Louisiana Culinary Institute

4.8
(81 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
225-769-8820
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About The Business

Louisiana Culinary Institute is a prominent culinary education center located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The institute provides comprehensive professional training through its Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs, preparing students for careers in the culinary and hospitality industries.

Beyond its professional curriculum, the institute extends its expertise to the public through a variety of personal enrichment cooking classes. These classes are designed for home cooks and culinary enthusiasts of all levels, offering opportunities to explore different cuisines and techniques in a fun and engaging setting. Offerings include popular date night classes, specialized workshops focusing on specific dishes or skills, and classes tailored for children.

The personal enrichment classes are typically hands-on, providing direct experience with cooking processes. The instructors are experienced culinary professionals who guide participants through recipes and techniques. The institute also accommodates private events, such as corporate team-building activities and private parties, providing customized culinary experiences.

Location & Hours

Louisiana Culinary Institute

10550 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, 70816

225-769-8820

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Hours
Mon
7:30AM-4PM
Tue
7:30AM-4PM
Wed
7:30AM-4PM
Thu
7:30AM-4PM
Fri
7:30AM-2PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Additional Information

Class types:

Date night, Corporate events, Team-building, Kids’ classes, One-day intensive

Age groups:

Kids, Adults

Skill level:

Unspecified

Class themes:

Italian, Baking, Sushi Making, Thai, French, Mexican, BBQ/Grilling, Holiday Cooking, Pasta Making

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Culinary institute

Class duration:

Single-sessions, One-day intensive

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

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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