Claremont Chef’s Academy

4.5
(42 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
909-625-7505
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About The Business

Claremont Chef’s Academy is a culinary school located in Claremont, California, dedicated to providing hands-on cooking experiences for individuals and groups. The establishment offers a variety of classes and events aimed at teaching participants how to prepare diverse dishes and develop culinary skills in a fun and interactive setting. The focus is on learning by doing, guided by experienced instructors.

The academy caters to a wide audience, offering specialized classes for adults, including popular date night and couples’ classes, as well as options for corporate team-building events and private parties. They also have extensive programming for younger aspiring chefs, with dedicated kids’ classes and multi-day cooking camps offered during school breaks. The curriculum covers a broad spectrum of global cuisines and cooking techniques, from fundamental knife skills and pasta making to exploring flavors from Italy, France, Asia, and beyond.

Classes are designed to be accessible to various skill levels, encouraging everyone from beginners to more experienced home cooks to join. The environment is structured to facilitate active participation, allowing students to gain practical experience directly in the kitchen. For adult classes, guests are welcome to bring their own wine or beer to enjoy with the meal they prepare, adding to the social aspect of the cooking experience. The academy aims to inspire confidence and creativity in the kitchen for all ages.

Location & Hours

Claremont Chef’s Academy

514 W 1st St, Claremont, 91711

909-625-7505

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Hours
Mon
3:30-8PM
Tue
3-6PM
Wed
3:30-8PM
Thu
3-8PM
Fri
5-8PM
Sat
11AM-6PM
Sun
11AM-6PM

Additional Information

Class types:

Date night, Couples, Corporate events, Team-building, Kids’ classes, Multi-session course

Age groups:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Italian, French, Japanese, Thai, Mexican, Mediterranean, Spanish, Baking, Pastry, Bread Making, Sushi Making, Pasta Making, Knife Skills, Healthy Cooking, Holiday Cooking, BBQ/Grilling, Sauces & Stocks

Class sizes:

7–15 people, 15+ people

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking school

Class duration:

Single-sessions, Multi-week series

BYOB allowed?

Allowed

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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