New York Kitchen: Hands-On Cooking & Beverage Classes • Tasting Room

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(561 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
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585-394-7070
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About The Business

New York Kitchen is a non-profit organization and culinary destination located in Canandaigua, New York. Its mission is focused on celebrating New York State agriculture, food, and beverages. The establishment serves as a hub for culinary education and appreciation, offering various experiences related to cooking and local products.

A primary offering of New York Kitchen is its extensive schedule of cooking and beverage classes. These classes are designed to be hands-on experiences, allowing participants to learn practical skills and create dishes under the guidance of instructors. The class offerings cover a wide range of cuisines, techniques, and themes, catering to diverse interests. They provide classes for adults and specific programs for children, along with options for private events like corporate team building or social gatherings.

In addition to classes, New York Kitchen features a Tasting Room where visitors can sample and purchase a selection of New York State wines, craft beers, and spirits. The venue also includes event spaces available for rent, making it a versatile location for different types of functions. It positions itself as a community resource dedicated to showcasing and supporting the food and beverage industries within New York State.

Location & Hours

New York Kitchen: Hands-On Cooking & Beverage Classes • Tasting Room

800 S Main St, Canandaigua, 14424

585-394-7070

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Hours
Mon
Closed
Tue
Closed
Wed
11AM-5PM
Thu
11AM-8PM
Fri
11AM-8PM
Sat
11AM-8PM
Sun
11AM-7PM

Additional Information

Class types:

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

Age groups:

Kids, Adults

Skill level:

Unspecified

Class themes:

Italian, French, Mexican, Thai, Indian, Mediterranean, BBQ/Grilling, Baking, Pastry, Bread Making, Cake Decorating, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Healthy Cooking, Holiday Cooking, Seafood, Comfort Food, Breakfast & Brunch, Sauces & Stocks, Pasta Making, Sushi Making, Knife Skills

Class sizes:

7–15 people, 15+ people

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking school

Class duration:

Single-sessions

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

New York Kitchen: Hands-On Cooking & Beverage Classes • Tasting Room 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