Casa Pelican B&B and Cooking School, 70114, New Orleans

Get Directions 712 Pelican Ave, New Orleans, 70114

About The Business

Casa Pelican is a bed and breakfast located in the historic Algiers Point neighborhood of New Orleans. It provides lodging options for guests visiting the area.

In addition to accommodation, Casa Pelican operates a cooking school focused on authentic Louisiana cuisine. Classes are designed to be hands-on experiences where participants learn to prepare classic dishes from the region. The school offers public classes on a regular schedule as well as options for private events.

The cooking school is led by Chef Adolfo Garcia. Classes often feature small group sizes, typically accommodating around 6 to 8 people, allowing for personal interaction and guidance. The program caters to various events including corporate team building and private parties, providing a culinary activity for groups. Participants learn techniques for preparing local specialties and enjoy the meal they have cooked together at the end of the session.

Location & Hours

Casa Pelican B&B and Cooking School

712 Pelican Ave, New Orleans, 70114

504-210-5011

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Hours

Mon

9AM-5PM

Tue

9AM-5PM

Wed

9AM-5PM

Thu

9AM-5PM

Fri

9AM-5PM

Sat

9AM-5PM

Sun

9AM-5PM

Additional Information

Class types:

Corporate events, Team-building, Date night, Couples

Age groups:

Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Cajun/Creole, Seafood, Sauces & Stocks

Class sizes:

4–6 people, 7–15 people

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking school

Class duration:

Single-sessions

BYOB allowed?

Allowed

Casa Pelican B&B and Cooking School Reviews

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Avoid Gather & Forge – My Experience with Their Private Chef Services

September 12, 2025

I don’t usually write negative reviews, but I wanted to share my experience in case it helps someone else avoid the same mistake.

I hired Gather & Forge well in advance to provide a great private dining experience for guests I had flown in from across the country—two nights in a row. Both nights were a letdown.

The chef showed up 45 minutes to an hour late each night.

The food wasn’t hot. It came out lukewarm or even cool.

The quality of the meal didn’t justify the price. Honestly, I’d say the value was maybe 60% of what we paid.

I gave them plenty of chances to make it right, but they had no interest in doing so. As much as I think Brandon (the chef) worked hard, the overall service just didn’t live up to the cost or the expectations.

Bottom line: Gather & Forge is overpriced, underdelivers, and doesn’t seem to care about customer satisfaction. I really wanted this to be a great experience, but I would never use them again and highly discourage anyone from booking them for private chef services.

Clay

Fabulous venue for events & Italian cooking classes!

August 25, 2025

Our BYOB wine group had an amazing experience Saturday night at A Taste of Milan in the Southside with Chef Sidney and Katie! We learned how to make home made pasta and enjoyed her family recipes handed down from generations! Truly beyond 5 stars and it was a magical evening! Thank you Sidney and Katie –

Kim Marie Angiulli