Deelightful Roux School of Cooking

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(77 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
504-655-1195
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About The Business

Deelightful Roux School of Cooking is a culinary institution located in New Orleans, Louisiana, dedicated to teaching participants how to prepare authentic Louisiana cuisine, particularly Cajun and Creole dishes. Founded by Chef Dee, the school offers a range of cooking classes designed for both visitors and locals interested in learning the secrets behind iconic New Orleans flavors like gumbo, jambalaya, and etouffee.

The school provides a hands-on learning environment where participants actively engage in the cooking process under the guidance of Chef Dee. Classes cater to various interests and occasions, including public classes, private events, corporate team-building sessions, and date nights. They also offer special classes tailored for children, making it a family-friendly destination for culinary exploration.

In addition to its focus on New Orleans staples, the school may offer classes covering other culinary themes like Italian cuisine, baking, or brunch dishes. Classes are typically single-session experiences lasting a few hours, providing a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to specific cooking techniques and recipes. The school emphasizes creating a fun, interactive, and educational atmosphere where participants can gain confidence in the kitchen and enjoy the fruits of their labor.

Location & Hours

Deelightful Roux School of Cooking

1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, 70113

504-655-1195

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Hours
Mon
11AM-5PM
Tue
Closed
Wed
Closed
Thu
11AM-5PM
Fri
11AM-5PM
Sat
Closed
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:

Cajun/Creole, American Southern, Seafood, Italian, Baking, Breakfast & Brunch

Class sizes:

7–15 people

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking school

Class duration:

Single-sessions

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