Institute of Culinary Education

4.3
(177 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
212-847-0700
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About The Business

The Institute of Culinary Education is a prominent culinary institution with a campus located in New York City. It offers a range of educational paths for individuals pursuing careers in the culinary arts, pastry and baking arts, and hospitality management. The school provides diploma programs designed to equip students with foundational and advanced skills necessary for working in professional kitchens and the broader food industry.

Beyond its professional programs, the Institute of Culinary Education also welcomes the general public through its extensive offering of recreational cooking and baking classes. These classes cover a wide variety of cuisines and techniques, catering to different interests and skill levels. They provide opportunities for home cooks, food enthusiasts, and those looking for unique experiences to learn from experienced culinary instructors in a hands-on environment.

In addition to scheduled public classes, the institution hosts private events, including corporate team-building activities, private parties, and custom culinary experiences. These events utilize the school’s professional facilities and instructors to create engaging and educational gatherings centered around food and cooking. The New York campus serves as a hub for culinary education and events in the city.

Location & Hours

Institute of Culinary Education

225 Liberty St Third Floor, New York, 10281

212-847-0700

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Hours
Mon
7AM-11PM
Tue
7AM-11PM
Wed
7AM-11PM
Thu
7AM-11PM
Fri
7AM-7PM
Sat
9AM-5PM
Sun
Closed

Additional Information

Class types:

Date night, Couples, Corporate events, Team-building, Kids’ classes, Multi-session course

Age groups:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Italian, French, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Indian, Mexican, Mediterranean, Spanish, Middle Eastern, BBQ/Grilling, Baking, Pastry, Bread Making, Cake Decorating, Chocolate Making, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Farm-to-Table, Fermentation, Pickling, Sushi Making, Pasta Making, Dumpling Making, Wine Pairing, Cocktail Mixing, Knife Skills, Meal Prep, Healthy Cooking, Holiday Cooking, Seafood, Sauces & Stocks

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Culinary institute

Class duration:

Single-sessions, Multi-week series

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

Institute of Culinary Education 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