Private Chef Matthew Alexander

4.9
(279 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
516-637-0498
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About The Business

Matthew Alexander is a professional chef offering private culinary services in the Long Island area. Trained at the Culinary Institute of America, he provides a range of services including personal chef experiences and catered events, in addition to his cooking classes.

The business offers a variety of cooking class experiences designed for different groups and occasions. These include private classes for individuals or small groups, couples classes, team building sessions for corporate groups, and birthday parties for both kids and adults. The classes are described as hands-on, allowing participants to actively engage in the cooking process.

Classes can be held in the client’s home or at a selected venue, offering flexibility. Participants can choose from a diverse list of culinary themes and cuisines, ranging from Italian and French to Sushi and BBQ, as well as specific skills like knife techniques and baking. Classes are typically single sessions lasting around 2 to 3 hours, focusing on creating an enjoyable and educational experience centered around food.

Location & Hours

Private Chef Matthew Alexander

1656 Sumner Ave, Merrick, 11566

516-637-0498

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Hours
Mon
Open 24 hours
Tue
Open 24 hours
Wed
Open 24 hours
Thu
Open 24 hours
Fri
Open 24 hours
Sat
Open 24 hours
Sun
Open 24 hours

Additional Information

Class types:

Couples, Corporate events, Kids’ classes, Unspecified

Age groups:

Kids, Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Italian, French, Mexican, Sushi Making, Pasta Making, BBQ/Grilling, Healthy Cooking, Vegan, Vegetarian, Baking, Pastry, Knife Skills, Holiday Cooking, Unspecified

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking class

Class duration:

Single-sessions

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

Private Chef Matthew Alexander 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