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Interactive Culinary Studio - Cooking Classes - Private Events - Meal Preparation - Catering - All Ag

Interactive Cooking Studio - Cooking Classes - Private Events - Meal Preparation - Catering - All Ages

09/25/2026

Asking Chef Julian to choose just one favourite dish was our first mistake. 😂

Now for the difficult question: curry or pho? 🤔

09/24/2026

Dinner indeed smells amazing 😅

09/23/2026

Kinda chic to become the person who can actually make their favourite restaurant dishes. 👩‍🍳

Roll the dough, prep the ingredients, learn the techniques, and enjoy a meal made entirely by you, with guidance from our professional chefs.

Join our cooking classes at The Chef Upstairs and turn your usual order into your newest skill.

Explore upcoming classes at thechefupstairs.com.

09/22/2026

The countdown is officially on!

Our Kids & Teens Fall Cooking Sessions begin this week, and there are only a few spots left to join us.

Over six weeks, young chefs will explore seasonal favourites and cuisines from around the world, making homemade buns, Greek classics, handmade pasta, Halloween treats, fresh tortillas, and more.

→ Kids
Saturdays: September 26 – November (Sold out)

→ Teens
Mondays: September 28 – November 9 (Vaughan)
Midtown: Sold out

👉 Check availability and save your child’s spot at thechefupstairs.com today!

09/21/2026

The best corporate events give your team more than a reason to leave the office.

At The Chef Upstairs, your group can cook together, connect naturally, enjoy a chef-led menu, and finish the experience by sharing the meal you created.

With customizable menus, optional drinks, and locations in Midtown Toronto and Vaughan, we’ll help make your next team event easy to plan and genuinely fun to attend.

Explore your options and book early at thechefupstairs.com.

09/18/2026

Just good food, great company, and a chef guiding you through every delicious step. No grocery shopping, no meal planning, just show up, cook, and enjoy.

Your next Saturday plan is waiting at thechefupstairs.com. 😉

09/17/2026

Turn the sound on. This is what good knife skills sound like. 😏

Want to sharpen your own kitchen skills?

Explore upcoming cooking classes at thechefupstairs.com.

09/16/2026

We teach cooking. The chaos is complimentary. 😂

Our upcoming Kids & Teens Fall Cooking Sessions will give young chefs the chance to learn real kitchen skills, try new recipes, and build confidence, while having a ridiculously good time doing it!

→ Kids
Saturdays: September 26 – November 7 (Midtown)
Midtown morning session: Sold out
Midtown afternoon session: Newly added, 1–3 PM

→ Teens
Mondays: September 28 – November 9 (Vaughan)
Midtown: Sold out

Save their spot at thechefupstairs.com!

09/15/2026

That’s the magic of cooking: every chop, stir, and sear leads to something worth sharing.

Ready to trust the process?

Explore upcoming classes at thechefupstairs.com.

09/14/2026

Apple season is here! 🍎

Bake them into desserts, sauté them for breakfast, or take them in a savoury direction alongside roasted vegetables and meats.

The trick starts with choosing the right apple and storing it properly.

Save this one for your next farmers’ market haul!

09/11/2026

POV: You traded the usual corporate event for one where everyone actually has fun. 👩‍🍳

Plan your next corporate event with us! Visit thechefupstairs.com to learn more.

09/10/2026

Fall plans, but make them delicious. 🍂

Trade the usual dinner reservation for a hands-on cooking class at The Chef Upstairs. Learn something new, cook alongside your favourite people, and sit down to enjoy everything you created.

Explore upcoming cooking classes at thechefupstairs.com.

09/09/2026

Team building works a little differently when everyone has an apron on. 👩‍🍳

Instead of another dinner where everyone stays in their usual groups, cooking gives your team a reason to collaborate, laugh, problem-solve, and connect naturally.

Then everyone sits down to enjoy what they created together.

From client events to team celebrations and corporate outings, we can build an experience around your group.

📍 Midtown Toronto & Vaughan

👉 Plan your next corporate cooking event at thechefupstairs.com

09/08/2026

Our Kids & Teens Fall Cooking Sessions turn time in the kitchen into something they’ll look forward to every week.

They’ll try new recipes, build practical skills, grow their confidence, and enjoy everything they create along the way.

Our Midtown kids session is officially sold out, but we’ve added a new afternoon session!

→ Kids
Saturdays: September 26 – November 7
Midtown: New session from 1–3 PM
Vaughan: Limited spaces still available

→ Teens
Mondays: September 28 – November 9 (Vaughan)
Tuesdays: September 29 – November 10 (Midtown)

Save their spot today at thechefupstairs.com!

09/07/2026

Today, we’re celebrating the people behind The Chef Upstairs!

The chefs who prep before guests arrive. The teams who set the table. The people teaching a young chef their first kitchen skill, creating a memorable night out, or preparing a meal that brings everyone together.

Great experiences don’t happen without great people behind them.

This Labour Day, we’re grateful for our team at The Chef Upstairs.

Happy Labour Day!

09/04/2026

We’re so ready for the long weekend 🥂😎

09/03/2026

Full of fresh ingredients, new cooking skills, and the delicious meal you just made. 😉

Consider this your sign to book a cooking class at The Chef Upstairs.

Explore upcoming classes at thechefupstairs.com.

09/02/2026

Meet Chef Harold. 👨‍🍳

With 13 years of experience as a instructor, he brings knowledge, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning into every class he leads.

From exploring new cuisines to sharing practical kitchen tips, like the easiest way to peel ginger, Chef Harold is always ready to help guests feel more confident in the kitchen.

Get to know the chef behind the apron.

09/01/2026

September is calling for something a little different!

Trade the usual dinner reservation for an evening spent cooking, learning, laughing, and sitting down to enjoy what you made.

Our September adult cooking calendar is filled with hands-on experiences across Midtown Toronto and Vaughan, with menus inspired by cuisines from around the world.

Whether you’re planning date night, getting friends together, or coming solo, there’s a seat at the table for you.

👉 Explore September classes and menus at thechefupstairs.com

08/31/2026

Missed Summer Camp? Good news... the cooking fun is still going 😎

Our six-week Fall Cooking Sessions are the perfect next adventure for kids and teens who love to cook (or are ready to discover they do!).

Each week, they’ll chop, mix, bake, and create delicious recipes from scratch while building real kitchen skills, confidence, independence, and new friendships along the way.

→ Kids
Saturdays: September 26 – November 7
Midtown Toronto & Vaughan

→ Teens
Mondays: September 28 – November 9 (Vaughan)
Tuesdays: September 29 – November 10 (Midtown)

Save their spot at thechefupstairs.com before we sell out!

08/28/2026

The best dinner parties are remembered for the conversations, the laughter, and how effortless the evening felt.

With our Private Chef at Home experience, we handle the menu, cooking, service, and cleanup so you can enjoy every moment with your guests.

Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, housewarmings, or simply gathering with the people you love.

Available throughout Toronto and the GTA
✨ Learn more at thechefupstairs.com

08/27/2026

The best connections happen outside the office!

Bring your team together for a hands-on cooking experience filled with collaboration, friendly competition, great food and plenty of laughs. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or simply giving everyone a chance to reconnect, we’ll help you create an event they’ll talk about long after the last plate is served.

Corporate cooking events are available at our Midtown Toronto and Vaughan locations.

Plan your next team experience at thechefupstairs.com.

08/26/2026

Cooking doesn’t stop when summer ends!

Our 6-week kids & teens fall cooking sessions are just around the corner and they are packed with new recipes, seasonal favourites, and hands-on kitchen skills for kids and teens.

Young chefs will learn to make everything from homemade buns and handmade pasta to Greek classics, Halloween treats, and fresh tortillas from scratch.

→ Kids
Saturdays: September 26 – November 7
Midtown Toronto & Vaughan

→ Teens
Mondays: September 28 – November 9 (Vaughan)
Tuesdays: September 29 – November 10 (Midtown)

Save their spot at thechefupstairs.com!

08/25/2026

Chef Harold knows his ingredients, but can he recognize them without seeing them? 👀

From fresh dill to capers and a few unexpected flavours, Chef Julian put his palate to the ultimate blind tasting test.

Watch to see how he did, and tell us which ingredient would have fooled you!

08/24/2026

Summer isn’t over yet. ☀️

There’s still time to slow down, try something new, and make memories around the table with the people who matter most.

What’s still on your summer bucket list? 👇

P.S. Looking for one more unforgettable experience before summer ends? Join us for a hands-on cooking class in Midtown Toronto or Vaughan.

Browse our upcoming classes at thechefupstairs.com.

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