The best place in metropolitan Phoenix - Scottsdale for a hands-on cooking experience.


"Dear Miss Manners:
When a multistory sandwich is served, such as a club sandwich, and it is held together with frilled toothpicks, what do you do with the toothpicks?"

"Gentle Reader:
You take them out of the sandwich. What did you think: you eat them?"


FAQs about all AndyFood Cooking Classes

  • Everyone gets a copy of the menu and the recipes.
  • The class will start with a demonstration of techniques necessary to make their lesson du jour - approximately 30 minutes.
  • Classes last about 3 hours - some groups stay longer, socializing and nibbling the food they've made.
  • During the demonstration an appetizer will be served (Chef's choice).
  • We always serve infused/flavored water. (Flavoring ingredients vary with season and availability).
  • Coffee is always brewed upon request.
  • Substitutions due to dietary restrictions can usually be made with advance notice.
  • We will try to accommodate last-minute registrations - but we cannot guarantee their inclusion. Additions to the head-count less than seven days before the class are subject to a late fee.
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  • Alcoholic Beverages: You may bring your own beer and wine - and we have wine glasses and corkscrews. No additional fee is charged. During hands-on classes no alcoholic beverages may be opened or consumed until after the hands-on part of the class has been completed.
  • For very large groups we suggest repeating the same class - on 2 or more consecutive days or at 2 different times the same day.


FAQs about Private Cooking Classes

Pricing for Parties and Teambuilding

  • Cost is based on a minimum class size of 12 persons. Smaller classes are always an option; the cost for smaller classes is the same as for 12.

Class Size

  • Hands-on classes: up to 36 persons with most menus.
  • Demonstration classes: up to 40 persons with most menus.

General Private Class Info

  • We have aprons for those who want to protect their clothing. (New "take-home" AndyFood aprons can be purchased for each student for an additional charge. We need 2-3 weeks notice for aprons).
  • Service is usually buffet-style. The food is garnished and set out in the kitchen area. This gives everyone an opportunity to see the feast they’ve just helped make.
  • For hands-on classes, wear comfortable shoes. Wear clothing that is kitchen-friendly (no long baggy sleeves, etc.)
  • Let your guests know they'll be in a kitchen cooking - even if you choose to keep some of the details a secret.
  • Let the chef know if you or your guests have any food allergies.


Private Class Payment and Cancellation Policy

A 50% nonrefundable deposit is required to schedule a class. The balance is due 30 days before the event and is nonrefundable. A final head-count and payment for any additional attendees is due 7 days before the event. Classes scheduled less than 14 days before the event require full, nonrefundable payment when booked.

Thank you for understanding the necessity of our deposit and cancellation policy and the associated fees.

Optional Tastings – to add to a party or teambuilding

  • Salt Tasting - Andy has dozens of salts, and conducts a unique tasting that includes using dark chocolate. He has spoken about salt to culinary professionals and on the radio. $12 per person

  • Cheese Course - AndyFood will provide a selection of cheeses for your guests. Each guest will receive a beautifully arranged plate. $12 per person

  • Chocolate Tasting - You will be treated to a blind tasting of 9 to 10 chocolates. After rating the chocolates (based on color, taste, texture and flavor) you will learn the identity of each. The tasting includes a discussion of the history of chocolate and chocolate making. $15 per person



Interested in a small gift for your guests?

Aprons - "AndyFood" Aprons are great take-home souvenirs.
- $20 each plus tax (Generally we need 2 weeks notice to ensure availability.)

Box of Mexican Chocolate
- $10 per person




The art of a good meal.
AndyFood, A culinary studio
7000 East Shea Blvd. Suite 1740
Scottsdale, Arizona 85254
480-951-2400