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With over 20 years of experience in the culinary and hospitality industry, Chef Gene is the entertaining and knowledgeable host of a variety of engaging cooking classes that bring out the best of the Pacific Northwest. Chef Gene holds degrees in culinary arts, hospitality, and educational leadership, and has had the privilege of opening two culinary education facilities in his career. These accomplishments showcase his passion for teaching as well as his outstanding culinary skills.

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Portland, OR Cooking Class: Discover the Art of Pasta

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Portland, OR Private Chef Meal: Gourmet French Bistro Menu

CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU

Gourmet French Bistro Menu

$99 each

Private Chef Meal

$99

Indulge in elevated Parisian classics and bistro ambiance brought to your home setting. This intimate private chef meal brings the warmth of a Parisian bistro directly to your dining room. A top-rated culinary artist transforms your home into an elegant French restaurant, handling every detail from preparation...

Next Date: Thu, May 21st & other times

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Portland, OR Private Chef Meal: Farm-to-Table Seasons

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Farm-to-Table Seasons

$99 each

Private Chef Meal

$99

Celebrate nature's bounty with dishes crafted from today's freshest local harvest. This inspiring private chef meal showcases the peak flavors of each season through carefully sourced ingredients from local farmers and foragers. An innovative chef combines culinary artistry with deep knowledge of regional...

Next Date: Thu, May 21st & other times

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Portland, OR Private Chef Meal: American Homestyle Comfort Dinner

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American Homestyle Comfort Dinner

$99 each

Private Chef Meal

$99

Experience beloved American dishes and nostalgic flavors made fresh for you. This heartwarming private chef meal celebrates the soul of American home cooking in your own kitchen. A celebrated chef recreates beloved comfort food traditions while managing all preparation and cleanup with meticulous care. The...

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Here are other Food Tours in Portland, OR

Portland, OR Food Tour: Vibrant Kerns and East Burnside

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Vibrant Kerns and East Burnside

$115

Food Tour

$115

Visit the best places in the Kerns neighborhood for bold bites and refreshing beverages. Guide Sherri is ready to lead you to the good stuff in this food tour in Portland's Kerns neighborhood. Discover the new nibbles that have slowly awakened local foodies to this sleeper hit of a dining destination. Experience a...

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Guide Sherri or Local Guide

5.0

11 Reviews

Portland

Next Date: Thu, May 21st at 10:00AM & other times

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Portland, OR Food Tour: The Best Eats in Portland

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The Best Eats in Portland

$99

Food Tour

$99

Take a tour through the eclectic and artful dining scene of this beloved PNW capital. Portland offers a culinary landscape like no other and this food tour lets you dive deep into its vibrant neighborhoods. Taste local favorites alongside innovative dishes as you wander through the city’s flavorful corners. Begin...

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Guide Shawn or Local Guide

5.0

5 Reviews

Portland (Southwest Portland)

Next Date: Thu, May 21st at 11:00AM & other times

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Portland, OR Food Tour: Coffee & Donut Tour

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Coffee & Donut Tour

$69

Food Tour

$69

Explore the sweet side of Portland. Go local as you discover the hidden and off-the-beaten-track side of town on this food tour. Led by an experienced local guide, you'll sample a variety of coffee and donuts from some of Portland's best bakeries and roasteries. Learn about local history, check out quirky sites and...

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Guide Michelle or Local Guide

5.0

1 Review

Portland (Southwest Portland)

Next Date: Fri, May 22nd at 10:00AM & other times

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Here are other Team Building Activities in Portland, OR

CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE

Pop-up Class

Great for Groups of 10-50

DIY Chocolates With Your Crew - Portland

$85

Team Building Activity

Next Date: Tue, Jun 2nd at 12:00PM & other times

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Portland, OR Team Building Activity: Guacamole and Salsa Feast - Portland

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Pop-up Class

Great for Groups of 10-50

Guacamole and Salsa Feast - Portland

$85

Team Building Activity

$85

Get ready for a lively and competitive salsa and guacamole-making team building activity in Portland. Bring your group together and compete for guac greatness in this flavorful showdown in Portland! With plenty of fresh ingredients, expert guidance and hands-on fun, you’ll mix, taste and laugh your way to the...

Next Date: Tue, Jun 2nd at 12:00PM & other times

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Portland, OR Team Building Activity: Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Portland

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Pop-up Class

Great for Groups of 10-50

Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Portland

$85

Team Building Activity

$85

Fold, pleat and battle your way through Portland’s ultimate dumpling-making showdown. Get ready for a lively, laugh-filled dumpling-making team building activity in Portland! You’ll learn how to make global dumpling favorites like gyoza, bao and wontons before jumping into the challenge. Fold, pinch, pleat...

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Online Cooking Class: Making Macaron Magic

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Fully Interactive

Making Macaron Magic

$49/Person

Online Cooking Class

$49/Person

Try your hand at turning out a chic and delicious French favorite dessert. Dazzle your friends with the homemade macarons you'll create in this interactive online cooking class. Chef Stacey provides everything you need to conjure up a collection of salted caramel chocolate macarons with all the charm and flair of a...

Next Date: Wed, May 20th, 4:00pm PT/7:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Pappardelle Pasta From Scratch

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Fully Interactive

Pappardelle Pasta From Scratch

$39/Person

Online Cooking Class

$39/Person

Get ready to learn how to prepare a traditional Italian pappardelle bolognese right at home. During this virtual cooking class with Chef Angela-Michelle, you will learn how to make fresh pappardelle pasta (without a pasta machine!) completely from scratch in the comfort of your own kitchen. You will also learn how to...

Next Date: Thu, May 21st, 3:00pm PT/6:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Handmade Bubble Tea and Salad Rolls

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Fully Interactive

Handmade Bubble Tea and Salad Rolls

$39/Person

Online Cooking Class

$39/Person

Learn how to make a simple yet flavorful meal featuring signature flavors from Asia. Chef Logan will teach you how to make a few popular Asian recipes during this fun online cooking class. First, you'll prepare a delicious bubble tea with brown sugar boba, lychee-infused syrup and bits of fresh fruit. Then, create...

Next Date: Thu, May 21st, 5:00pm PT/8:00pm ET & other times

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Team Building Activities WITH Chef Gene THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Portland, OR Team Building Activity: A Seasonal Taste of Oregon

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A Seasonal Taste of Oregon

$95

Team Building Activity

$95

Build up the flavors and ingredients of Oregon as a team in this hands-on class. In this hands-on team building experience, Chef Gene creates an opportunity for you and your team to gather in the kitchen and enjoy the abundance of seasonal ingredients of the Pacific Northwest among good company. Chef Gene's menu...

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Portland, OR Cooking Class: Soul Warming Stews

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Soul Warming Stews

$95

Cooking Class

$95

When it's cold and wet outside, warm up inside during this hands-on cooking class. 'Tis the season for stewing and braising! Beginning with a brief lecture and tasting, Chef Gene will instruct on the process of preparing a versatile homemade stock and the difference between homemade stocks and pre-prepared...

Portland (Northwest Portland)

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Portland, OR Cooking Class: A Taste of Oregon Fall Harvest

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A Taste of Oregon Fall Harvest

$95

Cooking Class

$95

Come enjoy a taste of the season with Chef Gene as winter grows near. Chef Gene creates an opportunity to gather in the kitchen and enjoy the abundant artisan ingredients of the Pacific Northwest among good company. Have fun while you learn how to match seasonal flavors and cooking techniques. Take a simple pumpkin...

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Portland, OR Cooking Class: Fundamental Knife Skills

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Fundamental Knife Skills

$85

Cooking Class

$85

Learn how to properly wield your kitchen knives with confidence in this hands-on class. Chef Gene imparts to you perhaps the most crucial element of home cookery: fundamental knife skills. This class will involve both demonstration and hands-on knife care and handling practices. Chef Gene asks that you bring a...

Portland (Northwest Portland)

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Portland, OR Cooking Class: Fusing Healthy Foods and Flavor

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Fusing Healthy Foods and Flavor

$95

Cooking Class

$95

Learn the techniques necessary to cook up healthy food with a healthy dose of flavor. Who said healthy food has to be bland and boring? In this hands-on class, Chef Gene destigmatizes healthy cooking and teaches you how to draw out some seriously delicious flavors from some seriously healthy ingredients. The...

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REVIEWS

Chef Gene's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 10 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Gene

Victoria

07/31/18

Gene was accommodating and went out of his way to make the team building experience fun and enjoyable. Everyone enjoyed making pasta and learning new skills in the kitchen. The food was GREAT!

07/31/18

Mei

07/30/18

Chef Gene did a fantastic job making us all feel comfortable, explaining the process and adapting the event to meet our expectations. He is very knowledgeable and made sure we were all engaged in the preparation of the meal. The ingredients were of high quality and the menu featured seasonal ingredients per our request. We all went away with many great tips on how to improve our cooking skills.

07/30/18

Naoko

07/28/18

What a truly memorable evening learning so much from an expert teacher and consummate chef who is the former head of the Portland Culinary Institute. I highly recommend that everyone who would like raise their cooking skills to the next level take a class with him.

07/28/18

Chef Gene

Discover the Art of Pasta

DIY Chocolates With Your Crew - Portland

Classic Sushi Rolls From Scratch

Gourmet French Bistro Menu

Farm-to-Table Seasons

American Homestyle Comfort Dinner

Vibrant Kerns and East Burnside

The Best Eats in Portland

Coffee & Donut Tour

DIY Chocolates With Your Crew - Portland

Guacamole and Salsa Feast - Portland

Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Portland

Making Macaron Magic

Pappardelle Pasta From Scratch

Handmade Bubble Tea and Salad Rolls

Team Building Activities WITH Chef Gene THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

A Seasonal Taste of Oregon

Cooking Classes WITH Chef Gene THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Soul Warming Stews

A Taste of Oregon Fall Harvest

Fundamental Knife Skills

Fusing Healthy Foods and Flavor