Tampa Cooking Class: Wholesome Italian Pantry Cooking

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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in Tampa

Jennifer J.

04/11/2026

Chef Ricky was incredible! This was a gift for my wife's birthday and we had such an incredible time. Chef helped us put together a delicious A5 Wagyu full course meal. Aside from the great food, he is a great story teller and made us feel so comfortable and welcome. Would highly recommend this experience for a special night and we look forward to booking with him again soon and bringing some friends along.

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Juliana Betancur .

03/01/2026

I had such a lovely time at the Cozy Brunch cooking class today! The chef was very fun and very professional, kind, and explained everything clearly. The recipes were delicious and easy to follow, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I learned new tips I can use at home. Thank you for a beautiful experience!

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Christopher J.

02/19/2026

We attended the “make bread from scratch” class. My gawd the best bread I’ve ever tasted in my life. So happy to try new combinations at home! It was a fun atmosphere good for anyone of all ages. I recommend

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John B.

02/18/2026

An incredible experience we’ll never forget! We got started with our main goal of learning how to cut an onion! From there, we learned how to prepare a wonderful meal from start to finish. This was a warm and memorable evening, after the first whisk, we were cooking with friends. We’re grateful to have met such a wonderful team and gained the tools to enhance our own meals at home. Thank you, Vivian and Michi!!

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Selma K.

02/15/2026

We had such an amazing time learning how to make pasta. It’s only been a day and my husband won’t stop talking about wanting to recreate the menu—which we are planning on doing tomorrow already. Not only would I recommend the House of Gucci experience but we’re looking into other classes this duo offers.

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Amber G.

02/13/2026

We did the Asian cooking class at our house and it was absolutely AMAZING! 10/10 experience. I will talk about this experience for years to come! They were wonderful with my kids and their requests and the sweetest people.

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Jennifer S.

02/08/2026

We made A5 Wagyu. Chef Ricky was amazing. He is fun, interesting, so knowledgeable, and very patient. We had an excellent time. I highly recommend this unique experience!

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Rachel G.

01/11/2026

We made a delicious Italian meal. It’s our second time booking with Chef Ricky and once again he did a wonderful job explaining everything and answering all our questions. Highly recommend!

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Marissa B.

01/08/2026

Cooked some amazing ramen, learned about everything from rice to seasoning to japanese culture. Everyone loved it, my wife and I got this as a holiday gift to her parents and brother. Food turned out amazing everyone really enjoyed the event.

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LeeAnn A.

01/06/2026

Learned how to make fresh pasta! And made and tried Cappacio for the first time. Everything was terrific and hands on. Highly recommend to anyone.

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Mary M.

12/29/2025

We chose the Italian Feast, and it was an unforgettable experience! The two chefs were not only incredibly talented but also warm and caring, which made the entire event feel special. It wasn’t just about amazing food—it was so much fun! My whole team loved every moment. The setting was beautiful, the dishes were absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone—and honestly, I’d do it again in a heartbeat!

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Jacklyn W.

Loved this class!! It was great for the whole family and Vivian and Michi were wonderful. Very knowledgeable and super helpful- made everything so easy!

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Christina W.

12/06/2025

We Cooked lettuce wraps, orange chicken with delicious fried rice and finished with the best mango sorbet we’ve ever tried and we had a BLAST while doing it!! Chef Rickey really knew what he was talking about, and helped us learn so much!!

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Pilar Rivera .

12/04/2025

Chef Colleen was a great teacher! I would take any class taught by her. Our group learned so much and had FUN on top of it. Thank you for a fantastic time!

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Sneha M.

11/16/2025

We did the Noodling around the Pasta with chef Vivian and Michi, it was a fantastic experience. We were most interested in learning the techiques of making pasta from scratch , bruschetta and tiramisu, as we have always used the store bought pasta.We found the class fun and very informative.Thanks for great tips throughout the class. We are looking forward to making pasta's from scratch at home. I'd highly recommend this class to anyone! - Sneha

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Yahaira F.

09/13/2025

Great experience!!! My son enjoy every part of it! Both Chefs were attentive and open to be flexible when teaching. All the good was delicious and my son ate it all!!

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Albert G.

08/08/2025

Chef Ricky was awesome. He is very knowledgeable and personable which made the experience both very educational and fun. My daughter and I truly enjoyed our time with Chef Ricky and will be signing up for another experience from him in the near future.

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Al P.

07/04/2025

We signed up for the “The Bear” cooking class for a date night, we’re big fans of the show and figured, why not cook like it? Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were great, super easy to talk to, really down to earth, and made the whole thing feel comfortable. We had some really good conversations with them about their cooking backgrounds, what food means to them, and even got some cool travel tips for their home countries, Peru and Japan. The whole night just felt really warm and inviting just like hanging out with friends who just happen to be amazing chefs. The class was a four course meal, and honestly everything we made was great, but the two that really stood out were Sydney’s omelette with the potato chips on top and the risotto. That omelette was such a clever idea, and we’ve already said we’re making it again at home. It was quite easy and I may be investing in a new kitchen gadget for the house, a Japanese tamago pan! And the risotto’s something I’ve always avoided because it seemed like such a hassle, but the way they taught it made it feel totally doable, I’m actually excited to try it again. It was far less daunting than I thought. The after dinner, we got to play with Agar Agar to make some cool dessert pearls to top our ice cream with, we felt like a mix of a scientist and chef. What I appreciated most was how approachable it all was. The food looked and tasted like something from a nice restaurant, but nothing about it felt overcomplicated or intimidating. Nothing was too greasy or overly processed, just nice clean ingredients that made for tasty dishes. I’ve done other classes before where it’s rushed and overly fancy and you walk out thinking, “Well… not doing that again.” This was completely different, they showed us how to make impressive dishes that actually feel possible to recreate at home. And the little tips and tricks they shared really stuck with me, especially the tip about scoring mushrooms (we felt like pros) and not washing the flavor off before cooking. You get to cook and eat a full four-course meal, learn from two super talented chefs, and walk away with a fun memory you’ll actually want to tell people about. If you’re looking for a fun, cozy date night or just want to pick up some new cooking skills without feeling overwhelmed, I definitely recommend booking with Chef Vivian and Michi. It was relaxed, memorable, and just a really good time. We’ll definitely be back for another class.

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CM G.

06/26/2025

Chef Ricky was so good. He was knowledgeable and entertaining. He made the process of rolling sushi simple and understandable. My husband and I booked this to celebrate our anniversary so we could do something different and it was everything was everything that we expected and more.

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Mary Warren .

05/15/2025

Sam did a great job, class was interactive and moved along at a good pace. He provided some good cooking tips. Enjoyed the experience.

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Paul W.

The “French Bistro “ class was excellent. Chef Sam was knowledgeable and entertaining. The menu was delicious. The kitchen classroom was bright, spacious and well-equipped. We would definitely recommend this hands-on class and intend to sign up for additional classes.

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SHANE B.

05/03/2025

Chef Vivian and Michi were incredible. They were able to accommodate the dietary restrictions we had and taught us how to prepare the best meal I've had in ages, (better that the exclusive restaurant the night before). I highly recommend the Peruvian experience.

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Lauren M.

04/27/2025

Best cooking class ever! Vivian and Michi were great hosts and so welcoming! They shared stories, jokes and tricks with cooking! It was an amazing experience and we can’t wait to book more classes with them!

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Jaitesha H.

04/11/2025

Loved this class! They were so nice and warming. The food tasted like love! Good vibes all around!!

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Londa A.

03/31/2025

Had a great time with Chef Danh and the sushi was great. He was very organized and has nice work area set up.

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Sean D.

03/18/2025

We absolutely loved our experience with Chef Vivian & Michi. Both were extremely friendly and knowledgeable in teaching us new cooking techniques and the food turned out amazing! Can't recommend this experience enough.

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Abigail C.

03/15/2025

Vivian and Michi were amazing! We had a great experience tonight making ramen from scratch. They were both professional in knowledge and very welcoming and friendly. They showed us in clear easy instructions how to make each items and the steps involved. They had answered all our questions and gave advice on how to change the dishes when making at home for new taste. I feel confident with their recipe and instructions, I can now take this home and share with friends.

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Michelle Z.

03/03/2025

We had an amazing time in our Italian cooking class with Vivian and Michi! Vivian was so accommodating and went above and beyond to make the experience fun and engaging. We learned great tips, made pasta from scratch, and felt confident enough to try it at home. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and everyone had a blast. I would definitely do it again and highly recommend it!

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Karen C.

02/26/2025

If I could give them more than 5 stars, I definitely would! Chef Vivi and Michi are some of the most kindest and patient people I’ve ever met. I originally booked the kids sushi class as a gift for my daughter’s birthday and my husband also booked the ramen class for our anniversary. The ramen class was first and it was such a great experience. It was much easier than expected and everything was simply delicious. I definitely feel like I could go home and make my own ramen one day

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Hanna F.

01/26/2025

Chef Ricky was absolutely amazing! You could tell right away that he was not only very experienced, but extremely knowledgeable about not just sushi, but lots of other food. He set a great atmosphere with music, and a food station set up like you would see in sushi bars, so you did everything that they would do. The rolls came out delicious thanks to his guidance and fresh ingredients! We would definitely take other classes from him.

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Catherine M.

01/21/2025

This was a fantastic class. Chef Ricky is very knowledgeable and happy to share tips. He explained each step in detail and made this a fun experience. We look forward to taking another class with Chef.

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Paige K.

01/17/2025

Chef Danh is amazing! He is so knowledgeable and fun. He was thoughtful and thorough, and we all got the pleasure of hearing about his past experiences as a chef and we all learned so much. I can’t recommend enough, great experience all around. Thank you, Chef Danh!

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Amanda d.

01/16/2025

Chef Ricky was incredible and surpassed all of our expectations! We have done two classes with him now: both times the food was exquisite, and the information he delivered about food was so fun! He is incredibly knowledgeable about all areas of food and truly enjoys teaching others! We had such a good time the first class, we brought along my brother and SIL for the second class and they were equally impressed. We cannot wait to take more classes with Chef Ricky!

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Joy C.

01/12/2025

Had an amazing time learning about Chef Ricky knowledge of all things culinary while learning how to make a great variety of delicious rolls! Great setup, atmosphere, instruction, and quality food. 10/10 would recommend!

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William L.

01/06/2025

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Vivi and Michi were outstanding and we look forward to future classes.

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Lisa S.

04/05/2026

Great class with chefs Vivian and Michi! They were very personable and helpful. We made French cuisine. Excellent.

Jaclyn P.

04/03/2026

We made sushi! It was all delicious with incredible quality fish and ingredients. My 6 year old has been wanting to make sushi and had such a great time learning about Japan and sushi and history of ingredients etc. I would recommend Chef Ricky to anyone! My husband and daughter previously made Italian dishes with him and they also had an amazing time.

Samantha M.

03/25/2026

We had one of the best cooking classes EVER with Ricky!!! The menu was well thought out, easy to achieve and meals to die for. Thank you for sharing your home and your expertise! Highly Recommend

William B.

03/20/2026

We had a great experience making pasta, bruschetta, and tiramisu, and a fresh marinara sauce! Vivian and Michi were great teachers and great hosts.

Eddie L.

03/14/2026

I would definitely recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn Asian cuisine. The food came out great, and it was easy to understand the instructions. The setting was very comfortable and could easily accommodate more students. Best part, I didn't have to wash dishes :) Cheers!

Laura B.

Chef Ricky was extremely kind and knowledgable throughout our sushi making class! He balanced fun with excellent teaching and created a collaborative atmosphere. We will defintely go to one his classes again in the future!

Debbie S.

01/19/2026

The "Bear" Menu! Lemon Chicken Piccata, mushrooms, risotto, an omelette and dessert.

Evey C.

We had an awesome time learning to cook the Iconic Asian Creations! We had 14 family members from age 17-65 and everyone had a chance to get involved and learn something new. Vivian and Michi were SO friendly and patient. The time went by so fast and the food was absolutely delicious. Great for young or old, beginner or more experienced home cook. Thank you so much!

Maddy K.

11/10/2025

Chef Ricky was so fun and entertaining. We had a great time learning how to make ramen and have already talked about going back!

Dustin S.

04/06/2025

We had a lot of fun with the class and the chef was very helpful in walking through the process and answering questions

03/29/2025

Great class. Was a birthday present for my mom and chef Ricky did a wonderful job walking the two of us through each step and created a delicious meal!

herbert j.

02/17/2025

Chef Ricky is super knowledgeable and passionate about his trade. Literally I felt like I was learning so much I had to take photos and movies to help remember it all. He has a great teaching demeanor and was patient with our questions The course is well organized and the location ( although I wish it was closer to st Pete) was very conducive to participating. We utilized many of his tools and had room to circulate allowing a true hands on experience We left with our stomachs full and our palates better trained to truly appreciate good sushi Highly recommend Herb James

Vilma D.

02/04/2025

The chef was wonderful. Her instructions were clear and she went around the room constantly making sure we were doing things right. I enjoyed her as an instructor and chef. Can’t wait to take another class.

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Create Your Own Sushi Rolls

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