Professional Culinary Academy

5
(4 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
716-344-9611
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About The Business

Professional Culinary Academy is a culinary institution located in Buffalo, NY, dedicated to providing comprehensive culinary education. The academy serves both individuals seeking professional culinary training and those interested in recreational cooking for personal enrichment. They offer a range of programs designed to teach fundamental techniques and inspire creativity in the kitchen.

The academy provides a variety of recreational cooking classes covering diverse topics and cuisines. These hands-on sessions are tailored for different interests and skill levels, including classes on Italian cuisine, baking, pastry, and knife skills. They also offer specialized classes like date nights and are available for private events such as corporate team-building activities. The classes are open to adults and children, aiming to make cooking accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

In addition to recreational classes, Professional Culinary Academy offers in-depth professional culinary arts and baking and pastry programs. These longer duration programs prepare students for careers in the food service industry. The instruction is provided by experienced chef instructors who guide students through practical training and theoretical knowledge, ensuring a thorough culinary education.

Location & Hours

Professional Culinary Academy

875 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, 14222

716-344-9611

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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:

Date night, Corporate events, Kids’ classes

Age groups:

Kids, Adults

Skill level:

Beginner, All levels

Class themes:

Italian, Baking, Pastry, Knife Skills, Global Cuisine

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Culinary school

Class duration:

Single-sessions

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

Professional Culinary Academy 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