I got the last seat and it was at the counter. I went for the brunch edition of Chef Competition…read more Three rounds (appetizer, entree, dessert) with "mystery" basket ingredients. If you've ever seen Ch****d, this is the real-life version. Has an AMAZING time. Chef Izzy vs Chef Jared. This was an EXPERIENCE, not just brunch. They are BYOB and my neighbors were gracious and shared their mimosa with me. Highly recommend. Some dishes were 5 stars some not so much.

We went there for a birthday celebration and did the hands on pasta making experience with Chef…read moreBritni and Chef Armani. They were both so helpful and made everything so much fun and easy. We enjoyed the experience and the food was SO DELICIOUS

Came here for a work event and it was lots of fun!…read more The food was superb and the cooking class portion of the event was very informative. I learned a few interesting factoids and had a lot of fun assembling the meal. The location is also very clean and inviting, and I would be interested in attending one of their public event nights to try some of the other offerings. I heard their sushi class is very popular. Big thanks to Albert, Agnes and Joey who hosted the event for us! I recommend if you want an out of the ordinary work event or gathering. Edit: I forgot to mention that we were given the South Philly menu which was chicken parm, bruschetta, broccoli rabe, cheese ravioli and salad. It also ended with tiramisu. All were really good! They also have plenty of other menus available for any preferences.

So fun!!! Highly recommend this for a date night or night out with friends. We did the Tuscany…read morenight and it was $300/couple. For the experience and food it was SO WELL WORTH IT! The staff was so fun and friendly and the space is large and comfortable for the group. They allow you to do as much or as little as you'd like! Our group was very hands on and we were in there cooking it up. There was sooo much food and plenty for second or third helpings. Not to mention it was so delicious. I highly recommend and will definitely be back. Also it's BYOB!

It was the best day ever I learned a lot met new people and the lady running the class is just the…read morebest

They're quite a few different classes you can take. We started with pasta 101. It was fantastic…read more The entire experience from learning and watching to make pasta to making your own pasta and to enjoying a family style dinner afterwards is just perfect then you even take home your pasta that you made. We will be taking more classes.

I don't even know where to begin. My husband and I, along with some friends of ours, went to Onna's…read moreadorable space for dinner last night. This was one of the best culinary experiences I've ever had. We enjoyed a Spanish tapas themed menu, along with a cooking lesson. The food was out of this world, and it was fun to learn new kitchen tricks. My husband and I are huge foodies and cook all the time; even we learned new techniques! Onna is so kind, and easy to engage with; we just loved her! We would have stayed all night (we practically did) if we could have. Her mom assists her in the kitchen and she is just as sweet! We will be back for sure. We are already planning to her Onna cook for us again!

Full & Happy is a great space ! I took a cooking lesson with Onna, who is such a breath of fresh…read moreair. The food she cooks is delicious and definitely do-able at home. She gives you recipes and pictures of your lesson. She is a great teacher, always knowing or finding out the answers to your questions and she does a great job of not getting frustrated. I would definitely gift a lesson to a friend or do a lesson with a bunch of people again !

Our asian fusion class with chef Huda was amazing. We had so much fun learning and the food was…read moredelicious from the appetizer to the dessert. We can't wait to do it again.

My friend and I had an exceptional evening with Chef Landi. We went to his Vegan Mediterranean…read moremeal. This was my third experience with the Chef and I find him to be wonderful! Not only superb recipes, but a wonderful teacher as well. Chef is affable, knowledgeable and has wonderful stories of his cooking experiences both in the states and abroad. Every time I leave, I want to cook more and try these great recipes. I'm not a vegan, but no one would ever know these are vegan recipes. Delicioso!

Reading Terminal Market is reminiscent of Faneuil Hall in Boston, in that there are lots of local…read morefood places concentrated in a *tiny* area. The overall purpose of the market is to feel full, and to feel like one of hundreds of people. And there are so many visitors around lunchtime and later. The walkways between the various cafes, bakeries, and food spots wer streams and rivers of hungry people. So many options of local Pennsylvanian delicacies were available, and seating was plentiful. There was a main seating area in the middle of the market, where you could see classes of high school students being lectured by teachers, workers on their lunch hour nibbling on a snack, and tourists and visitors frantically looking at all the visual splendor and fragrant cookery. Each individual business in the market has something to contribute to the overall experience. If you are close to the market, I recommend going during breakfast, lunch, and dinner to see the difference in food options. I also recommend going before lunch because it is usually a little less packed. Parking is going to be a hassle, so find parking where you can, and try to walk there!

Cute demo kitchen on Row D between 7th and 8th Ave in the bustling Reading Terminal Market! A cozy…read morespot that hosts cooking demos from local chefs and restaurants, cooking classes, and frequent samplings from various merchants/chefs/restaurants during Friday lunchtimes. Gear: Its equipped with 6 gas burners, 2 ovens, 1 refrigerator, 1 (small) sink, and 1 essential dishwasher. There's one huge counter for workspace or dining. Seating: 12 people at counter, 20 seated (or 30 if mingling). There is an option to extend to the larger side room adjacent to City Kitchen (rented from RTM) - which holds an additional 30 seated (or 40 if mingling). I need this space for Thanksgiving and Christmas soirees!

Too bad they have terrible customer service and sell expired food. It feels as though the woman…read moreworking there doesn't like her job. This same woman has been rude/ unfriendly to me on multiple occasions. I usually never leave the store without spending at least $100. When I told her the crackers I bought yesterday for a dinner party were expired she just looked at me with a fake smile and said she had them recently and that is how they are supposed to taste. I spent three months in Italy and never have I tasted something so stale. I was explaining to her how awful they were and no I would not like another bag. She just kept saying I'm sorry and smiling. No refund, and unwilling to say the customer is right. Will not be returning there.

Another cool experience in Philadelphia. I am loving this city!…read more My husband and I received a gift certificate to Cook as a wedding gift and we didn't realize how quickly the events book up. Holy snikees! You have to literally log on to their website the minute the classes are posted and reserve a spot immediately. We got married in May and have been trying to use our gift certificate ever since. It was worth the wait! Our event was hosted by The Royal Chef (Darren McGrady). He cooked for 5 US Presidents in addition to the Queen of England and her family. Needless to say, he didn't disappoint. Not only was the food he created fantastic, but he was personable and super funny. There were 16 people total (which is the max for the space) and we enjoyed observing Darren and learning new techniques. The wrap-around counter ensures that eveyone has a bird's eye view. We loved every minute of it. Our menu included: - Blueberry, Feta and Kale Salad - Chili and Garlic Crusted Shrimp with Double Cheese Grits - Minute Steaks with Blue Cheese, Caramelized Onions, and Cannellini Bruschetta - Sticky Toffee Pudding with Clotted Cream The staff at Cook is top-notch. Never an empty wine nor water glass, and plates were delivered and cleared with the quickness. It was a casual, social, and fun setting. This is not a hands-on culinary event, rather, this is an event where you sit back, relax, and watch your chef work their magic. You don't have to lift a finger and that's the way I like it! You can purchase kitchen gadgets and goodies at this location at a 15% discount on the day of your event. Cook offers something for everyone. Some of the events are pricey, but there are some that are more budget-friendly. Check it out and be sure to work those quick-typing fingers to reserve a fun class fast!

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!"

One of the dictionary definitions of Alchemist is " a person who transforms or creates something…read morethrough a seemingly magical process". Well magic does happen in this urban industrial space in NoLibs used by people in the food and beverage industry to meet, educate or just partake in libation centered events with brews and spirits. The 4 times I've been here have been due to my membership in a Whiskey Club where we've had tastings with local and global whiskey ambassadors. Parking- I've always found a space on the street never having had to walk more than half a block. Transit- its a 3 minute walk from the Girard MFL. Usually we have snacks along with our whiskey expressions. it's very nice to sit across from one another at the long, tables with soft tablecloths in this warm and comfortable interior. Adding to Alchemist's Society's building charm, is occasionally hearing the gentle, muffled roll of the EL overhead. Muffled because The building is as solid as a brick $&@?house. This is a great space in which to gather and we will return often!

We went to the Mother's Day Tea Cocktails event and had a great time! The cocktails were excellent,…read moreand the paired snacks were a perfect addition. Our hosts were attentive and informative. We learned a lot about cocktail making, and are planning to use some of the recipes at our next party. We will definitely be back again soon for another event!