I can say with absolute certainty that Monique's holistic nutritional guidance and healthy eating…read morecoaching have transformed my eating habits (and my looks!!! - Yes, I'm being vain, but I'm just keepin it real). Since working with her, I have noticed that I rarely get the midday headaches that used to occur frequently, and when I look in the mirror, I slightly feel like I'm aging in reverse! #benjaminbutton. (Note: I used to eat a lot of processed food before Monique's coaching changed my whole approach to eating). When I confessed my deep adoration of fast food, she was refreshingly non-judgmental all the while helping me kick the craving. She is super spunky, motivating, and extremely passionate about what she does. What is it that she does, exactly? Well, from my experience with her, it seems to be a bit of everything, and she was very flexible with me about tailoring her services/guidance to my needs. She was as "hands on" as I wanted/needed her to be, which even included a trip to the grocery store together to help me identify brands/items that would be the perfect blend of healthy/tasty while also teaching me to understand ingredient lists much better and with a far more discerning eye - which I find extremely helpful and rather empowering (Farewell to the days of being duped by confusing ingredient lists...victory is mine!!!) She also frequently coached me via text, which often was able to be in "real time" (e.g. if I was at a grocery store by myself trying to figure something out) and Monique would give me feedback if she was available at the time. (I'm realizing I sound kind of needy as I write this, but fortunately she was totally cool with it!) Another interesting factoid is that apparently she herself is omnivorous (while still erring more on the "plant-based" side of things), but is also trained as a "Raw Vegan Chef" (in addition to more generally being a Holistic Nutritionist), so I can see her appealing to people with many different types of dietary restrictions or preferences. Also, I personally was extremely unsophisticated about food/health at the time that Monique started coaching me, so she simplified her approach in accordance with my primitive level of nutritional knowledge. But I could easily imagine she would also work really well with more health-conscious folks that could benefit from a higher level of eating coaching/guidance. So, bottom line - she's great! If you're looking for a healthy eating coach, she's your gal!

Monique is an absolute pleasure to work with! I needed help with my son's incredibly limited food…read moreoptions (about 10 ingredients total). She was up for the challenge and it was a HUGE success. Her attention to detail, our needs and preferences is so appreciated and valuable. The process of recipe selection was easy and went from snacks to dessert. A simple shopping list, fun foods to make and great company made it an amazing event, not another to-do! I learned so many new skills and most importantly got my 5-year-old eating eggplant, cabbage and other delicious snacks and meals that he would have previously dismissed. The best was at the end of the our time together my son came home from camp. He saw the freshly made stuffed cabbage on the stove and immediately said "Noodles, I want that!" - I let it be and he ate 2 stuffed cabbage rolls! I've since evolved the recipe to cabbage noodles with meat sauce. My approach to cooking has changed because of Monique and I am forever grateful! I had a blast. It felt like I was hanging out with a friend I've known for years. And I can't wait to have Monique come back to my home for a Girls' Night In cooking event with my besties.

Tim was an excellent guide as we strolled through the different cultural experiences of Hell's…read moreKitchen, getting to try Japanese BBQ, Georgian cheeseboat, Mediterranean tapas, as well as comfort food with meatballs and the broadway cookie treat. With great storytelling flair and a caring attitude, Tim took us on both a gatstronomical and historical adventure that was well worth the experience.

My precious nephew booked Chef Denis to come to his apartment to teach us a cooking class for my…read morebirthday. So I flew up to NYC from Florida, so excited about my special gift. I had told everyone at home about what I was doing, and how much I was looking forward to it, and how cool it was. And then Chef Denis canceled the day before our reservation. I know things can happen but he did not use the word "emergency" when leaving his message that he was canceling. Fortunately I have world's greatest nephew so he took me to an amazing Italian restaurant, instead, for my birthday, after we spent a glorious day at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. And he bought me beautiful earrings. He really is the greatest nephew. I had a wonderful birthday. When considering this business, I think it's important to know that canceling can, and does, happen, and apparently in the absence of an emergency.

Wow! Just finished an in-home cooking class with Silvana, and it was terrific. Her cooking…read moretechniques and tips were really helpful, and the food flavor was amazing - great bursts of fresh ingredients. Silvana herself is engaging and full of energy. We are Covid-serious, and felt very comfortable with Silvana's attentiveness to Covid protocols. This was a Xmas gift from our daughter, and we loved it.

o wow, just had an event and silvana was the highlight. the food was both delicious and beautiful!…read more highly recommend!!!!

I came here for a friend's family party and it was beautiful. The layout is bare bones so you can…read moredecorate any way you like. The string lights crisscrossing over the table created a warm glow making the whole room feel welcoming and happy. The location supplies folding tables and chairs and its huge. The family had a big turnout send it was a lot of fun. There is an outdoor space in the back with a picnic table that's small but private.

Wish I could give them 0 Stars. Last min cancelations are not cool at all. No communication.read more

Spanish toddler class is excellent: 1h weekly sessions with an enthusiastic teacher (Carolina),…read moreengaging and varied activities (mix of storytelling, science, arts/crafts, and gross motor), small group (2-5 toddlers), and language learning thru interaction and play. N.B. This is not a "language" class specifically, but rather a play group with Spanish immersion. Excellent complement to home and/or school language learning. Highly recommend!

We are very happy with the class our 2.5-year-old attended. Not only did he learn a lot, but he…read morealso started socializing with other kids his age, which has been a great preparation for school. Carolina is incredibly kind and empathetic with the little ones, making them feel comfortable and motivated to participate. The classes are very interactive and engaging, making learning fun. We highly recommend this clases

Such a fun afternoon! We booked the private experience and had Chef Franco was very knowledgeable…read moreand fun'! We planned a birthday outing for a friend, and she loved every second of it, Chef Franco was interacting and engaging and really gave us the personal chef experience. We had the Argentinian menu where we cooked a seafood paella, tapas, and a delicious dessert that showed you how easy it is to cook and why you should not be afraid to get in the kitchen. Our Besty, who loves cooking raved about how personal and intimate the experience was, and she can't can't wait to go back to battle of the tables.

So much fun and super delicious and so easy. Franco was an amazing instructor, very warm and a…read moregreat chef. Will absolutely be back again! Thank you Battle of the Table and Franco!!

My friends wanted to do a cake decorating class for their birthdays. We found this online and…read moredecided to give it a try. Our instructor, Chef Erika, was helpful and enthusiastic. She led an excellent cake decorating class that was perfect for beginners. Her staff came around to help us out and made sure our cakes were coming along nicely after each step. Snacks and water were offered throughout the 2 hour class, which I thought was a nice touch. All the cakes came out so well and they tasted good too. I definitely think this is a great indoor activity to try with your friends or partner. I will definitely check out the other classes offered here in the future, as well.

I visited this establishment for a cake decorating class. I had so much fun and I have a lot of…read morerespect for people who bake and design cakes. It's not an easy task. The cake was so little and cute. It was a lunchbox cake. I was able to do a two layer cake and put icing on the cake. I decorated the cake with green and pink icing and put some frills along the top and bottom of the cake. I also used pearls and some glitter. I wrote HBD on it since my birthday is this week. I enjoyed the class and learned a lot. I would definitely take another class here in the future. Chef Erika was amazing!

This is always such a fun baking class to attend! I definitely recommend going in a group of 4…read morebecause that is the way the stations are set up. The paper recipes don't 100% follow what the instructor is telling you, so definitely pay attention as they are demonstrating each step. We made fruit tarts and madeleines in this class, but the dessert menu rotates, so you can check which one interests you before you book ahead of time! They walk you through some of the baking techniques and it's a great hands-on experience. Whatever you bake you can try on the spot and they provide takeout boxes and bags for you to take the rest home. Highly recommend if you're looking for a group activity in the city!

This was my first time baking croissants, and the session led by Emily was fantastic. She was…read moreincredibly knowledgeable and passionate. Her assistant, Paula, was also very helpful and clearly knew what she was doing. The 3-hour session included both a tutorial and hands-on practice. We made three different flavors, and the whole experience was fun and rewarding!

Just got home and couldn't wait to write this review! Had the best time learning how to make…read morehomemade pasta. Chef Diego was funny, knowledgeable and most importantly - he knows how to make a good bowl of pasta. BYOB, welcoming environment, good music, great/intimate vibes where you can connect with the chef and also with fellow aspiring pasta makers haha. I will definitely be trying out some of his other classes. Highly recommend. 10/10!

Diego is an amazing chef who provides amazing experiences. I've taken his pasta cooking class and…read morethe couple's paella cooking class. The food always turns out so impressive. I would never expect myself to be able to make the dishes we create. We are planning to make Diego's cooking classes a regular thing in our lives.

Best for jewelry. Love their designs and products. Will definitely shop again. Check their jewelry…read moreand thank me later.

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