Cooking Class: Holiday Cookies – Bake, Decorate & Create at Maricel’s Kitchen – East Brunswick, NJ

Holiday Cookies 101: Bake, Decorate & Create with Chef Carla

✨ Class Description:

Ready to bake your holiday cookkies like a pro? Join Chef Carla for Cookies 101, a hands-on beginner-friendly class that’s perfect for aspiring bakers of all ages. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to sharpen your skills, this sweet session will teach you everything you need to know to make and decorate cookies with confidence.

‍ What You’ll Learn:

• How to make sugar cookies, chocolate chip, and a gluten-free option from scratch
• The role of key ingredients (and a few fun surprises!)
• How to make and use royal icing
• Basic piping and decorating techniques to wow your friends and family
• Essential tools, helpful websites, and cookie tips every baker should know

You’ll go home with recipes, knowledge, and your own cookie creations to enjoy—and the confidence to keep baking at home!

Heads up: We’ll be on our feet most of the time, so wear comfy shoes! Let us know about any allergies when booking.

️ Limited spots available—reserve yours today and take the first step toward cookie mastery!

If you are redeeming a gift certificate, please call or text us at 732-497-2698 to reserve your place. You can also email us at info@maricelskitchen.com

Hands on Cooking made Fun and Easy!

Discover the Joy of Cooking with Maricel’s Classes – Fun, Easy, and Interactive!

Duration & Format: Dive into 2.5 hours of engaging, hands-on cooking. Perfect for any experience level, from beginners to seasoned chefs.

Interactive Learning: Experience the excitement of learning and applying new flavors and techniques. Our classes are fully interactive, ensuring you’re both learning and doing.

Enjoy Your Creations: After cooking, take a seat and relish the meals you’ve crafted. It’s a rewarding opportunity to taste your own creations.

Take-Home Delights: Not only will you enjoy your meal in class, but there’ll also be plenty of food to take home and enjoy later.

Refreshments Included: Soft drinks are on us! Feel free to BYOB if you like..

Dietary Accommodations: Have specific dietary needs? Let us know in advance. We’re here to make sure your cooking experience meets your personal requirements.

Join us at Maricel’s Classes for an easy, enjoyable cooking journey. Cooking is made simple and delightful for everyone!

Grateful for 5-Star Reviews: Cooking, Friendship, and Gratitude

Chef’s Tables, Catering, Cooking Classes, Team Building, and Speciality Events

Maricel’s Kitchen is New Jersey’s premier culinary experience destination and can cater to all your culinary needs and is a unique culinary venue in New Jersey.

Elevate Your Special Occasions: Planning a wedding, corporate team building, intamate affair, group outing, or a special celebration? Let Maricel’s Kitchen elevate your event, promising an unforgettable culinary experience.Our Chef’s Table events offers an intimate and exclusive culinary experience; click here to check the upcoming schedule.Our diverse cooking classes include Filipino, Thai, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, Vegetarian, Keto, Gluten Free, Baking, and more. Click here for schedule.

Culinary Innovation and Tradition: Maricel’s passion for cooking shines through every dish served and taught. Her expertise ensures that each meal is not just prepared, but is crafted with the utmost care, celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures and tastes.

Book Your Event Today: Contact Maricel’s Kitchen at (732) 497-2698 to discuss how we can make your next event spectacular with our top-tier culinary offerings.

Let Maricel’s Kitchen be the heart and soul of your next event, where tradition meets culinary innovation—right here in New Jersey.

Give the Gift of Gourmet with a Gift Card

Gift the joy of culinary exploration with Maricel’s Kitchen gift cards! Perfect for any occasion, these cards can be used across our services:

• Cooking Classes: Hands-on lessons in diverse cuisines.
• Chef’s Table Events: Exclusive dining experiences.
• Catering Services: Customizable menus for any event.
• Maricel’s Retail: Unique culinary products.

We offer both physical gift cards available for purchase in-store and digital gift cards that can be bought online by following this link.Redeem Your Gift Card: To use your gift card for cooking classes or any of our services, please call us at (732) 497-2698 or email info@maricelskitchen.com to manually reserve your spot.

Yes, We Do Private Cooking Classes!

Discover a unique and enjoyable way to celebrate or collaborate with Maricel’s Kitchen private cooking classes. Whether it’s for corporate team building, board meetings, sales meetings, bachelorette parties, birthdays, anniversaries, or any special gathering, our private classes provide a memorable and interactive experience.

• Event Types: Ideal for corporate events, celebrations, or just a fun gathering.
• Group Size: Accommodating groups from 10 to 30 participants.
• Customizable Menus: Tailor-made menus to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.

Private cooking classes at Maricel’s Kitchen are the perfect blend of fun and creativity for any occasion! Call us at (732) 497-2698 or email info@maricelskitchen.com to discuss your event.

Maricel’s Simply Asian Cookbook: A Journey Through Filipino, Cantonese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Korean Recipes for Every Day

Bring the Flavors of Asia into Your Kitchen

You want to cook Asian dishes at home—authentic, delicious, and doable. But most recipes online feel too complicated, or worse, inauthentic.

That’s why Chef Maricel Gentile created Maricel’s Simply Asian Cookbook—to be your guide.

In this beautifully photographed, easy-to-follow cookbook, Maricel brings you everyday recipes from Filipino, Cantonese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Korean cuisines. Inspired by her journey from her Lola’s kitchen in Manila to running her own award-winning kitchen in New Jersey, every recipe is packed with heart, heritage, and flavor.

✅ Step-by-step recipes with accessible ingredients✅ Tips from Maricel’s professional experience and family traditions✅ Cook with confidence and bring joy to your table Ready to start your journey? Click here order your copy today.Let’s cook something beautiful together.

Meet Chef Carla – founder of Busy Bee Creations CakesChef Carla is the amazing chef behind Busy Bee Creations, one of the most sought after bakers in our area. This is your chance to learn from an artist whose cakes, cookies, and cupcakes “are fabulous works of art. It’s almost a shame to eat them, except for the fact that they are absolutely delicious.”

Check out Busy Bee Creations Cakes

Don’t miss out – classes fill up fast ️Book Your Tickets Now!