In the KItchen with Chef Jim

3.7
(3 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
334-444-0791
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About The Business

In the Kitchen with Chef Jim is a cooking class business located in Opelika, Alabama. The establishment provides a space where participants can learn to cook a variety of dishes under the guidance of Chef Jim.

The classes are designed to be interactive, offering a hands-on experience where attendees prepare meals themselves. Reviews frequently highlight the fun and engaging atmosphere, with participants enjoying the process of cooking and the food they create.

The business appears to cater to different group types and events, including date nights, corporate gatherings, and team-building activities. Participants often mention learning new techniques and gaining confidence in the kitchen during these sessions led by the chef.

Location & Hours

In the KItchen with Chef Jim

2002 Autrey St, Opelika, 36801

334-444-0791

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Hours
Mon
1:30-4PM
Tue
Closed
Wed
Closed
Thu
6-8PM
Fri
Closed
Sat
Closed
Sun
2-4PM

Additional Information

Class types:

Date night, Corporate events, Team-building, Unspecified

Age groups:

Adults, Unspecified

Skill level:

Unspecified

Class themes:

Italian, Baking, Pastry, Unspecified

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking class

Class duration:

Unspecified

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

In the KItchen with Chef Jim 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