Cooking with Chef Burcu is a fantastic experience! We had fun learning new cooking tricks/skills…read moreand the food was delicious!

From the owner: Cozymeal is an award-winning provider of cooking classes, private chef services, food tours and…read moreteam building activities with local chefs and food tour guides in Ottawa. Consumers as well as small and large companies use us regularly for all their culinary needs, from couples cooking classes to team building activities to bachelorette parties to private dinners.

I went into the Cordon Bleu's afternoon tea expecting an afternoon tea experience which I did not…read morereceive anything close to it. First off, there was no loose leaf tea, only bagged, and I was brought a tiny cup of hot water which didn't even fill my mug. Additionally, tea cups were not used. Then, the savories came, and it was not on a three-layer display, as is typical with afternoon tea. These were very yummy though! The chefs came around with more if you so chose which was nice as well. Then, the scones came and they were warmed which was really special. They didn't come with clotted cream as advertised. When I asked, the student went somewhere to double check, and then informed me it was mascarpone. After, the deserts came out and I loved their display; however, our table was then ignored for 15-20 minutes as I tried to flag down someone for more water. That was extremely disappointing as I saw the table next to me be checked up about 5-6 times in between and nobody acknowledged us, even when I was clearly looking around and trying to flag someone down. To their credit, the deserts were fancy, and yummy, and they came around with more if you wanted some. The trolly with marble cake at the end was cute; but wasn't anything special. Overall, I would say this was disappointing and not worth the $95. I know it's students, but for this price point, much higher quality service is to be expected. I wouldn't come back for another event here. I would like to credit the older French man's service. He was very personable, and made the service feel special. It was just a shame when he stopped coming around in the middle because we were then ignored for a while by the others.

I attended a short course in tarts, and it was incredible. The service was over the top. We were…read moretreated so well. While we waited for the course to start we waited in a beautiful lounge area. The kitchen was so well stocked and the support staff was so helpful (students). The chef was also on the TV screens so we didn't miss anything. It was just a great course. We made and took home two tarts - and I am excited to make them at home as well. Just fantastic - I will be back for more courses. The parking was also super easy and they gave us an apron to take home - super cute!

Place is really good! Only one lady was working and she was able to get me 2 coffees and a package…read moreof Macarons, plus another customer's order within 5 minutes which is fast when your the only one working. Would come back again!

I've been wanting to try out some macarons from this place for quiet some time. They just opened…read morethis location downtown and so the hubby decided to surprise me with some macarons since he was in the neighborhood. He mentioned that it looked like they were making them fresh on location! Bonus!! He brought home a mixture of different flavors he thought I'd enjoy. Dulce de leche & puffed quinoa, salted caramel, pistachio, brownie, cappuccino, coconut and cinnamon and vanilla. They were all amazing, and super fresh, that I seriously cannot pick a favorite, they were seriously sooooo good! Totally worth the calories ;) If you are a macaron lover, you have to add this to your list of places! I really do not think you can get any better than this in Ottawa. P.s. They have two other locations in the city: Richmond Road and Montreal Road.

I've tried coming by a few times but didn't realize they were open breakfast and lunch only…read more Thankfully I ran into Chef Ric the other day and he let me know. Do you know Chef Ric? If not, here's his story https://ottawa.ctvnews.ca/ottawa-mission-s-food-service-training-program-finds-a-home-at-the-former-rideau-bakery-1.5177765. He's located in the old Rideau Bakery location. Daily breakfast specials at $4.99 and lunch specials at $6.99 prepared daily. They also have a sandwich bar, foods to go and a frozen section. I walked in to a lineup out the door today and their special was meatloaf with mash potatoes a veggies. Honestly it was awesome, I'd give it 4+ stars for the food today. Staff are friendly, line moves pretty quick. It's a take out counter so there's no in store dining. I honestly wanted to get some frozen food and a sandwich but that would have been bad for my waistline. I'll be back on the regular though.

Great little place for breakfast. $4.99 for two poached eggs, two sausage links, fresh fruit, two…read moreslices of toast and home fries. I gave it 4-stars because you can't choose the type of eggs you get -- they only serve over-easy. Have had their sandwiches before too at an event that was catered. Excellent wraps and deli sandwiches. Staff are super friendly. When you eat here you are supporting a good cause.

Fantastic Experience! We did the Bread making class…read more Had an absolutely amazing time! The chef was not only incredibly skilled but also funny and engaging--he made everyone feel comfortable and included from the start. The best part is that everything we learned is super easy to recreate at home. It was such a fun and memorable experience, and I'll definitely be returning. 100% recommend!

From the owner: At C'est Bon Ottawa, we believe in the precious gift of food - that is at the heart of each of our…read morecooking classes. We are passionate about sharing our knowledge and love of the culinary arts and of our Canadian terroir with people looking to elevate their food experiences. We offer hands-on, in-person or virtual cooking classes; private à la carte cooking events; team building activities, and so much more. Il nous fera plaisir de vous servir en français !

I really enjoy the variety of dishes offered in the short demos which gives you the chance to…read moreexplore different cuisines at a very affordable price of $10. and then you get a gift certificate. Use these certificates to then attend a 2 hr class with great chefs who share their tips and answer your questions. Where in the city can you go and enjoy a three course meal, watch the food being prepared and learn how to do it for $30.00 - try one and you will be hooked.

From the owner: The Chefs at Massine's is a group of professional chefs who teach cooking classes and participate…read morein store cooking demonstrations and special events. In cooperation with our marketing team and events assistants the Chefs at Massine's give customers the very best of the culinary world. Find The Chef's at Massine's at Massine's Your Independent Grocer on Bank Street, Ottawa. We design private cooking classes or corporate team building events for groups of 10 or more. Choose from observation classes or hands-on cooking classes. Combine your event with a meeting space room rental in our Community Meeting Room. Reward your team. Make it a day-away from the office grind. We also offer cooking birthday parties for adults. Why should the kids have all the fun? Are you a charity looking for a unique way to approach your fundraising? Ask about our charity fundraising cooking classes. The Chefs at Massine's. We have a passion for food. Real chefs. Real fun! Contact us today.

Huanmei is an experienced, clear and well-prepared teacher. My wife & I greatly enjoyed our class…read moreon Japanese cooking at her home and learned a lot from it.

My Father and I attended the Vietnamese class recently and found the 3 hour long class to be great…read morevalue for our money. First the food was wonderful and the instruction clear. Second the knowledge provided on actual Technics was invaluable, from simple knife work advice to use of a loose tea holder for spices for Pho. Third the advice on where to find some hard to find ingredients was also very much helpful. Pens and recipes are provided so if you take notes finding the right brand of coconut milk is't that hard. We are signing up for another class in March and hopefully arrange a cooking party with friends sometime in the spring.

A very cute store with friendly staff! I came here to buy some house warming gifts, and they have…read morethese wonderfully innovative kitchen tools/utensils! Prices are very reasonable, especially for the quality you're getting.

Quaint little shop full of treasures. Lots of gift items that are useful from vegetable carriers to…read moretea and kitchen items. Robin was delightful and friendly. Would definitely go back again.

When I visited the Trainyards for the first time, the first store that I hit was Michaels. I parked…read morewithin a few feet from the main doors and walked in. As with most Michaels stores, this one is huge and spacious. It has a ton of aisles and I can never figure out where the calligraphy section is. I feel like I need a map of the store. I did like the silicone moulds. I bought a couple of dog-themed ones for a friend. You can either make ice cubes or bake in them, or anything that suits your needs. I love the flexibility! I relived my youth by seeing Spirograph and macrame kits. I ended up getting a crocheting kit that was on sale. I like picking up a skill and crocheting, it is. Speaking of sale, there are a lot of bins with items that have been heavily discounted. I recommend checking them out. I was heading towards the checkout and a frazzled woman approached me. She looked at me and said, "Oh, you don't look like you work here." I was wearing a Snoopy t-shirt. Um, no. She decided to interrupt a transaction between a customer in front of me and the cashier to ask her question. This woman got her answer and I could tell that she was going to head in my direction and bump into me without watching where she was going. I held my crochet kit, which served as a shield. Yep, she plowed into it while I said to her, "Don't ram into me." Too much drama for a visit to a Michaels store, I tell ya! Anyway, the cashier was so sweet, apologizing. She asked me whether I had signed up for Michaels. I don't shop here all that often and said that I didn't think so. Well, after she looked up my phone number, it turns out that I am. Nice! I paid and walked out with my crochet kit, and my two silicone moulds. It's a good store, but watch out for the occasional weird shopper. (266)

Michael's craft store is a bit of a wonder to me. I've always lived in downtown, major Canadian…read morecities. Seeing as Michael's tends to pop up in suburban strip malls, I was overwhelmed by the size and offerings Michael's had. If you're looking for arts and crafts supplies, you've come to the right place. They have an extensive selection of scrap booking, sewing, knitting, beading, painting, framing, floral arrangement, and bake-ware supplies. I found myself at Michael's to sign up for their Wilton cake decorating class. They often offer 50% off specials on the courses, making it only 22.50$ for 4 weeks of 2 hour decorating classes. Their Wilton selection was decent, however not complete. It's a little disappointing that the store offering Wilton decorating classes was missing basics like piping gel. Be aware that Michael's generally ALWAYS offers a 40% off coupon available online here: http://canada.weeklyad.michaels.com/coupons/?storeId=3983&promotionCode=Michaels-121209C Normally when you make a purchase, you also receive a 40% off coupon for 1 item, which can be great. Be aware that customer service at Michael's Trainyards is often lacking; there's typically anywhere from 5-20 people waiting in line but only 1 or 2 cashiers. If you're looking for service on the floor, good luck! However, if you know what you're looking for and are looking for a good selection of art and crafts supplies, it's definitely worth checking out.