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    Healthy Italia - La Buona Cucina - Zuchinni pasta with shrimp

    Healthy Italia - La Buona Cucina

    (85 reviews)

    $$$

    I spent Sunday afternoon attending a cooking class with a few of my friends and had an amazing…read moretime. The food was delicious, the owner super charming and the experience overall was fantastic! Highly recommend going with some friends or even a mother/daughter outing.

    Our group selected a cooking class here which included dinner with pasta-making as the only…read morehands-on portion of the evening. We only mixed flour and water together to roll out pasta. For $125/person, I had expected better tasting food though. The small appetizers (spinach salad, prosciutto, Parmesan, olives) may have been put together from a grocery store. For the pasta that we rolled out, the staff only added a plain tomato sauce. The side of vegetables was overcooked and mushy. Tiramisu was all right. We can blame the taste and texture of the pasta on ourselves, because we made it, but I had expected the rest of the food prepared by professionals to be better. No drinks were included -- Healthy Italia is BYOB. There was a nice intro video from the owner telling us about her history and philosophy. She said that she doesn't measure ingredients, and only mixes by feel. How does one teach a cooking class like this? If someone is taking a cooking class, they are less experienced and need precise measurements and instructions. Our flour and water were measured for us, so I guess they do measure something. We were never told the measurements, so didn't have any recipe or any specific learnings to take home. I enjoyed the social time with my group, and especially the long table set out for our group in true Italian fashion. It made us feel like a big cohesive family. However, for $125/person, I felt like we could have had a true learning experience elsewhere or had a much better Italian dinner at a restaurant with drinks. In fact, on the subsequent evening, a few individuals from our group went to a restaurant and ordered similar items served at this cooking class, and the food was remarkably better. And yes, it was less than $125/person with drinks.

    Maricel's Kitchen - Classes, dinners, and private events that turn food into memories--and smiles

    Maricel's Kitchen

    (23 reviews)

    $$

    I didn't expect a great Filipino Fine Dining in my backyard. I usually expect this type of…read moreexperience in Manhattan. The staff, host and chef were very friendly. They made sure that all our needs were met and that we had a great night. The decor was classy and very homey. One of the long benches they had reminded me of my uncle's back in his home in Laguna, Philippines. The food was exceptional. Everything was cooked perfectly. They didn't lessen the flavors to cater to the "American" palette. We were really full by the end of the night. This spot is really worth visiting. Go check them out if you're in the neighborhood.

    I had a eureka moment when I discovered Maricel's Kitchen. I immediately declared, "This is where…read morewe're celebrating our anniversary!" Cozy and unpretentious, it's a small business and a true hidden gem. The moment we set foot in the door, we were warmly greeted by Paul, the extraordinary host and husband of the chef, Maricel. Upon seeing our reservation via OpenTable, he noticed we were celebrating our wedding anniversary. He gave us the most romantic table in the house. Megan quickly came out to take our order. We were deciding, and she mentioned they have Benguet coffee. As it was freezing outside, it was perfect as we looked through the menu. The Benguet coffee came out in a French Press. Benguet coffee is a single-origin coffee that grows in the Northern part of the Philippines. We tasted notes of chocolate, berries, and nuts. Intoxicating!! Pandesal, Filipino bread with accompanying butter, came out with the coffee. These are truly melt-in-your-mouth, as when you first break it, the crispy outer layer gives way to a soft and fluffy center. Heavenly!! We decided upon their Kamayan Tower, which is a 4-tier is like a Filipino celebration of food, all brought together and giving you a tasting banquet at your table. The top tier was the appetizers, where crispy Lumpia and Siomai (Filipino version of Shumai) lay. The second tier consisted of Pork Sisig, Chicken Inasal, and Pancit Bihon. The Pork Sisig was my absolute favorite as it was a symphony of rich and savory flavors. My husband loved the Chicken Inasal, as the flavor profile is smoky, tangy, and savory-sweet. The following tier held many delights, but what stood out from that tier were Chicken Adobo, the perfect ratio of soy and vinegar marinade, and the crispy Whole Fried Tilapia. Excellent combination of crispy skin and moist and flaky inside. Last but not least, the final tier had many stars, but what stood out for us was Beef Kaldereta and Inihaw Na Liempo. The primer is a stew with vegetables, potatoes, and tender beef. Slow-braised in tomato-based sauce, giving us hearty and comfy feelings. The latter is grilled pork belly, where the smoky and sweet flavors come together. Just when we were finished, Megan brought out a plate of desserts, and Paul gave us two flutes of champagne to celebrate. The food was all phenomenal, as was the service. Chef Maricel herself came out to greet us, and we talked about how these dishes were prepared. She has a full staff prepping for the dishes and truly tries to replicate the flavors of her grandmother's cooking from Manila. Both she and Paul were in the cooking school where they first met, and we laughed at how we first met our spouses. The place is a hidden gem, and Chef Maricel wisely chose her signage to be huge black lettering on a white, lit-up background so that passing cars can see her restaurant as they drive by. Plenty of parking as they share a parking lot in the strip mall. If you are looking for great Filipino cuisine where they treat you like family, this is the place. The place is not huge, so I strongly recommend people make their reservation via OpenTable. Chef Maricel also mentioned they offer cooking lessons during the weekdays, except for Friday evening, and they also serve Classic Filipino brunch towers on weekends. Sign. Me. Up!!

    Ferraro's Italian Food Specialties

    Ferraro's Italian Food Specialties

    (48 reviews)

    Stopped in for subs yesterday after seeing the good reviewed. Figured we could get something to go…read moreand hit a park nearby to burn sometime before flying out. Got there before noon and people kept coming in queuing one by one you could tell it was a busy local spot. I grabbed the belly buster which had a chicken cutlet, broccoli rabe, crispy, prosciutto, balsamic vinaigrette with long peppers. It was different from anything I'd order back at home and I wanted to try something different. It was tasty but looking forward to getting an Italian cold cut option next time around or trying something hot. Hubby got the Toni special and added long peppers.

    Ferraro's Italian Food Specialties in Parsippany, NJ is my new go to Italian Deli! This place is so…read morespecial-everything is homemade here and made with love. You can tell the difference with all of the sandwhiches, Italian specialities and desserts. This is a family owned and operated special gem. You have to check it out! Arancini with vodka sauce Prosciutto mozzarella roasted peppers antipasto The Toni Ann- Chicken Cutlet, Fresh Mozz. roasted peppers and arugula with balsamic glaze. The Classic Italian- Genoa salami, ham,provolone, lettuce, tomato and onions, oregano and our house dressing The Spicy Joe- Hot Capicolla, hot soppressata, sharp provolone and hot fryer peppers The Sloppy Italian-Homemade meatballs, smashed and topped with sharp provolone, fryer peppers ( hot or sweet) onions and broccoli rabe Cannoli made to order

    Supa Thai - Tom Kha Gai

    Supa Thai

    (5 reviews)

    $$

    I finally have a great reason to visit Rice's Market north of New Hope in Greenhill Road. I found…read moreSupa Thai listed on Yelp and in the mood for spicy noodles, and a little lemongrass in coconut soup, I jumped in the chariot for an upcountry drive. Beautiful cruise for early December, with peekaboo rain clouds dotting the horizon. I arrived about 3:00 in the afternoon when the large outdoor flea market was mostly concluded. I saw the red Supa Thai sign on the biggest wood building as I drove in and parked in the median across from the entry door. Walking in the restaurant was to the right crammed in the south end, with a small Thai grocery, clothing and furniture displays to the left. There was a lot going on there. For the moment I was the only customer, so there was time for conversation with Supa, the beautiful creative dynamo at the stove and her lovely sou chef. Captivated, I ordered Pad Kee Mao (Drunken Noodles), Tom Kha Gai (Coconut Soup w Chicken), and Chili Puffs (chicken/mashed potato mix). I had to stop from getting more, as I watched the food being prepared and was tempted by everything on the menu. I took it all home with the seductive aroma lilting from the bag all the way down Aquatong, Taylorsville, and Washington Crossing Roads. Everything was plentiful and delicious. The Tom Kha Gai was full of fresh cut mushrooms, strips of chicken, onion, carrot, galangal, hint of lemongrass heat and sweet coconut milk. Loved it. The Pad Kee Mao was likewise loaded with fresh veggies, chicken and stove stop Thai sauce coating everything. Terrific, although it could have been hotter (I requested 'Thai Spicy'). Finally, the Chili Puffs were excellent with light thin pastry dough wrapped around tasty mashed potato/chicken mix and subtle spices. My family loved it all, too. Supa Thai is only open when Rice's Market is open (Tuesday\Saturday), with limited hours, so check before you come. She caters private parties, too. Aside from these business restrictions, it behooves anyone who joneses for Thai cuisine to get to Supa Thai at their earliest opportunity. She is the best Thai chef you will find in Bucks County and likely far beyond.

    I am SO glad I stopped to grab some soup one day while shopping at Rice's. It was amazing! Every…read moretime I've gone back since I try a new dish. Each one better than the last. My favorite is the Tom Yum Shrimp soup. The shrimp are the tastiest I've ever had! It's easy to tell all of the ingredients are incredibly fresh. Love their shrimp dumplings too! I'll get 2 orders of them next time. Good pad Thai also & comes in a large serving size. Enough for 2. Supa Thai keeps me coming back to Rice's. I'm addicted to their food!

    The Farm Cooking School - Kids Cooking Class, making pasta

    The Farm Cooking School

    (8 reviews)

    I attended the Farm Cooking School for a pasta making night! Overall, it was a great experience! We…read morehad the chance to make 3-4 different pastas and worked as a group through each item. However, the class was unorganized. Despite arriving on time, the class had already started. People were tasked with items to start on and no one greeted us or told us where we could help. It made the beginning of the class feel weird and made us feel not welcomed. The pasta was delicious and the overall value was great! Arrive extra early or have the potential to walk in confused!

    I first met chefs Ian Knauer and Shelley Wiseman when they were the guest pizzaiolos at Liberty…read moreHall Pizza, serving up some unique and amazingly delicious pizzas. Shortly thereafter, my wife and I signed up for the Fundamentals cooking course at The Farm Cooking School - a six class series covering everything from knife skills to roasting, poaching and braising. What we experienced was far better than we expected. These are hands on classes, where we learned about the ingredients, how to utilize them and why they worked in each dish we prepared. At the end of each class, we all sit down and enjoy a delicious meal that by itself would likely cost as much as the class if we bought it at a local restaurant. What a bargain! Since that first series, I've taken over 30 other classes, and continue to take classes every week. I've made French sauces, Mexican moles, Italian pastas, Indian curries, pies, breads, and just about everything else you've seen on a plate. The variety and quality of classes and the food we've eaten has been amazing. Through these classes and the down-to-earth teaching styles of Ian and Shelley, I've learned that it's possible for amateurs like me to prepare meals that taste as good or better than those I get in restaurants. I walk away from classes thinking "Wow, that was so delicious. I can't wait to try this at home!"

    Chef It Up - eventplanning - Updated May 2026

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