NYC (Astoria)
4.9
(19 reviews)

Chef Karmala

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Chef Karmala
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19 Reviews
Working in elite dining rooms in Missouri, Florida and NYC gave Chef Karmala a firm foundation in the culinary world. She's a curious learner who loves expanding her knowledge base in a diverse range of subjects. After elevating her craft as a chef-for-hire, she discovered her love for helping aspiring cooks sweeten their kitchen skills. Now, Chef Karmala offers innovative courses for anyone with a taste for inventive cuisine.
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Classic Pastas From Scratch

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Transform your weekly menu with the addition of fresh pasta. Harness tried-and-true recipes and techniques to create the best fresh pasta at this enlightening cooking class. With an engaging chef to lead you, you’ll prepare fresh dough and use it as the base for pappardelle and ravioli. You’ll learn to cook pasta...
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4.8
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From Scratch Pasta Feast

$99
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$99
Learn to make fresh pasta from raw ingredients at this bellissimo class. Making fresh pasta is a cinch thanks to this practical cooking class. Learning from a pasta pro tutor, you’ll pick up skills to make fresh pasta dough for fresh egg ravioli and hand-cut pappardelle and pair with fresh salad and delicious sauces...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
4.3
55 Reviews
New York
Next Date: Tue, Mar 4th at 4:00PM & other times
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Elegant Italian Dishes

$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Learn how to cook authentic Italian dishes in this hands-on team building cooking class. Gather your crew and join Chef Jimi for an engaging cooking class where you'll learn how to make several classic Italian dishes. Your team will be led through every step of the process as you prepare the meal together. To...
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Chef Jimi
4.9
13 Reviews
NYC (Little Italy)
Next Date: Tue, Mar 4th at 6:00PM & other times
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Contemporary Surf and Turf

$119
Private Chef Meal
$119
Enjoy the buttery elegance of lobster and the earthy tenderness of duck with Chef Jimi. Chef Jimi uses farm-fresh ingredients to create a modern menu teeming with delightful textures and flavors. Your private chef meal begins with a peppery arugula and pancetta salad, and crunchy Italian rice balls filled with...
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Chef Jimi
4.9
13 Reviews
Serving the NYC area
Next Date: Tue, Mar 4th & other times
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Gourmet Hibachi Fare

$60
Hibachi Catering
$60
Surround yourself with the artistry of the Japanese grill and savor the delicious feast. Transform your outdoor space into a gourmet Japanese steakhouse with a hibachi-centered private chef meal. Chef Frankie will bring his professional grill and culinary expertise to prepare a vibrant meal right before your...
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5.0
5 Reviews
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Next Date: Wed, Mar 5th & other times
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Classic Korean BBQ

$99
Private Chef Meal
$99
Get ready to enjoy an authentic Korean BBQ experience, tasting its signature dishes. During this private chef meal, Chef Misun will take you on a journey filled with flavors and expertise. She will demonstrate how an authentic Korean BBQ is done, showcasing her skills in preparing exquisite meals. You'll...
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Chef Misun
5.0
81 Reviews
Serving the NYC area
Next Date: Wed, Mar 5th & other times
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From Bites to Brews in Chinatown & Little Italy

$135
Food Tour + Drink Upgrade
$135
Taste the flavors of Chinatown and Little Italy with local craft drinks included. This food tour takes you through the culinary heart of New York City, with a drinks package to enhance the experience. Sip and savor your way through bustling streets brimming with authentic tastes and cultural heritage. Begin your...
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Guide Bobby or Local Guide
5.0
11 Reviews
New York
Next Date: Tue, Mar 4th at 11:00AM & other times
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A Gourmet View of Greenwich Village

$89
Food Tour
$89
Treat yourself to a tasty trek through a beloved NYC locale. This in-depth food tour exploring the phenomenal food of Greenwich Village is your ticket to the tastiest spots in the Big Apple. Let Guide Dante lead you on a walking adventure through one of the city's best-known regions for tastes of cupcakes, arancini,...
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5.0
9 Reviews
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Next Date: Wed, Mar 5th at 2:30PM & other times
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Landmarks of Manhattan

$79
Food Tour
$79
Embark on a culinary adventure through Chelsea Market, the Meatpacking District, and the High Line. On this food tour with Guide Lauren & team, you will have the unique opportunity to eat your way through famous Manhattan landmarks, including Chelsea Market, James Beard Foundation Curated Market 57, the High Line, and...
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4.8
20 Reviews
New York
Next Date: Thu, Mar 6th at 11:00AM & other times
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Team Building Activity

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4.9
13 Reviews
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Coastal Mediterranean

$145
Team Building Activity
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Engage your team with fun and interactive culinary experiences. This team building activity is designed to encourage communication and develop organizational skills among colleagues. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share tips and techniques for creating a delicious meal you can share. Learn how to pickle...
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Practice classic culinary skills for a traditional French menu in this hands-on experience. Quintessential French flavors will be on full display in this engaging team building cooking class. Gather your crew and let Chef Paige will guide you through a menu of authentic French dishes while teaching useful culinary...
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Handmade Bubble Tea and Salad Rolls

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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...
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Chef Logan
4.9
402 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Mon, Mar 3rd, 5:00pm PT/8:00pm ET & other times
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Health-Boosting Mocktails

$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Power up with these four mood-boosting beverages meant relax and bring balance to your diet. Chef Angela-Michelle will bring her knowledge of plant-based nutrition to this mocktail-making class as you create libations that will power you from the inside with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Begin with an elderberry...
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Chef Angela-Michelle
4.9
442 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Wed, Mar 5th, 6:00pm PT/9:00pm ET & other times
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Sweet and Savory Afternoon Tea

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Online Cooking Class
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Create a unique, Indian-inspired afternoon tea in this interactive virtual class with Chef Radhika. While high tea is a typically fancy occasion filled with sweet and savory snacks, afternoon tea is its more casual counterpart. In this interactive online cooking class with Chef Radkiha, you will learn how to create an...
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Chef Radhika
4.8
29 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Thu, Mar 6th, 11:00am PT/2:00pm ET & other times
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Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Karmala THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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A Charming Parisian Brunch

$119
Private Chef Meal
$119
Chef Karmala brings the classics from the culinary capital of France to your brunch plate. Experience this charming brunch comprised of a beautifully curated menu featuring exquisite French breakfast classics paired with a modern touch. Begin with a light dish of yogurt parfait infused with a subtle lavender honey....
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Chef Karmala
4.9
19 Reviews
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Luxurious Italian Dinner

$129
Private Chef Meal
$129
Classic Italian food meets a modern twist with Chef Karmala’s authentic Italian dinner. Be transported to Italy with this incredible private chef meal. Start the dinner strong with a fresh mocktail infused with fresh fruit and herbs before grazing on local antipasto board. Using her background in...
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Chef Karmala
4.9
19 Reviews
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Soulful Jamaican Feast

$129
Private Chef Meal
$129
West African ingredients meet Chinese, Indian and British influences in Chef Karmala’s Jamaican feast. Celebrate with the flavors from this Jamaican Sunday supper feast. The soul-soothing food of West Africa meets a fusion of flavors from across the world with Chinese, Indian and British influences. Start your...
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4.9
19 Reviews
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Karmala THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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Posh European Brunch

$105
Cooking Class
$105
Give your classic brunch a posh European twist with these elevated brunch recipes. A chic brunch is on the menu of this hands-on cooking class. Chef Karmala will teach you time-honored culinary techniques to make sophisticated European recipes. Start with buckwheat blinis topped with smoked salmon and fresh herbs....
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Chef Karmala
4.9
19 Reviews
NYC (Astoria)
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Indo-Caribbean Flavors

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Discover the unique flavors of the Caribbean with culinary influences from India and more. Dive into the unique world of Indo-Caribbean cuisine in this engaging cooking class. Chef Karmala will teach you recipes and culinary techniques to create comfort food from family recipes. To begin, savor caramelized...
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Chef Karmala
4.9
19 Reviews
NYC (Astoria)
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Modern Mediterranean Mezze

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Craft elevated mezze boards inspired by Mediterranean cuisine using fresh ingredients and traditional culinary techniques. Explore the flavors of the Mediterranean in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Karmala will guide you through crafting a modern mezze meal featuring five delightful small plates using premium...
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Chef Karmala
4.9
19 Reviews
NYC (Astoria)
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REVIEWS

Chef Karmala's Overall Rating

4.9 / 5

Based on 19 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Karmala

Sarah S.

Sarah

05/13/24
Chef Karmala was great! My daugher and I took her class to celebrate mother's day. We both learned so much and enjoyed the delicious food Karmala helped us prepare. She's an excellent chef and teacher.
05/13/24
Hayden S.

Hayden

04/07/24
Chef Mala was amazing! She's an amazing chef and teacher. We felt very well taken care of and learned so much. The food was amazing and the class was so much fun. 10/10 would recommend and will definitely book with her again.
04/07/24
Matt W.

Matt

03/24/24
Chef Mala made our experience exceptional. She was so personable and fun. She is an excellent teacher and we learned so much about cooking, tools, safety, etc. Would recommend her without hesitation.
03/24/24