Overview
Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class and home cooked meal with your host Joe in the comfort of your own residence. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food.
Joe brings a diversity of culinary experiences unseen before in a local New Zealand chef – he was crowned Chef of the Year in 2013 specializing in Oriental cuisine in the UK, and awarded the privilege of overseeing the Relais and Chateaux Kitchen as sous chef.
Joe is passionate about sharing his deep culinary knowledge to create fun and relaxing dining experiences for his guests. Joe's cooking focuses on gastronomic fusion delivered in a down-to-earth, socially interactive, and family friendly setting. Most of all, Joe loves creating memories with travelers from all over the world. He looks forward to teaching you and introducing you to the flavors of the region.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Home cooked meal
Post cooking clean up
Gratuities
Private cooking class with your personal chef Joe
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Your personal chef Joe will meet you directly at your residence in Waipawa. Please include your exact address in your booking.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Meet your host directly at his home.
Address: 45 Ireland Road, Waipawa, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
Here is a google maps link to the house: https://goo.gl/maps/45pLWwWhGd42
You can contact Joe at +64 21 022 48005 or via email at joe_v80@hotmail.com with any questions.
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Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals, in their homes. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food.
Contact us at reservations@travelingspoon.com if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above.
We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!
What to expect
This is a unique opportunity to have an award winning chef help you explore traditional culture and cuisine in the convenience of your own home or vacation residence. Joe will join you in your kitchen and teach you to cook local gourmet dishes with style, all while having fun.
You will receive a recipe file of the dishes you make as well as your own apron for you to take home. You will gain valuable knowledge and tips that Joe honed during his professional cooking career which will be invaluable for you in the kitchen. Your hands-on local cooking class will involve learning how to cook three of Joe’s most famous dishes, step by step.
The cooking lesson will last about an hour. At the end of your cooking experience, take a seat at the table and share the meal you prepared together. This is a personal chef experience - please ensure that your kitchen is equipped with cooking and serving utensils. If not, please let Joe know and he can try to bring his own.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Auckland).
Additional Information
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 2 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Cooking Class with Chef of the Year in Hawke’s Bay at Your Residence
Can I cancel Private Cooking Class with Chef of the Year in Hawke’s Bay at Your Residence for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
Your personal chef Joe will meet you directly at your residence in Waipawa. Please include your exact address in your booking.
What's included?
- Home cooked meal
- Post cooking clean up
- Gratuities
- Private cooking class with your personal chef Joe
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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