Miami Chef Academy @ FIU

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(5 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
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About The Business

Miami Chef Academy is a culinary institution operating as part of Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. Located within the university campus, the academy provides comprehensive culinary education and training.

The academy offers a range of programs catering to different goals, including extensive professional culinary and pastry arts programs designed for individuals seeking careers in the food service industry. In addition to these long-term programs, Miami Chef Academy also provides a variety of workshops, bootcamps, and short courses for culinary enthusiasts and professionals looking to refine specific skills or explore new cooking techniques.

The classes cover diverse topics, from fundamental knife skills and pasta making to specialized themed sessions like Mediterranean cooking and holiday baking. They also host events such as couples classes, kids workshops, and corporate team building experiences, offering hands-on instruction in a professional kitchen environment led by experienced chef instructors.

Location & Hours

Miami Chef Academy @ FIU

FIU North Campus, Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, 3000 NE 151st St, Miami, 33181

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

Additional Information

Class types:

Corporate events, Couples, Kids’ classes, Multi-session course, Professional culinary program

Age groups:

Kids, Adults

Skill level:

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, All levels

Class themes:

Mediterranean, Pasta Making, Knife Skills, Baking, Pastry, Holiday Cooking

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef, Certified Culinary Instructor

Class types:

Culinary institute

Class duration:

Single-sessions, Multi-week series, Extended program

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

Miami Chef Academy @ FIU 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