Cleaver & Clove

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(3 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
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205-391-7678
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About The Business

Cleaver & Clove offers a variety of hands-on cooking classes designed for individuals and groups in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The classes cover a range of cuisines and cooking techniques, welcoming participants of different skill levels. They provide an interactive environment where guests can learn new recipes and culinary fundamentals directly from a professional chef.

The class schedule includes public sessions open to everyone, featuring popular themes like date nights and explorations of international flavors such as Italian, Thai, and Mexican cuisine. Beyond public classes, Cleaver & Clove also hosts private events, including corporate team building, special occasions for couples, and celebrations like birthdays and bridal parties. They also offer specific programs for younger cooks, such as kids’ classes and summer camps.

Located inside Sweetthang’s Bakery, Cleaver & Clove focuses on creating enjoyable and educational experiences in the kitchen. Participants actively engage in the cooking process, preparing dishes from start to finish under guidance. The establishment welcomes guests to bring their own beverages to enjoy during the class.

Location & Hours

Cleaver & Clove

studio inside Sweetthang’s Bakery, 305 21st Ave Suite C2, Tuscaloosa, 35401

205-391-7678

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Additional Information

Class types:

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

Age groups:

Kids, Adults

Skill level:

Beginner, All levels

Class themes:

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

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking class

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