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Kids Cooking Classes & Birthday Parties
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Hi Moms and Dads! Welcome to Mini Chef, a fun place for children to become young chefs. In a city filled with foodies who have no time to cook, we thought you might enjoy a little Mini Chef home cookin?. Proudly voted BEST ALL-INCLUSIVE BIRTHDAY PARTY by TIME OUT NY KIDS. Our cooking classes and birthday parties teach children of all ages how to cook. Our goal is not only to have fun with food but also to foster sharing, learning and social development through the hands-on activity of cooking. We offer a large and exciting variety of children cooking classes and birthday parties, with age-appropriate menus and activities.

MarkerMini Chef NYC

(212) 727-2703

270 West 17th Street, Suite #2A
New York, NY 10011

Editorial Description by Citysearch
Cooking school for tots housed at several New York City restaurants offers classes and parties where children learn to make their own edible treats.
Rated 9.4 out of 10 by Citysearch.

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5 Reviews by Citysearch: (read all 8 reviews on Citysearch)

Best Kids Party 5 Star Rating - World class

I recently had my sons 5th b-day party with Mini Chef.The party was absoultely awesome!!. I have gotten email after email from all the moms and have been told by all the mothers at school even one week later telling me that it was the best kids party ever!! We had 24 kids and make your own cupcakes. We also had facepainting and food for adults. The kids were laughing and entertained with huges smiles on their faces the entire party. A number of parents commented that there children dont usually participate at birthday parties and couldnt believe how much fun their children were having. The magician was fabulous. There was tons of staff to make sure all kids participated and no kid was left out. Alyssa was so professional and was patient with me and held my hand every step of the way. My husband cant stop raving about her. I plan to use you next year for my daughters birthday. I cant thank you enough Alyssa and Mini Chef for giving by son the party of his dreams. The only thing is I know Ill never top this party..
Marisa

Posted 06/18/08 at 6:28am

Ex-employees of Mini Chef writing negative reviews 5 Star Rating - World class

It is more than unfortunate when fired employees need to insult Mini Chef, its staff and the owner on the Citysearch website. Citysearch is a place where customers use reviews as a resource. Placing false reviews not only tries to discredit Mini Chef but also, discredits the Citysearch site. In over two years I am proud to say Mini Chef has never had a party like the one you describe below. To our fired employee: You were fired for your amateur work ethic, please find other things to do than write about Mini Chef.

Pros: Staff, Party, Fun, Organized
Cons: Fired employees writing negative reviews
Posted 05/31/08 at 10:55am

This is not the same old kids party that you have been to 50 times!!!! 5 Star Rating - World class

We had a cupcake baking party at Kelly & Peng for our son's 4th birthday. The restaurant space has a great vibe and as each child came to the party, a staff member put an apron on him, took him to wash his hands and seated him at the baking table. The kids loved mixing the ingredients and then had fun watching a magic show. My son, who is usually shy and not willing to participate, was hysterically laughing as were all the other kids. It was non stop laughter for the whole show. The staff was enthusiastic and helpful allowing parents to have coffee (in real mugs!!!) and snacks while the kids were entertained. Alyssa was very easygoing and even arranged to have kosher pizza to accomodate our needs. We all loved it!

Posted 12/27/07 at 12:05pm

Best 5 year old birthday party! 5 Star Rating - World class

I just had my 5 year old daughter's birthday party with Mini Chefs and it was the best party we ever had. Alyssa and her staff helped 25 kids make pizzas from scratch with traditional and special toppings like chocolate chips, marshmallows, pepperoni, peppers and the kids loved it! While the pizza baked, Alyssa arranged a magician to entertain the kids and the laughter was probably heard on the street. I have a shy little girl and she didn't stop smiling from beginning to end. Alyssa and her staff saw to it that every child was well attended and the adults had their own refreshments to keep them occupied. I would definitely recommend Mini Chefs and Alyssa to anyone without reservation!!

Posted 10/22/07 at 2:12pm

Great kids bday party & party space 5 Star Rating - World class

We had our daughter's 3rd bday party here and it was a great success. Alyssa and Alex are gracious and very accomodating, and the staff helpers are wonderful as well. Highly recommend the great garden space, it was organized and relaxed and everyone had alot of fun. We have taken classes here as well. Kudos Alyssa on your well deserved press and look forward to attending another class soon.

Pros: Organized, fun and great space
Posted 01/31/07 at 10:50am