Culinary Concepts AB

5
(27 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
434-218-2637
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About The Business

Culinary Concepts AB is a cooking school located in Charlottesville, Virginia, dedicated to teaching the art of cooking. The establishment provides a range of culinary experiences designed for individuals and groups, focusing on practical learning in a kitchen setting.

The school offers public cooking classes covering various cuisines and techniques. In addition to public sessions, they also provide specialized classes and events, including private parties, corporate team-building activities, date night classes, and classes specifically designed for children. These hands-on classes typically last between two and three hours and are structured to welcome participants of all skill levels, from beginners to more experienced home cooks.

The curriculum features diverse culinary themes, such as Italian, French, Thai, Mexican, and Mediterranean cuisines, as well as specific skills like baking, knife skills, and making pasta. Classes are led by experienced chefs. Public classes generally accommodate medium-sized groups. The school allows guests to bring their own beverages to enjoy during the class.

Location & Hours

Culinary Concepts AB

2041 Barracks Rd, Charlottesville, 22903

434-218-2637

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Hours
Mon
9AM-5PM
Tue
10AM-6PM
Wed
11AM-6PM
Thu
10AM-6PM
Fri
11AM-6PM
Sat
11AM-6PM
Sun
Closed

Additional Information

Class types:

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

Age groups:

Kids, Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Italian, French, Thai, Mexican, Mediterranean, Baking, Knife Skills, Seafood, Comfort Food, Holiday Cooking, Sauces & Stocks, Pasta Making

Class sizes:

7–15 people

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking school

Class duration:

Single-sessions

BYOB allowed?

Allowed

Culinary Concepts AB 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