Culinary and Hospitality Center

5
(7 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
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630-942-2800
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About The Business

The Culinary and Hospitality Center at the College of DuPage is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to culinary arts and hospitality education. It provides students with comprehensive training through degree and certificate programs, preparing them for careers in the food service and hospitality industries. The center features professional-grade kitchens, bakeshops, a culinary amphitheater, and a student-run restaurant, offering practical experience in a real-world setting.

Beyond its academic programs, the center extends its offerings to the wider community through College of DuPage Continuing Education. This program features a variety of cooking and culinary classes designed for individuals of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to more experienced home cooks. These classes cover diverse topics and cuisines, providing opportunities for personal enrichment and skill development.

The Continuing Education culinary classes include options for kids, teens, and adults, with formats ranging from single-session workshops focusing on specific techniques or dishes to multi-week series exploring broader subjects like baking or international cuisines. The facility’s resources and the range of classes available make it a central point for culinary learning in the area.

Location & Hours

Culinary and Hospitality Center

College of Dupage, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, 60137

630-942-2800

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Additional Information

Class types:

Kids’ classes, Multi-session course, Unspecified

Age groups:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Italian, Mexican, Thai, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Healthy Cooking, Baking, Pastry, Holiday Cooking, Wine Pairing, Cocktail Mixing, Unspecified

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on, Unspecified

Teacher credentials:

Unspecified

Class types:

Culinary institute

Class duration:

Single-sessions, Multi-week series, Unspecified

BYOB allowed?

Not 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