Gather & Forge is a culinary establishment located in Austin, TX, dedicated to providing engaging cooking experiences. The business primarily functions as a cooking school, offering a variety of classes designed for different interests and skill levels. It aims to create enjoyable environments where participants can learn new culinary techniques and explore diverse flavors.
The establishment hosts a range of cooking classes, including scheduled public sessions, private events for groups, corporate team-building activities, and specialized classes for children. Classes are tailored for adult participants, with specific programs designed for kids. The curriculum covers a wide array of culinary topics and global cuisines, from classic Italian and French dishes to vibrant Asian flavors like Thai and Japanese, as well as baking and technical skills like knife work. Most classes are hands-on, encouraging active participation.
Classes are generally designed for medium to large-sized groups, fostering an engaging learning atmosphere. Instruction is provided by experienced culinary professionals. The sessions are typically single, focused experiences lasting around two to three hours. Pricing for public classes generally falls within a moderate to premium range. Participants are welcome to bring their own beverages to enjoy with their culinary creations.
About The Business
Location & Hours
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, French, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Indian, Mexican, Mediterranean, Spanish, Baking, Pastry, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Sushi Making, Pasta Making, Dumpling Making, Knife Skills, Holiday Cooking
Class sizes:
7–15 people, 15+ people
Participation types:
Hands-on
Teacher credentials:
Professional Chef
Class types:
Cooking school
Class duration:
Single-sessions
BYOB allowed?
Allowed
Gather & Forge Reviews
Avoid Gather & Forge – My Experience with Their Private Chef Services
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.
Fabulous venue for events & Italian cooking classes!
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 –
