Tampa Cooking Class: Traditional French Fare

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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in Tampa

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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Paul W.

05/15/2025

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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Mary Warren .

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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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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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

Rachel G.

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.

Kristy F.

02/03/2025

We had a great time! Class was informative and fun. 4 stars as I would prefer to have my own materials to mix rather than sharing with another couple at the station.

Brenda B.

01/10/2025

What a wonderful experience! Chef Patrick was great at explaining how and why to prepare each step. The result was a delicious meal! Will definitely return- in fact already signed up for another class!

Katie S.

12/01/2024

What a truly wonderful experience my husband and I had cooking with Chef Ricky. He was professional, personable, and beyond knowledgeable. It was so fun & we learned so much. We are already talking about taking another class with him. We had experience with sous vide, but we still learned a lot and the menu was phenomenal. Don't think about it..just book it, now!

Katie O.

11/17/2024

Fabulous birthday celebration for our girl and her two friends! All had a wonderful time and said everyone was fun and friendly! Thank you, Chef(s)!!

Conor M.

10/26/2024

Chef Danh was fantastic. Not only did he ensure beginners could leave with a restaurant quality meal, he was able to educate and maintain engagement with the entire group.

U C.

09/04/2024

Amazing experience! I highly recommend it! Both of them are so warm and welcoming. We were extremely pleased with the entire culinary experience.

Joey M.

02/16/2024

Chef Vivian and Michi were amazing! Super friendly and knowledgeable. The class was comfortable and fun. Highly recommend

Taylor V.

01/05/2024

The class we took was focused on making ramen from scratch. It was such an amazing experience! The instructors were super welcoming and made the class feel like a gathering of friends. We learned all about the culture of ramen while getting hands-on with the ingredients and making our own noodles. The meal we prepared together was absolutely delicious, and the conversation was just as exciting. I can't recommend these chefs enough, a solid 10/10 & we will be back! ?

Laura C.

12/25/2023

I cannot say enough about how fabulous of an experience this was! This was our second experience with Chef Ricky. We hoped it would be an equally exceptional experience. To our surprise, this time far exceeded the previous adventure. Chef Ricky is a great source of information on each technique, the history of each, and how to make a great presentation. But most of all, the food is AMAZING! I have never experienced anything like it. 100 stars!!!

Brandon J.

10/07/2023

This was an amazing date night! You truly learn how to make some great sushi while having a great time. If you’ve debated on doing this, take this as your sign to go

RASHE D.

08/15/2023

Chef Vivian and Michi were amazing and very professional! My wife is a Ramen fanatic and they were able to walk her through making Ramen from scratch with it tasting great!! Great tag team duo and just all around nice wholesome people! 10/10 would definitely recommend and plan on trying again

Dina T.

07/09/2023

What a spectacular evening. Chef Ricky is a professional chef AND teaches his craft to others. He does these classes in his home, which a kitchen to die for! I had no idea what this type of cooking entailed, which was the purpose of my attendance. The menu was definitely gourmet while fairly easy to prepare, because Chef had already arranged all the ingredients and spices in our space. I would definitely attend another class with Chef Ricky in a New York minute! The other guests were fun to cook with too.

Gale H.

07/02/2023

Terrific evening with an extremely knowledgeable and talented chef! Delicious and fun. So happy I took this class!

Bethe B.

Chef Danh was so amazing! This experience was far better than I could’ve imagined! He is so talented and entertaining as well! Can’t thank him enough! (Cash tip given)

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