First Class Cooking

5
(16 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
415-573-2453
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About The Business

First Class Cooking is a culinary establishment located in San Francisco, California, specializing in providing interactive cooking experiences. The business offers a variety of public cooking classes designed for individuals and small groups looking to explore different cuisines and techniques. These classes are typically hands-on, allowing participants to actively engage in the cooking process under the guidance of experienced instructors.

In addition to public offerings, First Class Cooking caters to private events. They host corporate team building activities, date nights for couples, and other celebratory gatherings. These private sessions provide a personalized cooking experience tailored to the specific needs and preferences of the group.

The curriculum covers a wide range of culinary themes, from international cuisines like Italian, French, and Thai, to specific skills such as pasta making, bread baking, and knife techniques. Classes are structured to be accessible, welcoming participants of all skill levels to learn and enjoy the art of cooking in a social and engaging environment.

Location & Hours

First Class Cooking

1 Bluxome St, San Francisco, 94107

415-573-2453

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Hours
Mon
9AM-9PM
Tue
9AM-9:30PM
Wed
9AM-9:30PM
Thu
9AM-9:30PM
Fri
9AM-5PM
Sat
12-5PM
Sun
12-9PM

Additional Information

Class types:

Date night, Couples, Corporate events, Team-building

Age groups:

Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Italian, French, Japanese, Thai, Mexican, Mediterranean, Spanish, Indian, Vietnamese, Middle Eastern, Pasta Making, Dumpling Making, Bread Making, Knife Skills, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Sauces & Stocks, Seafood

Class sizes:

7–15 people

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking school

Class duration:

Single-sessions

BYOB allowed?

Allowed

First Class Cooking 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