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Your next great meal starts here

From public cooking classes to private parties, corporate team events to kids' birthdays — we've got the perfect hands-on culinary experience for you.

Participants celebrating during a Calgary cooking class with fresh corn muffins just out of the oven
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“Best cooking class in Calgary. Period. We've been to three now and they keep getting better.”

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HOW TO JOIN

Three ways to cook with us

YW Calgary Community Kitchen interior — fully-equipped cooking class space

Our Space

YW Calgary Community Kitchen, Inglewood

Our fully-equipped kitchen seats up to 20 for an intimate, hands-on experience.

Virtual cooking class participant on Zoom with Chef Joey from their home kitchen

Virtual

Cook live from your kitchen

We send the shopping list in advance. Join the class live via Zoom from your own kitchen.

Your Place — we come to you

Prefer your own venue? We bring ingredients, equipment, and Chef Joey to your door.

FUN IN THE KITCHEN
Experiences

Find your flavor

In-Person
Virtual

Private Events

Birthday bash? Anniversary dinner? Just because? We customize everything—the menu, the vibe, the whole experience. You show up ready to celebrate.

2.5-3 hrs
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2.5-3 hrs
Starting at $135/person
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In-Person
Virtual

Kids Cooking Classes

Pizza, pasta, corndogs, cupcakes—kids cook it all themselves (with Chef Joey's help). A birthday party that's hands-on, creative, and way more fun than a bounce castle. Ages 5–18.

1.5-2 hrs
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1.5-2 hrs
Starting at $135/person
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In-Person
Virtual

Special Events

Signature themed sessions, seasonal specials, and limited-edition experiences. From "Off to College" survival cooking to "Date Night: Creole Edition"—these are the ones people talk about.

2-3 hrs
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2-3 hrs
Starting at $135/person
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In-Person

Catering

From intimate dinners to large-scale events, we bring Chef Joey's bold flavours to you. Buffet, family-style, or plated—we do it all with soul.

Flexible
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Flexible
Let's chat to customize
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We also offer

Date Night
A time for couples to pause... reconnect... and have some fun! We'll be covering some of our previous chef (participants) favorites!
Deconstructed Beef Wellington
Caprese Salad
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Hot Chocolate Souffle
All the food and cooking tools you need. Wear clothes to impress that are appropriate for cooking.
Traditional Vietnamese
One of those types of meals that warms you to your core!
Spring & Salad Rolls
Chicken Wings
Chicken Broth Pho
Mango Lasse Ice Cream
All the food and tools, you bring the energy!
Taco Night: Creole Edition
Blackened fish tacos, creole slaw, chipotle crema, and fried plantains. Taco Tuesday, seriously upgraded. Big flavors, zero pretension.
Blackened Fish Tacos
Creole Slaw
Chipotle Crema
Fried Plantains
All ingredients, equipment, aprons, recipe cards, margarita bar
Knife Skills + Quick Meals
Master the fundamentals. Proper grip, knife technique, and speed. Then put those skills to work with three 30-minute meals you'll cook forever.
Knife Technique Workshop
15-Min Stir Fry
Quick Pasta Aglio e Olio
Sheet Pan Chicken
All ingredients, equipment, aprons, recipe cards
The Crawfish Boil Experience
A full southern crawfish boil. Community-style cooking at its absolute finest. Newspapers on the table, bibs on, cold drinks in hand. This is how we eat.
Crawfish Boil with Corn & Potatoes
Hush Puppies
Coleslaw
Key Lime Pie
All ingredients, bibs, equipment, recipe cards
Brunch Like You Mean It
Shrimp & grits, beignets, and chicory coffee. Weekend brunch will never be the same. Learn the southern brunch classics that'll make you everyone's favorite host.
Shrimp & Grits
Beignets with Powdered Sugar
Chicory Coffee
Pecan Praline French Toast
All ingredients, equipment, aprons, recipe cards, mimosa bar
Valentine's Night Out: Couples Class
A romantic Valentine's evening cooking a 4-course meal together.
Lobster Bisque
Pan-Seared Scallops
Filet Mignon
Chocolate Lava Cake
All ingredients, champagne toast, recipes, candlelit dinner.
Vietnamese Menu for Lunar New Year
Celebrate Lunar New Year with a traditional Vietnamese menu featuring pho, spring rolls, and banh mi.
Beef Pho
Fresh Spring Rolls
Banh Mi
Mango Sticky Rice
All ingredients, cultural context, recipes to take home.
Kids: Pizza Party
Kids learn to make pizza dough, choose toppings, and bake their own creations.
Hand-Tossed Pizza
Garlic Knots
Lemonade
Ice Cream Sundaes
All ingredients, apron, recipes, and lunch.
Date Night: Pasta from Scratch
Romantic evening making fresh pasta, from dough to plate. Perfect for couples who love to cook together.
Fresh Fettuccine
Bolognese Ragu
Caesar Salad
Tiramisu
All ingredients, wine, recipes, and a candlelit dinner.
Creole Comfort Classics
Dive into the heart of Louisiana with a hands-on class featuring gumbo, jambalaya, and cornbread.
Chicken & Andouille Gumbo
Shrimp Jambalaya
Honey Butter Cornbread
Bananas Foster
All ingredients, recipes to take home, and a full meal at the end.
Private: Birthday Party
Private: Birthday Party
Private Event: Catering
Private: Birthday
Corporate: BMO Virtual Picnic
Upcoming Classes

Click any class to see details and book your spot.

FAQs

What types of cooking experiences do you offer?
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Private events, public classes, kids birthday parties, special themed sessions, and catering. Each class format is hands-on, can be creole-inspired or any other cuisine, and designed for people who actually want to cook — not just watch.

How do I book a cooking experience?
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Browse upcoming public classes on our calendar, or chat with Chef Joey directly for private events, kids parties, or custom experiences. Most bookings confirm within one business day.

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
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Yes — vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and most major allergens. Let us know at booking so Chef Joey can adjust the menu or source alternatives ahead of time.

Where are classes held?
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Our kitchen in Calgary is home base for public classes. For private events, we come to your home, venue, or office. Virtual classes run anywhere in Canada or the US — we email a shopping list ahead so you cook from your own kitchen over Zoom.

How much do classes cost?
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Public classes start at $135/person, private events from $125/person. Corporate and catering are quoted based on headcount, menu, and format — chat with Joey for a custom quote.

Can I buy a cooking class as a gift?
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Yes — gift certificates are available for public classes, private events, or corporate experiences. Delivered instantly via email.

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