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Private Chef - Essential Asian Selections
Private Chef - Essential Asian Selections
145 reviews
145 reviews 
starting at
$ 129 Per person
All inclusive: 4-course meal, ingredients, cooking, service & clean up.
Gift card can be used for any experience or cookware
What You’ll Do
Give yourself the gift of gourmet global dining with this sensational spread.
Turn your home table into a Japanese-inspired sushi house with a private chef experience where Asian dining is the center of the stage. Your exceptional chef transforms humble ingredients into some of the most exemplary fare to provide moments of gourmet enjoyment to share with friends and family. Arrange a menu of your favorite flavors featuring specialties such as shrimp tempura, classic sushi, seared ahi steaks and matcha cheesecake for a mix-and-match meal made with magnificent touches added to every dish.
Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to accompany the menu, and may request pairing recommendations from the chef upon booking.
Your Menu
First Course (Choose 1 per Group)
Japanese Salad
With mixed greens, cucumber, daikon and ginger-sesame dressing GF/DF
Shrimp Tempura
With asparagus and Tentsuyu dipping sauce
Chinese Mushroom Dumplings
With sweet chili-sesame sauce Veg
Shrimp Spring Rolls
With Julienned vegetables and peanut dipping sauce DF
Japanese Beef Carpaccio
With garlic ponzu, ginger and sesame oil
Sushi
Signature Sushi Rolls, Sashimi and Nigiri
With assorted fresh fish
Main Course (Choose 1 per Group)
Miso-Glazed Salmon
With shiitake mushrooms, ginger-sesame rice and steamed vegetables GF/DF
Black Pepper Shrimp
With butter, garlic, soy, coconut rice and bok choy
Seared Ahi Tuna Steaks
With seasonal vegetables, sesame and charred lemon potatoes GF
Korean-Style Short Ribs
With sweet shoyu ginger glaze, vegetable fried rice and kimchi
Dessert (Choose 1 per Group)
Coconut Mango Mousse
With fresh whipped cream and lime zest GF
Yuzu Panna Cotta
With raspberry sauce GF
Matcha Cheesecake
With fresh whipped cream and coconut
Mochi Ice Cream
With either strawberry or matcha ice cream
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments cannot be made during the event.
Details
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 15
- Meal Courses 4
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Labels Asian, Fusion
What's included
The ingredients
The cooking
The service
The washing up
Meet your chef
Chef Made Master is a renowned sushi chef known for creating stunningly beautiful and flavorful plates of sushi. He has gained experience in a number of sushi restaurants across the country, beginning as a sushi helper and working his way up to his currently coveted role of head sushi chef. His calming, yet energetic demeanor makes him an outstanding host to a number of memorable cooking classes and culinary experiences.
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Cancellation Policy
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.
This experience is not refundable as it includes a meal kit.
Chef Made Master will travel to guests within Bethesda for this experience.
Chef Made Master will also travel to guests in the following areas:
What You’ll Do
Give yourself the gift of gourmet global dining with this sensational spread.
Turn your home table into a Japanese-inspired sushi house with a private chef experience where Asian dining is the center of the stage. Your exceptional chef transforms humble ingredients into some of the most exemplary fare to provide moments of gourmet enjoyment to share with friends and family. Arrange a menu of your favorite flavors featuring specialties such as shrimp tempura, classic sushi, seared ahi steaks and matcha cheesecake for a mix-and-match meal made with magnificent touches added to every dish.
Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to accompany the menu, and may request pairing recommendations from the chef upon booking.
Your Menu
First Course (Choose 1 per Group)
Japanese Salad
With mixed greens, cucumber, daikon and ginger-sesame dressing GF/DF
Shrimp Tempura
With asparagus and Tentsuyu dipping sauce
Chinese Mushroom Dumplings
With sweet chili-sesame sauce Veg
Shrimp Spring Rolls
With Julienned vegetables and peanut dipping sauce DF
Japanese Beef Carpaccio
With garlic ponzu, ginger and sesame oil
Sushi
Signature Sushi Rolls, Sashimi and Nigiri
With assorted fresh fish
Main Course (Choose 1 per Group)
Miso-Glazed Salmon
With shiitake mushrooms, ginger-sesame rice and steamed vegetables GF/DF
Black Pepper Shrimp
With butter, garlic, soy, coconut rice and bok choy
Seared Ahi Tuna Steaks
With seasonal vegetables, sesame and charred lemon potatoes GF
Korean-Style Short Ribs
With sweet shoyu ginger glaze, vegetable fried rice and kimchi
Dessert (Choose 1 per Group)
Coconut Mango Mousse
With fresh whipped cream and lime zest GF
Yuzu Panna Cotta
With raspberry sauce GF
Matcha Cheesecake
With fresh whipped cream and coconut
Mochi Ice Cream
With either strawberry or matcha ice cream
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments cannot be made during the event.
Details
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 15
- Meal Courses 4
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Labels Asian, Fusion
What's included
The ingredients
The cooking
The service
The washing up
Reviews
Verified guest reviews for other experiences with Chef Made Master
Gabrielle
30 Nov 2025
Amazing Thai Cooking Experience with Chef Made!
What an incredible experience! Chef Made was exceptionally hospitable and welcoming, inviting us into his home and making us feel like friends rather than just students. His warmth and enthusiasm made the entire class fun and engaging from start to finish.
Chef Made expertly guided us through preparing traditional Thai dishes, breaking down techniques in a way that showed us just how easy and approachable these recipes can be at home. He even shared valuable tips on where to find special ingredients, which was so helpful.
What really made this experience special was Chef Made himself - he's not only a talented chef but also interesting and fun to talk to. It truly felt like we were cooking and sharing a meal with a friend rather than taking a formal class.
I would highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in Thai cooking, and I'd jump at the chance to take any class with Chef Made. We're already looking forward to doing this again!
Ebony
22 Nov 2025
I recently attended a sushi-making class with a wonderful chef, and the experience was truly amazing. The atmosphere was cozy, welcoming, and made me feel completely at ease from the moment I arrived. The chef was incredibly kind — he even waited patiently when I was running late due to traffic. His warm personality, sense of humor, and down-to-earth attitude made the class both fun and engaging.
The sushi itself was plentiful, fresh, and absolutely delicious. I left not only full and happy, but also confident in my ability to make sushi on my own in the future. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish, and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning the art of sushi making.
Lara
19 Nov 2025
Master Made is AMAZING! The class was incredibly informative and interesting and the sushi we made was delicious! His sociable, fun energy made the event relaxed and memorable. We will be looking for more classes with Master Made to keep learning new skills and make more incredible food.
Very highly recommend this class!
Lori
10 Oct 2025
We had a wonderful experience with Chef Made Master. The five of us love to cook and we were very interested in learned new recipes. It was a hands-on inspirational opportunity in the cozy kitchen. The flavors, spices, and wonderful aroma from the dishes were amazing. Chef Made was excellent in explaining the ingredients & techniques and the finished dishes were delicious. Not only did we learn a lot and have a lovely meal, but Chef Made was very enjoyable to cook with. Everyone raved about how cool this class was and we highly recommend this experience with Chef Made.
Sasa
16 May 2025
Made was a joy to be around and a awesome teacher and person to chef with :)
Katherine
18 Mar 2025
We just had Chef Made Master at our house for the Thai Fare class. What a fun evening! Chef Made was professional and thorough yet funny and entertaining. and the food was delicious! We hope to take another class with him at some point
Ben
05 Jan 2025
The Thai cooking class was absolutely fantastic. Unlike other cooking classes, this one didn't require fancy technical skills or kitchen appliances that you were encouraged to buy. All the ingredients are easy to find in the area, so you can easily replicate everything at home.
Chef Made also answered every question we had and provided recommendations for different spice levels and proteins that work for the sauces we made. He was also very laid back and just really pleasant to learn from.
I would HIGHLY recommend the Thai cooki g class and any class led by Chef Made!
Jeff
21 Dec 2024
Fantastic class! Chef was personable and showed us how to make several Thai dishes. We had a great time.
Adrianna
06 Nov 2024
If I could give Chef Made 5,000,000,000 stars, I would!! The food was delish, he made the instructions make so much sense and answered our annoying questions so that we could make it by ourselves. 10/10 recommend this class!
Emma
06 Nov 2024
We had such a great time at this class! It felt like we had a private chef teaching us about Thai cuisine and then we also got to eat a delicious meal. Thank you so much Chef Made Master! We had a blast!
Leandro
26 Oct 2024
My fiancee and I had an excellent experience with Chef Made! He was very professional and knowledgeable, but also created a very chill and relaxed atmosphere. We learned so much and were incredibly satisfied with the food. Honestly the best thai food we've had in NoVA. I would highly recommend this class!
Alan
07 Sep 2024
The best cooking class I’ve taken in ages. My son and I loved it.
Paul
19 Aug 2024
Great experience. Highly Recommended.
Stacy
05 Aug 2024
Chef Made was FANTASTIC! He was very respectful and the food was delicious. We had a storm that day and the power went out and he still continued with his preparations. Not only was the food wonderful, but the presentation was impressive. I am trying to figure out how I can book him again!
Meghan
15 Jul 2024
Chef Made was so informative and helpful. He was able to guide us through the steps, while making sure everyone felt confident moving forward. It was a really enjoyable time!
Jamal
14 Jul 2024
I learned way more than I anticipated. Made Master was patient and informative.
Linda
09 Jun 2024
Chef Made provided an amazing experience. We enjoyed learning about sushi making and enjoyed eating our beautiful creations. My guests arrived a few minutes late and he also waited patiently for them the join us.
Mayara
01 Jun 2024
Chef Made is great! His good humor and explanations made the class very pleasant. The food was delicious!! Nothing less than excellent! The mango sticky rice dessert was the cherry on top of the cake. It was the second class we took with Chef Made and it didn't disappoint. I very much recommend it!
Ted
17 May 2024
Chef Made is so talented and prepared and taught us three amazing dishes. The class was interactive and informative. The meal was customized to accommodate me. I am gluten free and did not feel like I was being a burden. He was so gracious and food was amazing. I am so excited to try these dishes at home. I would highly recommend this class and will definitely try another. Great evening and experience. Thank you!
Emily
04 May 2024
Chef Made was so kind, knowledgeable, patient, fun, and entertaining! I had such a lovely time and it was the perfect way to spend a Friday night date night. His home was so nice and the set up was perfect for learning the recipes while still having his guidance. The food was of course beyond delicious and I appreciate that he made large portions so we could take leftovers home. I can’t recommend this class enough!
Pat
15 Apr 2024
Chef Made was great. He was really nice and the recipes were really good. We’ll be cooking the recipes again in the future.
Evelyn
17 Mar 2024
Made was delightful, knowledgeable and a great cook! Our Thai lunch was amazing - and he was fine with stopping mid-activity to answer questions or explain things in more detail. An amazing afternoon!!
Mom!
06 Mar 2024
We had a fantastic dinner experience! We enjoyed the customization of the sushi onsite to give us even more of what we liked, based on the flavors Chef Made saw us enjoying. Thanks for the unique and unforgettable omakase in our own home!
Cheryl Larsen
21 Feb 2024
The food was delicious and Made was very knowledgeable about the cuisine. He clearly explained the ingredients and the steps we needed to take to complete each dish. Our preferences were considered when it came to the spice level of the food so it was enjoyable for all participating.
Derrick
19 Feb 2024
We had a fun time and learned a lot.
Jeremy
16 Feb 2024
Grwat food and great fun!
Derek
10 Feb 2024
Me and my son had a great time! Thanks Made!
Jamie
03 Feb 2024
Chef Made Master was great! Our whole family enjoyed this experience so much. We learned a lot and the sushi was delish! Chef was so fun and knowledgeable! Highly recommend!
Alexandra
24 Jan 2024
Made was great! Awesome and delicious experience.
Carrie
20 Jan 2024
We had a great time learning about all the components that make great sushi!
Katherine
16 Jan 2024
Great class and instructor. My only ask is that there are quantities to the recipes. I bought too many ingredients.
Alejandro
15 Jan 2024
We really enjoyed the class, thanks Chef!
Lara
14 Jan 2024
We had a great time as a family making the sushi!! We all laughed (especially at our less than perfect creations!) It gave us a great basis for sushi creation and we already plan to make our favorites going forward! Great tips on sushi rice and slicing the fish!
Cheryl
06 Jan 2024
Great time and I felt like a sushi chef!
David
25 Dec 2023
My wife and I had a great time for our night - thank you for the lessons!
JoeDonna
23 Dec 2023
Great experience! Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Food was great! Highly recommend.
Max
16 Dec 2023
Chef Made was fun, energetic, and easy to work with! He made the whole experience amazing and it was great following along with his instructions. Definitely recommend!
Amin
29 Nov 2023
Made was very helpful, friendly, and our team enjoyed the experience. One person in our group was vegetarian and celiac, and he was very accommodating and prepared gluten free and vegetarian options for her.
Jennifer
25 Nov 2023
Chef Made Master was fantastic! I wasn’t sure what to expect and was a bit nervous, but he was so laid back and made it fun and easy to follow. We had a great time and ate amazingly well! Thanks for sharing your skills and kitchen with us!
Julia
18 Oct 2023
Chef Made was fantastic! He led a very thorough and FUN class, answering all of our questions and providing background/ explanations for various prep steps. My group feels confident in their ability to prepare these dishes on their own. Tip: go to class hungry!
Katie
29 Sep 2023
arigato! tonoshii desu!
i would absolutely do this again, and it would be fun to do something like egg fried rice.
Jason
27 Sep 2023
everything was absolutely fabulous!
Johannah
20 Sep 2023
Chef Made was great! Our group had a wonderful time and loved learning about different aspects of sushi and how to create three sushi rolls. Highly recommend. Adigato Chef!
Maya
03 Aug 2023
Hi there,
Chef was great for us! He was patient, talented and the cooking experience was great for my son and husband, as hoped! He brought the food to cook, having prepped some in advance, and spent time one on one with both my son and husband and some together.
My only suggestion would be to have a handout that explains or reinforces things at the end to help memory.
Chef's communication to me directly was clear and helpful--a photo of him driving when en route, sent when I asked for confirmation. And he sent a couple of great photos of my son and husband after they made the delicious meal. My sixteen year old was especially proud to learn some cooking--and plate preparation--skills. And he loved the chance to make and eat a meal I cannot!!
Chef was GREAT. And so was our experience with him! We will surely do such an event again, and likely try to do a cooking experience with him in particular. He was great with my son and husband, who are both fairly quiet, yet interested in cooking!!
Jimmy
26 Jul 2023
Good job. We gave a tip in person. Thank you
John
12 Jun 2023
Maybe it was different for others, but I had a hard time hearing and understanding the directions given. It would be helpful to slow down and speak more slowly and clearly. It would also be helpful to have more specific instructions regarding what to have ready. We bought the wrong kind of seaweed that was difficult to work with, there were no portions provided for tuna, and got wrong mayonnaise. Frustrating.
Tim
22 May 2023
He was a fun instructor!!
Lindsey
14 May 2023
Chef Made was a great teacher and made everything super easy! The fish was also super fresh and the experience was lots of fun. Would highly recommend.
Jamie
22 Apr 2023
Chef Made us wonderful, so informative, we learned so much and the sushi was delicious!! Highly recommend!!
Matt
22 Apr 2023
Sushi Chef Made was spectacular. A true rockstar in the flesh - figuratively and literally.
We ate like kings, and had a blast learning how to make sushi. We are stoked to put our new found knowledge to work in our own kitchen this week. Chef Made was very genuine, kind, and a gracious teacher & host of his program.
Gabriel
17 Apr 2023
Thanks again Made! Fun as always
Diane
02 Apr 2023
We had a wonderful day with Chef Made. He was serious and fun at the same time, taught us a lot about making sushi, and helped us prepare a wonderful meal. We will do this again.
Julie Liu
25 Mar 2023
Great class! Had so much fun and yummy sushi. Entertaining and fun chef.
Donna
16 Mar 2023
Chef exceeded expectations. Bought as gift for sons. Was a wonderful experience. They may do again, and/or purchase as a gift going forward. Chef was very knowledgeable and skilled. Great demeanor as well. Thrilled with the whole thing. Tipped him that night.
Chelsey
11 Mar 2023
Fun, personable, & easy-going. He was punctual too! He was patient and made the process enjoyable. Plus, the meal was so good! Lots of different nuggets of goodness!
Keri
30 Jan 2023
My husband and I took this class and it was SO FUN! Chef Made Master is so friendly and made us feel at ease learning our new skills. We learned so much and had a HUGE amount of delicious food when all was said and done. Highly recommend!
Brendon
21 Jan 2023
Chef was right in time and took care of everything, including preferences with our sushi. He excelled at instructing students like us who have never made our own sushi before. It was a wonderful experience, highly recommend.
lora
16 Jan 2023
We felt Chef was a great host!
Logan
16 Jan 2023
Chef Made was incredible! The sushi lesson was technical, but doable, and delicious. It takes true talent to make sushi making accessible, but Chef was wonderful at it. He is a tremendous teacher.
Brian
15 Jan 2023
We enjoyed the class!
Mary
15 Jan 2023
This class was amazing! Super helpful in learning how to make sushi, and the results were delicious!
Melissa
14 Jan 2023
Chef Made provided a wonderful sushi experience. He was informative and patient. The dishes were delicious!
Karie
19 Dec 2022
Dear Chef Made Master,
My daughter and I truly enjoyed the class. We made a few more California rolls after class and I think we are getting much better at the rolling. Now, to do better with the Salmon cutting. We didn't make the Tuna but I will try that this week. Take care and happy holidays!
Desiree
12 Dec 2022
We asked Chef Made to come for my husbands dinner. He was patient and encouraging and showed us a lot of tips and tricks. The sushi was delicious and so fresh!
Carna
13 Nov 2022
Great class in technique. Answered a lot of questions I had about making this at home, puts my mind at ease knowing if I get posted away from good food again, I can recreate recipes myself. To the chef: sorry I wasn’t talkative! I can’t walk and chew gum at the same time, I was trying to follow along and clean up my workstation at the same time! ? Thanks for all the good tips. It was a class that will stick with me.
Sean
29 Oct 2022
This class was excellent! Lots of great tips around knife work and prep. Very easygoing and fun. Highly recommend!
Adriana
28 Oct 2022
Thanks so much for a great night!!
Jonathan
01 Oct 2022
Amazing experience. Chef Made was professional and very engaging with a great friendly personality. Very accommodating, responsive, prompt, knowledgeable, respectful, etc. First time ever doing anything like this and will definitely be doing more, especially Chef Made’s classes.
Aspen
29 Sep 2022
A great experience! Chef was very knowledgeable and a fun host.
isabele
29 Aug 2022
Our company really enjoyed Chef Made's class! Most of us have never made sushi before and we all learned so much and appreciate his tips and tricks that we can use when we try making sushi on our own. The recipes were delicious and we had a good time. Thank you, chef!
Anuja
30 Jul 2022
This was a fascinating experience for my husband and me to learn sushi making from scratch. The chef was extremely friendly and showed us so many interesting techniques. It’s unbelievable how amateur cooks like us could create a fancy platter like what we eventually pulled off.
Raymond
17 Jul 2022
We had a great time. Definitely want to do It again !
Brandon
28 Jun 2022
Thank you for the best experience!
Jared
15 May 2022
Great class, great personality. Would definitely take another class taught by him
Kate
14 May 2022
We absolutely loved it! Having a chef come over to our house was a great and relaxing experience. He immediately makes you feel comfortable and teaches you a lot. Even gave us mini quizzes lol! The food was beyond expectation! We are looking forward to doing it again and inviting some friends:)
Matt
01 May 2022
Chef Made was such a great teacher and so much fun! It felt like we hanging out with a friend. It was an absolutely perfect double date night and he made the experience wonderful.
Matthew
20 Mar 2022
This was a Christmas gift from my husband. It was a great experience. Chef Made was very knowledgeable and fun. We were left with a lot of sushi. Highly recommend!
SJ
07 Mar 2022
Chef Made was simply outstanding! I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone interested in learning how to make sushi. The number of details was amazing. I received this class as a gift from my daughter (and did it with her), and the experience surpassed all our expectations.
Erica
28 Feb 2022
The class was great! Had fun making sushi and rolls with Chef. Even shared my new skills with my family. Delicious!
Mimi
27 Feb 2022
Great class for beginners. I learned so much. Highly recommended.
Gabrielle
27 Feb 2022
Great class! Chef took his time and was happy to go back over steps if you were confused or fell behind. I feel confident now making sushi!
Noah
22 Feb 2022
Our experience with Chef Made was phenomenal. He was a true professional that taught us so much while being laid-back and welcoming. My girlfriend and I will recommend his class to any sushi lover and you should too!
Kitty
13 Feb 2022
Made was wonderful! My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful time making sushi. Highly recommend!
Kendall
06 Feb 2022
My boyfriend and I had the best night learning how to roll sushi with Chef Made! He made the class fun/entertaining and the sushi was absolutely delicious. Such a special date night - highly recommend taking his class!
jennifer
23 Jan 2022
Would definitely take another class from the chef
Abbey
23 Jan 2022
Great class!
Heather
10 Jan 2022
He was very personable and nice. We learned a lot from him- highly recommend!
Kamille
09 Jan 2022
Phenomenal! Such a great class to do with a friend! Highly recommend to anyone who loves sushi!
Michael
01 Jan 2022
Hilarious. Use what I learned every week now
Stephanie
16 Dec 2021
Our team had a wonderful time with Chef Made - he made it very easy (brought all the supplies and ingredients), was patient and very knowledgeable, and the food was delicious. Highly recommend for a work/office event!
Jamie
28 Nov 2021
Amazing experience! Chef was perfect and the Sushi making was a great activity for family with all ages! would 100% recommend this
Christa
22 Nov 2021
We had an absolute blast with Chef Made! He was so fun and interesting and we learned so much. AND what delicious food! We will definitely be doing it again!
Angsuapa
10 Oct 2021
A lot of fun for the girls. Thank you so much.
Laukik
20 Sep 2021
Chef Made Master was fantastic. He is one of the most humble and accommodating chefs that I have met. He is talented but really makes him a tier ahead is that he is not cocky and is willing to answer even the “stupid” questions. The food was fantastic while the presentation was stupendous. Made my wife’s 40th bday memorable for life.
Dennis
26 Jul 2021
Chef Made and his assistant arrived right on time and spent the next two hours setting up the most amazing sushi presentation I've ever seen. The fish was superb, and several people commented that it was the best they'd ever had of each variety. He is very personable and highly talented...amazing to have a top restaurant chef here in our home. Definitely a lifetime memory.
Becca
10 Jul 2021
Made was an absolute pleasure. Equally skillful, kind, and a wonderful teacher and mentor. If you’re looking for a good time, great food and better vibes Made is the guy for you. 13/10
Jessi
26 Jun 2021
Chef master made’s omakase was amazing. We loved every bite! He was very knowledgeable about all the different types of fish, sushi techniques, etc. We loved hearing about his sushi journey. We’d recommend this experience to any and all sushi lovers!!
Mar
09 May 2021
Chef Made is clearly a sushi expert and guided our group through the steps to prepare and make and the sushi. He was always happy to help answer questions and checked in with us as we progressed. We had to scramble a bit to gather bowls and plates as we went along, so it might be handy to let participants know ahead of time what to set out beforehand.
Aleeza
14 Mar 2021
This is a wonderful class! Chef Made was a very good teacher. He was easy to follow and made the class a lot of fun. The sushi was delicious!
Phil
28 Feb 2021
Bit of a tough time with the accent, but very friendly, knowledgeable and we had a great time and learned a lot!
Mary
22 Feb 2021
Fun class!
Kesha
15 Feb 2021
Had a little trouble getting logged in but it was truly a great time for my husband and I. It was nice to see other people chime in with questions and the Chef was wonderful and polite and great conversations during the experience. Would definitely do again!
Sheala
14 Feb 2021
We had alot of fun learning to make sushi with Chef Made. He explained everything well and was a pleasure to joke with. Perfect Date Night. I would highly recommend this class.
Robert
13 Feb 2021
We've now taken Chef Made Master's sushi courses multiple times, and every time we learn a lot, have a great time, and eat a ton of sushi. He's so good at leading the courses - really nice guy, and he's incredibly talented.
Doug
12 Feb 2021
Absolutely delightful. We’re already considering getting the next level up
Ellen
24 Jan 2021
Chef Made's instructions were easy to follow, and the food was delicious. Perfect introduction to how to make sushi.
Christopher
24 Jan 2021
Chef was great- explaining and providing the Japanese name of the various elements of Sushi.
Nicole
24 Jan 2021
Such a great opportunity to practice a new skill.
Amy
24 Jan 2021
Our family of four (including two kids aged 6 and 8) loved this class! Chef Made was engaging, patient, knowledgeable and fun. Our sushi was delicious, and we feel like we can now make this on our own. Thanks, Chef!
James
08 Jan 2021
Chef Made Master was very patient and friendly with all of our questions and taught us a multitude of sushi cultures! Lots of techniques were taught by Chef Made Master, and he also helps you learn how making sushi can be so easy! My lady and I had a lot of fun with Chef Made Master!
Malcom
20 Nov 2020
Very knowledgeable about sushi and all the components that make up the dishes. He has incredible technique, we learned a lot during our session!
Craig
25 Oct 2020
Chef Made was fantastic! He was personable, patient and made everyone very comfortable making sushi. I highly recommend him.
Victoria
03 Feb 2020
We had a great experience in Made's class. We had never made sushi in any professional way before. He took his time to explain everything to us, including writing a few things on a white board. His knife skills were VERY impressive and he made several funny jokes to make us all feel relaxed. The sushi came out delicious, and we are confident that we could make it at home now. Our only suggestion would be to add some light background music so there won't be complete silence in the pauses between steps or while eating. Overall, we had an amazing time and would recommend Chef Made's Maki Mania class to others.
Max
27 Jan 2020
What a great experience! Chef Made was a fantastic teacher and we had a great time. He showed up with everything we needed and then walked us through every step in the process expertly. He was friendly, funny, and easy going. I would recommend enthusiastically and without reservation.
Carly
28 Dec 2019
AMAZING EVENING!! Chef Made lead a great GREAT class! I highly recommend this to anyone who likes sushi. I would 1000% do this again. I wish I could rate Chef Made more than 5 stars because he deserves 5,000 stars.
Amara
28 Oct 2019
We went as a team building outing for our department and it was a really fun event! Chef Made Master did a great job. Plenty of food and great at accommodating various dietary restrictions!
Abigail
23 Oct 2019
Chef Made is excellent, we loved his class so much that we booked him a second time for our friends. All the food was amazing. We can't wait to book him again for other events.
Taylor
07 Oct 2019
An incredible chef who is patient and fun to work with.
Rachel
12 Sep 2019
We loved making ramen with Chef Made Master! He gave great insights into the process and history, and even sent us al the details and recipes in follow-up which I so appreciate. Thanks again!!
Drew
09 Sep 2019
My girlfriend and I went to Chef Made Master's house and even though it was just the two of us we had an absolutely great time. Chef Made was a very gracious host and obviously a great teacher as well. He did a good job of making the class fun, and the sushi we ended up making was delicious, so I definitely recommend booking this class with him if you're looking for a fun way to learn how to make (and eat!) some sushi.
Kathleen
06 Sep 2019
Chef Made was fabulous. He was fun, patient and so skilled and wonderful. We loved every minute and felt so proud of our creations!
Antoinette
25 Aug 2019
Chef Made was absolutely amazing! He was so patient and informative. The boys and I had a great time. We will definitely be back!
Andrea
14 Jul 2019
Chef Made is a fantastic chef, with a passion for cooking and teaching. He was very helpful and patient, as my son (10) and I were learning how to prepare sushi for the first time. We had a blast! And the sushi was delicious!
We are looking forward to preparing sushi at home
I would highly recommend it!
John
29 Jun 2019
Chef Made Master was AWESOME! He was extremely welcoming and friendly, explained sushi terminology and history and taught us the right want to prepare rice! The recipes were simple but elegant and we made so much food we couldn’t finish it all. My wife and I had the perfect date night. I would recommend him and the cozy meal experience to everyone.
Lois
08 Jun 2019
Chef Made made it a fantastic night for all of us. He was patient teaching six neophytes in the ways of making sushi. If you are a sushi lover , you will not be disappointed ! Many thanks for such a fun time.
Lisa Chi
03 Jun 2019
I took the intermediate sushi making class with Chef Made Master in his home. First off, his home was very clean and inviting with individual stations for me and my boyfriend. When we were arrived, we were super excited to experience this private cooking lesson! Chef Made Master was a very knowledgeable and patient sushi instructor. From preparing the rice to rolling the sushi, this class encompassed all the skills needed to make sushi. We learned how exactly to mix the rice with vinegar along with the different types of knife cuts for the various ingredients. He took his time in explaining the processes and also helped us if we ran into any problems. All of the food that we prepared was delicious and I would definitely take another cooking class with Chef Made Master!
Dawn
19 May 2019
What an amazing experience! Chef Made is a sushi EXPERT! He was kind, patient & made sure we had a good time while making a delicious meal! We couldn’t have asked for a better birthday surprise for my mom!
Meghan
29 Apr 2019
We had a great time and experience! Chef Made Master was very knowledgeable and patient.
Lana
28 Apr 2019
Chef made master is a wonderful teacher who is extremely knowledgeable about everything involving sushi making! We had an incredible time in the kitchen hanging out and making sushi with him. Most of all he’s an extremely kind, humble, and welcoming person who really made a birthday super special. Awesome experience with a superb chef/teacher/human!
Lisa
30 Mar 2019
Excellent experience! Chef Made was a patient and kind instructor and taught us all about the sushi making process. We would work through sections of the menu and then take breaks to eat. It was nice that he would adjust the process based on what we were excited to do. More than enough food, we had to take some home and he gave a bottle of sake as a gift. Highly recommend.
Sam
29 Mar 2019
Made was awesome. He was very friendly, great for both beginner and advanced chefs, and was a great instructor / chef. Highly recommend for all types of groups.
Chas
29 Mar 2019
Made was awesome! He was very kind and informational, and took his time guiding us through the entire process. The food was delicious (especially the sesame sauce), and we left with new knowledge and full stomachs. I would definitely recommend it to anyone.
Mike
10 Mar 2019
Very friendly and considerate. Thank you for such a fun time!
Kate
25 Feb 2019
Chef Made Master is both a skilled teacher and a kind, easy-going person. Though it requires many years of study to master the art of sushi making, Chef Made Master makes it fun and accessible for all levels. He was also extremely prompt and courteous. Would recommend him to anyone!
Robert
16 Feb 2019
Chef Made was an absolute stud, and we learned a ton and ate a ton. Highly, highly recommended.
Megan
04 Feb 2019
We had a wonderful time with Chef! Would definitely recommend! We made excellent sushi and the time flew by
Alyssa
02 Feb 2019
Super nice, awesome at answering questions both about sushi nd food in general!
Adam
25 Jan 2019
Chef Made Master provided us with an unfortgetable and invaluable experience, and we would highly recommend him to anyone. He was so kind, helpful, and encouraging as he patiently instructed us in the art of making sushi. He took time to explain and demonstrate things, while allowing us to be entirely hands on. He is clearly born to teach. He was so knowledgeable about his work, and we learned so many cool things about sushi in general by just talking with him throughout the evening. The atmosphere was positive and relaxed, and we really felt like we were hanging out with a friend. The amount of food he brings is practically bottomless too, so we had tons of amazing leftovers! Best of all, we actually feel like we can make proper and delicious sushi for years to come, all thanks to his help. We feel so lucky to have stumbled upon him! Hire him, you won’t regret it :)
Linda
18 Jan 2019
CHef was warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and truly made it a wonderful experience!
Suzanne
13 Nov 2018
What an awesome experience with Chef Made Master! He was very patient, answered a ton of questions that we had, and taught us how to make a fantastic meal. We had SO much food, with a lot of leftovers. It was a fun, interactive, engaging, and relaxing evening. I can't recommend him highly enough!
Melanie
02 Nov 2018
A wonderful experience. Chef Made was a good teacher and helped to de-mystify sushi. With 4 people it was a LOT of food.
Jon
26 Oct 2018
My girlfriend and I had a fantastic time making sushi with Chef Made, there is not enough space to say all of the great things! Chef Made was a perfect teacher - he gave us very helpful guidance, encouragement, and made the experience unforgettable. If you have any interest in making sushi, we would highly recommend this experience!
Patrick
19 Oct 2018
Chef Made was truly an amazing experience. He came with all the materials necessary and taught us everything we needed to know about making sushi. He even went out and brought Toro (Fatty Tuna) because it was my favorite. He kept in great communication the entire time, was very polite and kind, and also brought us a bottle of sake as a gift.
If you're still reading this, do yourself a favor and book him now!
Jacqulyn
21 Sep 2018
Chef Made is a living and walking example of pure perfection. My friend and I enjoyed ourselves tremendously. He’s very knowledgeable and hands on but most importantly very patient, encouraging, superb customer service and satisfaction. Great sense of humor and charm.
Timothy
22 Aug 2018
Making sushi is an art form. From the cooking and handling of the rice to slicing raw fish, every chef has his own style and techniques. Chef Made is not different. And it is very obvious that he honors and respects his craft. Watching his knife skills at work is almost like watching a ballot. He does't just build unique and visually impressive dishes, he creates and crafts them. And then there is the melding of favors. Chef Made combines traditional sushi styles with new and innovative flavor profiles that he has formulated. That makes watching Chef Made work is the fact that he does all this while keeping up a conversation with his guest. He is shy at first, but its obvious that he likes to engage with his guests, discussing raw fish varieties and why each is used in a a specific dish. Getting to know him is easy. Just ask him about drumming, his other passion.
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