The Chef Upstairs (2025)

07/05/2025

Calling all brides & besties! Ready to celebrate your bridal party in a seriously fun style this summer?
At The Chef Upstairs, we’ve got everything covered — from planning every detail with you to crafting a gourmet menu your crew will love. 😍
Whether you’re toasting at home or in our beautiful Midtown Toronto or Vaughan studios, we handle it all…ingredients, cooking, setup and cleanup.
So you can sip, laugh, and make memories, stress-free. Let’s make your bridal party unforgettable! 👰‍♀️🥂

05/05/2025

Feliz Cinco de Mayo! 🎉
We’re celebrating with flavour this year at The Chef Upstairs — and you can too! Whip up some crowd-pleasing Pico de Gallo, savoury Chicken Carnitas Tacos, and a refreshing Pina Colada Smoothie for the ultimate fiesta at home.
Here’s to good food, good vibes, and a little taste of Mexico right in your kitchen! 😉

02/05/2025

Cooking for a cause! At The Chef Upstairs, we believe in giving back through food — from teaching kids to care for their community to supporting meaningful local initiatives.💚
We’re so proud to host Get Fed Up again this year — an incredible event that brings the community together to fight food insecurity, in support of . Let’s make a difference, one meal at a time.
Head to the donation link in our bio, even $25 of your contribution is plenty to provide a meal for someone in need!

25/04/2025

Get Fed Up 2025: Cook for a Cause, Toronto! 💛

Love food and giving back? This is your moment. We’re bringing together chefs, food lovers, and changemakers to fight hunger with —one delicious meal at a time.

Read more on our latest blog at The Blog Upstairs. Get involved. Join the movement. Because no one in Toronto (or anywhere else!) should go hungry.

23/04/2025

Get Fed Up 2025—Here’s How YOU Can Help!
We’re teaming up with for an epic cook-off to fight hunger, and we need YOU to make a difference! 🙌
✅ Compete – Corporate teams, assemble! Turn this into the ultimate team-building challenge while giving back. Sponsor, cook, and make an impact!
✅ Volunteer – Calling all junior sous chefs! Kids can learn kitchen skills while helping the community in our special hands-on session.
When: Saturday May 24th | 11 AM - 5 PM
Where: Daily Bread Food Bank, 191 New Toronto St, Etobicoke
How: DM us or email [email protected] to sign up!

09/04/2025

Today, we’re dishing out 3 easy, kid-approved recipes straight from our own kitchen—perfect for your young chef to try at home!

Want them to go from snack scavenger to sous chef? This summer, let them stir, chop, and sauté their way to kitchen confidence!

Our kids & teens summer cooking camps kick off June 23 for 10 delicious weeks ➡️book one week or all.

07/04/2025

Get Ready to Get Fed Up 2025! 🍳

We’re teaming up with for an epic cook-off to fight hunger! Join us on Saturday, June 1st, from 11 AM to 5 PM at the Daily Bread Food Bank’s kitchen (191 New Toronto Street, Etobicoke).

Want to make a difference? Here’s how:
✅ Compete – Calling all corporate teams! Turn this into the ultimate team-building challenge while supporting a great cause. Sponsor, cook, and give back!
✅ Volunteer – Little chefs, step up! Our junior sous chef session is the perfect way for kids to learn kitchen skills and help their community.

DM us or email [email protected] to get involved!
Let’s cook, compete, and come together to fight hunger—one delicious bite at a time.

04/04/2025

If your current cooking skills are stuck at “boiling pasta water” level, we’ve got you covered! 😉

Our April adult cooking classes are here, and it’s your time to shine.
✅ Learn new skills
✅ Enjoy great company
✅ Master a meal that’ll impress your family & friends!

Spots are filling fast—sign up now.

03/04/2025

Tired of the dinner table standoffs? Imagine your kid actually excited about broccoli. 🤯

We know—it sounds wild. But here’s the secret: When kids cook, they taste. When they taste, they love! And suddenly, veggies aren’t the enemy—they’re a masterpiece.

Want to turn mealtime battles into kitchen wins? Check out our latest blog at The Blog Upstairs: “From Picky Eaters to Little Chefs.”

02/04/2025

Tired of seeing your kid glued to their phone? Hand them a spatula instead! Cooking isn’t just about food—it’s about confidence, creativity, and independence.

Here’s why every kid should know their way around the kitchen:
✅ Responsibility – They’ll take pride in their creations (and maybe even help with dinner 🙌).
✅ Healthy habits – Less junk food, more balanced meals. Win-win!
✅ Confidence booster – That “I made this!” moment is priceless.
✅ Teamwork & communication – Cooking = fewer sibling battles, more teamwork.
✅ Cultural curiosity – Exploring new cuisines = travelling the world without leaving home!

Ready to see your child shine in the kitchen? Our Kids & Teens spring cooking sessions round 2 are coming up next. Teens from April 1 - May 6 and kids from May 10- June 14.

28/03/2025

Cooking skills currently at “boiling pasta water” level? Let’s fix that.

Our April adult cooking classes are almost here, and it’s your time to shine (or at least not set off the smoke alarm).

Join us for good food, great company, and to perfect a meal to impress your family and friends. Sign up now—your future dinner guests will thank you! 😉

25/03/2025

🥳 Parents are raving about our Kids & Teens Summer Cooking Camp!

Let your child cook, create, and bring home delicious memories. Summer camp starts June 23rd, and spots are already filling up!

Don’t miss out—sign up today. 🚀

18/03/2025

Hey, parents! Ready to trade “I’m hungry” for “I made this!”?

Our spring sessions for kids & teens are almost here, and your little chefs are about to level up their kitchen game! From slicing and dicing to whipping up drool-worthy dishes, they’ll gain real skills (and maybe even start helping at dinnertime 😉).

📅 Kids: March 22 - May 31 | Midtown & Vaughan
📅 Teens: March 24 - May 5 | Midtown & Vaughan

Limited spots remain—sign them up and let’s get cooking!

12/03/2025

Why should your kids join our cooking camp this summer? Let’s dish it out!

✅ Hands-On & Interactive – Less screen time, more kitchen fun! Kids dive into real cooking, learning by doing.

✅ Confidence Booster – Watch them beam with pride as they whip up their own delicious creations.

✅ A Flavor Adventure – From homemade pasta to global eats, every day is a new taste experience!

✅ Personalized Guidance – Our chefs don’t just teach—they mentor, support, and inspire.

✅ Friendship & Fun – Team up, cook together, and make memories (and meals!) to last a lifetime.

Don’t miss out—spots are already filling up! Sign up today for a summer full of fun, food, and fantastic skills. Summer camp starts June 23rd onwards.

06/03/2025

Winter hibernation mode: off. Spring cooking fun: on!

Our Spring cooking classes for kids and teens are the perfect mix of fun, learning, and deliciousness! From baking sweet treats to whipping up dishes from around the world, there’s something for every little chef.

Spots fill up fast—classes start March 22nd. Let’s go! 🚀

**100% nut and peanut free**

05/03/2025

Toronto, spice up your evening at The Chef Upstairs!

Join us for one-of-a-kind culinary experiences where food, fun, and flavour come together. Here’s what coming up next:

✨ Dinner & Dancing – A lively Dominican Bachata night paired with authentic Dominican cuisine.
🍸 Sip & Savour – Shake things up with a mixology & cooking experience in our La Vie en Rose class.
🍛 Exclusive Chef Spotlight – Dive into the rich flavours of Indian Thali with Chef Obadiah Sahu in this special dining event.

Whether you’re here to sharpen your skills or just enjoy great food & company, these events are one of a kind in Toronto. Bring your friends, grab a glass of wine, and let’s get cooking! 🍷🔥

03/03/2025

March break cooking camps are incoming!

Let your little chef whisk, chop, and sauté their way through an unforgettable week of hands-on cooking fun!

📍 Vaughan: March 10-14, 2025
📍 Midtown: March 17-21, 2025

🥞 Monday – Canadiana: Pancakes, grilled cheese & maple scones!
🌮 Tuesday – Mexican Classics: Burritos, quesadillas & Tres Leches cake!
🍕 Wednesday – Exploring Pizza Dough: Frittatas, homemade pizza & focaccia to take home! 🍣 Thursday – Japanese Sushi Bar: Crepes, sushi rolling & chocolate-dipped fruit!
🏆 Friday – IRON CHEF DAY: Kids & chefs team up for an epic kitchen showdown!

Spots are filling up fast—secure yours today and let’s get cooking. 🥳

25/02/2025

Don’t miss out on the tastiest week of the year for kids and teens! 🧑‍🍳 Get ready for a fun-filled, hands-on cooking experience where your little chefs will learn to make delicious dishes, all while having the time of their lives.

👉 When: March 10th-14th
📍Where: Midtown Toronto & Vaughan

🔥 Spots are filling up – secure yours today at thechefupstairs.com

20/02/2025

Get ready for a summer filled with adventure, creativity, and delicious fun at The Chef Upstairs! ☀️

Our Kids & Teens Summer Camp is the perfect place for budding chefs to unleash their culinary skills. From exciting kitchen challenges to tasty creations, every session is designed to inspire and ignite a passion for cooking!

Join us for unforgettable experiences, make new friends, and learn all the secrets to becoming a kitchen superstar! 🎉

📅 Check out our schedule and sign up today at thechefupstairs.com – let’s make this summer one to remember… Camps are sure to sell out!

17/02/2025

March Break = cepic food adventures! 🌟

This year, we’re turning March Break into a taste of something amazing! From crafting gourmet sandwiches to mastering mini pizzas and baking the perfect cookies, our March Break camp is packed with fun, flavour, and hands-on learning.

Swipe to see some of the delicious recipes your little chefs will be making – because why should kids have all the fun? 😝

🎉 Spots are filling up fast, so grab your spot today at thechefupstairs.com!

14/02/2025

Happy Valentine’s Day from The Chef Upstairs! 💘

Whether you’re celebrating with your favourite person or treating yourself, today is all about love, laughter, and of course, delicious food. Wishing you a day filled with heartwarming moments and sweet treats!

11/02/2025

Adults having fun? In a cooking class? Absolutely! 🔥

Our adult cooking classes are where great food meets even better vibes. From perfecting pasta to mastering a mean stir-fry, it’s all about good times, big laughs, and even bigger flavours.

Ready for your next adventure? Book a cooking class at thechefupstairs.com today. Hurry - classes sell out fast 😉

10/02/2025

Cook up some romance this Valentine’s Day! 💕

Join us for our Valentine’s Cooking Classes all weekend long, where love is the secret ingredient! Whip up delicious dishes together, share some laughs, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Don’t miss out on the fun—grab your partner (or your bestie!) and reserve your spot now! 🍽️

07/02/2025

🏈Super Bowl Sunday is almost here, and it’s time to gear up for the ultimate snack attack! Whether you’re cheering for your team or just in it for the food (we feel you!), we’ve got you covered with delicious snack recipes with a Canadian maple twist that are sure to score big! 😋

Ready to tackle snack time like a pro? Swipe to check out our easy recipes and get your game day menu rolling!

05/02/2025

Sharpen your skills and dive into the essentials! 🔪
Our January session sold out so don’t miss our March 23rd start date!

In our 101 Cooking classes, you’ll master knife skills, create rich stocks, soups & sauces, discover Italian cooking secrets, and learn the art of butchery with fish and chicken.

Ready to cook like a pro? Book your class today at thechefupstairs.com.

The Chef Upstairs