Welcome to The Chef Upstairs USA
The Most Unique Interactive Cooking and Private Dining Experiences in St. Petersburg, Florida!
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About The Chef Upstairs USA
Inspired by our original Toronto locations, The Chef Upstairs brings a celebrated culinary experience to St. Pete where cooking is inspiring, approachable, and always fun. Every class feels like a kitchen party with friends, designed to turn curiosity into confidence and ingredients into unforgettable experiences.
From beginners to seasoned home cooks, our hands-on classes blend bold flavors, expert guidance, and just the right amount of fun. Whether it’s a date night, celebration, team event, or skill-building session, The Chef Upstairs is where great food, great people, and great memories come together.
We care deeply about the environment and the impact of our food choices. Through mindful preparation, smart portioning, and creative approaches to reducing food waste, we teach more sustainable cooking practices. By partnering with local farmers and vendors, we showcase the area’s best seasonal ingredients, lower our carbon footprint, and inspire responsible, community-driven cooking.
Cooking Classes
"Appy-Hour" Cooking Classes
Kick off your evening with chef-prepared bites, then roll up your sleeves and create a show-stopping dish from scratch. In just 90 minutes, you'll dive into a globally inspired favorite like gnocchi with fresh basil pesto, paella layered with depth and color, or street-style pad Thai. Designed for effortless after-work fun, great food, and even better company.
$55 per guest
"Night Out" Cooking Classes
Immersive, hands-on 3-hour cooking experiences designed for all skill levels. Guided by our professional chefs, you'll master new techniques, work with vibrant ingredients, and cook bold, unforgettable dishes from around the world—all from scratch. Travel the globe through food with flavor-packed classes like Tastes of Thailand, Peruvian Seaside, Exploring India, Parisian Bistro, Handmade Italian, and Greek Mezze—each one a deep dive into the aromas, techniques, and soul of a cuisine you'll be excited to recreate at home.
$95 per guest
And to deliciously pair… Wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.
Upcoming Class Schedule
Thursday, April 9th, 6 - 9 pm
Night Out - Italian Comfort Foods
Price: $95
Transport yourself to the Italian coast with a soulful, indulgent evening of handmade classics. From a stunning frutti di mare spread to pillowy gnocchi tossed in vibrant pesto, we’ll finish with warm apple fritters and house-made vanilla ice cream. Rustic. Romantic. Irresistible.
What's Cooking:
  • Frutti di Mare - A Gorgeous Selection of Fresh Seafood Grilled, Fried, and Steamed to Delicious Perfection. Served with a Seasonal Salad
  • Gnocchi & Pesto - Homemade Potato Gnocchi, Spinach-Basil Pesto, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes
  • Frittelle di Mele - Traditional Apple Fritters Served with Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
Friday, April 10th, 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Appy Hour - South East Asian Street Food
Price: $55
Experience the bold, vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia in one unforgettable night. Sip fragrant Tom Yum, master fresh Vietnamese rice paper rolls, and build the ultimate Pad Thai bursting with sweet, savory, and tangy perfection. Bright, fresh, and packed with flavor.
What's Cooking:
  • Chef-Prepared Arrival Snack: Tom Yum Soup with Vegetables
  • Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls with Shrimp and Vegetables
  • Pad Thai with Chicken and Vegetables
Thursday, April 16th, 6 - 9 pm
Night Out - Exploring Moroccan Cuisine
Price: $95
Dive into the rich spices and warmth of Morocco. Learn to craft delicate beef cigars, create a stunning chicken and vegetable feast layered with olives and preserved lemon, and finish with a light, citrusy chiffon cake. Exotic, aromatic, and beautifully balanced.
What's Cooking:
  • Arrival Snack: Chef's Choice
  • Moroccan Beef and Vegetable Cigars - Phyllo-Wrapped Filling Served with Spiced Date Dipping Sauce
  • Moroccan Feast - Moroccan Chicken with Olives and Lemon, Root Vegetable Tagine, Couscous
  • Meskouta - Traditional Lemon Chiffon Cake served with Fresh Fruit
Friday, April 17th, 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Appy Hour - Italian Moderno
Price: $55
A fresh twist on Italian elegance. Start with vibrant pea and mint bruschetta, then roll up your sleeves for handmade cavatelli paired with Gulf shrimp and a silky white wine-mascarpone sauce. Refined, seasonal, and absolutely delicious.
What's Cooking:
  • Chef-Prepared Arrival Snack: Sweet Pea and Mint Bruschetta
  • Shrimp Cavatelli - Homemade Cavatelli Pasta, Gulf Shrimp, White Wine-Mascarpone Sauce, Fresh Herbs
Thursday, April 23rd, 6 - 9 pm
Night Out - Caribbean Paradise
Price: $95
Escape to the islands for a night of sunshine on a plate. Grilled shrimp and pineapple salad, bold jerk chicken with all the fixings, and a dreamy coconut rum mousse to finish. Lively flavors, tropical vibes, pure joy.
What's Cooking:
  • Arrival Snack: Chef's Choice
  • Caribbean Salad - Grilled Shrimp, Pineapple, Avocado, Honey-Lime Dressing
  • Caribbean Feast - Grilled Jerk Chicken, Collard Greens, Rice and Peas, Papaya Salsa
  • Bob Marley Mousse - White Chocolate and Coconut Rum Mousse served with Fresh Fruit
Friday, April 24th, 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Appy Hour - Indian Bistro
Price: $55
Spice up your evening with comforting Indian favorites. Enjoy a bright roasted chickpea and cauliflower starter, then master rich, velvety butter chicken served with fluffy basmati and warm, homemade naan. Fragrant, comforting, and deeply satisfying.
What's Cooking:
  • Chef-Prepared Arrival Snack: Roasted Chickpea and Cauliflower Salad
  • Butter Chicken with Basmati Rice and Homemade Naan
Thursday, May 7th, 6 - 9 pm
Night Out - Soulful Cooking: Korean Classics
Price: $95
Step into the vibrant world of Korean cuisine and discover the secrets behind creating authentic, mouthwatering dishes.
What's Cooking:
  • Jap Chae - Stir-Fried Glass Noodles with Colourful Vegetables and Savoury Flavours
  • Gamja Jorim - Soy-Braised Potatoes
  • Oi Muchim - Spicy Cucumber Salad
  • Kalbi - Korean Short Ribs Marinated to Perfection
  • Multigrain Purple Rice
  • Hotteok - Sweet Brown Sugar Pancake (crispy outside, gooey inside)
Friday, May 8th, 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Appy Hour - Pasta Fresca
Price: $55
Join us for a celebration of fresh, bright Italian flavors. Start by enjoying a chef-prepared bruschetta duo featuring truffled white bean and sweet pea with mint, then roll up your sleeves to create a vibrant hand-made lemon fettuccine tossed with a light sauce of garlic, white wine, asparagus and shrimp. Quick, hands-on, and deliciously satisfying — it's the perfect after-work cooking experience with a glass in hand and great food on the table.
What's Cooking:
  • Chef-Prepared Arrival Snack: Bruschetta Duo - Truffle White Bean, Sweet Pea and Mint
  • Handmade Lemon Fettuccine with Asparagus and Shrimp
Thursday, May 14th, 6 - 9 pm
Night Out - Modern Greek Mezze
Price: $95
An Aegean Escape through Vibrant Small Plates. Take a trip to the Mediterranean with this lively Greek mezze experience. Learn how to balance fresh herbs, zesty cheeses, and bold spices to create a stunning spread perfect for entertaining.
What's Cooking:
  • Flaming Saganaki with Homemade Pita
  • Golden Spanakopita with Herbed Feta
  • Lamb Koftas with Green Garlic Yoghurt Sauce and Greek Potato Salad with Lemon, Olives, and Herbs
  • Nut-Free Baklava
Friday, May 15th, 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Appy Hour - Chinese Dumplings
Price: $55
Roll, fill, and fold your way through this interactive dumpling-making experience. Start with a bright Chinese vegetable pickle salad, then learn to craft homemade dough and create a variety of dumplings—shrimp, chicken, pork, and vegetable—paired with bold, flavorful dipping sauces. A hands-on class that's as fun as it is delicious.
What's Cooking:
  • Chef-Prepared Arrival Snack: Chinese Vegetable Pickle Salad
  • Assorted Shrimp, Chicken, Pork and Vegetable Dumplings and Dips with Homemade Dough
Thursday, May 21st, 6 - 9 pm
Night Out - Thai Seafood Delicacies
Price: $95
Fresh Flavors from Thailand's Coastline. Explore Thailand's vibrant seafood traditions, where the sea meets spice. You'll prepare aromatic, colorful dishes that are both light and deeply flavourful.
What's Cooking:
  • Lemongrass-Infused Mussels in Coconut Broth
  • Whole Grilled Fish with Sweet Tamarind Glaze
  • Thai Pineapple Fried Rice with Toasted Seeds and Aromatics
  • Creamy Coconut Ice Cream with Toasted Coconut Topping
Friday, May 22nd, 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Appy Hour - Vietnamese Faves: Fresh and Aromatic
Price: $55
Dive into the bright, fragrant world of Vietnamese cuisine in this fresh and flavorful hands-on class. Start with a crisp green papaya salad, then build a deeply aromatic pho from scratch—layering herbs, spices, and rich broth for the ultimate comfort bowl, with a delicious vegetarian option available.
What's Cooking:
  • Chef-Prepared Arrival Snack: Green Papaya Salad
  • Pho Bo (Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup) (Vegetarian option available)
Private Events & Corporate Team Building
Transform your next gathering into a memorable culinary adventure with our customizable cooking events. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, corporate team building, and holiday parties.
  • In-person interactive cooking experiences
  • Team Building activities woven into cooking challenges
  • The most memorable birthday party (ages 3 and up!)
  • Girls night out/night out with friends
  • Your night out, full meal and entertainment are all in one place.
  • *Virtual cooking events are also available, nationwide
  • We create delicious memories, for all occasions!
Gift Cards
The perfect gift for any foodie!
  • Gift cards are available for cooking classes, private chef at home events, or in the amount of your choice.
  • Ideal for birthdays, wedding gifts, anniversaries, shower gifts, Christmas and all holidays, retirement and thank you's!
  • Editable gift cards are sent via email within 24 hours of purchase
Private Chef & Catering Services
Restaurant Experience at Home
Enjoy exceptional cuisine prepared in the comfort of your home or event venue by our professional chefs. Take your time and enjoy your own wine. When the meal is over, our team will leave everything spotless and you'll already be at home!
Customized Menus
Tailored to your preferences and dietary needs with local, seasonal ingredients. Get creative with our culinary team and plan a custom menu and experience that will have your guests talking about it for months!
Professional Service
Choose fully-catered, demonstrative, or interactive experiences for any occasion. Our team takes care of everything, including procuring high quality ingredients, setting the table, cooking, serving, and ensuring a spotliess kitchen. Sit back and relax… we've got you!
Testimonials & Media Features
"The most fun team building experience we've ever had! Our colleagues are still talking about it months later. The chefs were knowledgeable, entertaining, and patient with our varying skill levels."
— Sarah Johnson, Marketing Director
Media Recognition
Featured in culinary blogs, local news, and social media for our innovative approach to cooking education.
Customer Satisfaction
Over 95% of our clients rate their experience as "exceptional" and recommend us to friends and family.
Corporate Success
Trusted by Fortune 500 companies for team building events that blend culinary skills with collaboration.
Contact & Booking Information
Visit Us
The Foodie Labs
515 22nd St S, Suite 130
St. Petersburg, FL 33712, United States
Contact Us
Phone: 727-870-9221
Email: hello@thechefupstairs.com