Gatherings Kitchen

5
(27 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
216-228-2285
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About The Business

Gatherings Kitchen is a cooking school located in Lakewood, Ohio, dedicated to providing culinary instruction and hosting food-focused events. The establishment focuses on creating an engaging and welcoming environment where individuals can learn to cook and enjoy the process. They offer a variety of classes designed to suit different interests and skill levels, making cooking accessible and enjoyable for participants.

The range of offerings includes hands-on cooking classes where participants actively prepare dishes, as well as demonstration classes where instructors showcase techniques. The curriculum covers diverse global cuisines such as Italian, French, Thai, Indian, and Mexican, alongside specific skills like baking, pastry, knife skills, and preparing sauces. Special classes are also available for seasonal themes and holidays.

Beyond public classes, Gatherings Kitchen hosts private events, including corporate gatherings, team-building activities, date nights, and celebrations. They also provide cooking programs specifically tailored for children. The school aims to provide a memorable experience centered around food and learning, and guests are welcome to bring their own beverages to enjoy during the classes and events.

Location & Hours

Gatherings Kitchen

17004 Madison Ave, Lakewood, 44107

216-228-2285

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Hours
Mon
Closed
Tue
10AM-6PM
Wed
10AM-6PM
Thu
10AM-6PM
Fri
10AM-6PM
Sat
10AM-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, Indian, Mexican, Seafood, Baking, Bread Making, Pastry, Knife Skills, Sauces & Stocks, Holiday Cooking

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on, Demonstration

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking school

Class duration:

Single-sessions

BYOB allowed?

Allowed

Gatherings Kitchen 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