The Culinary Institute of America

4.6
(469 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
845-452-9600
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About The Business

The Culinary Institute of America is a renowned culinary college with multiple campuses, including its main location in Hyde Park, New York. It is widely recognized for its comprehensive professional degree programs in culinary arts, baking, and pastry arts, providing rigorous training for aspiring chefs and food service professionals. The college emphasizes hands-on learning experiences and a deep understanding of culinary techniques and traditions.

Beyond its degree programs, The Culinary Institute of America offers a range of enthusiast programs designed for home cooks and food lovers. These programs include hands-on classes and multi-day boot camps covering various cuisines, techniques, and themes. These public offerings provide opportunities for individuals to hone their skills, learn new recipes, and experience the college’s educational approach in a less formal setting.

Additionally, The Culinary Institute of America caters to corporate clients with specialized programs for team building and professional development. The institution leverages its expert instructors and state-of-the-art facilities to create engaging and educational experiences for groups. The college also operates public restaurants on campus, providing students with real-world experience and offering guests high-quality dining.

Location & Hours

The Culinary Institute of America

1946 Campus Dr, Hyde Park, 12538

845-452-9600

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Hours
Mon
8:30AM-5PM
Tue
8:30AM-5PM
Wed
8:30AM-5PM
Thu
8:30AM-5PM
Fri
8:30AM-5PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Additional Information

Class types:

Corporate events, Team-building, Multi-session course

Age groups:

Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Baking, Pastry, Healthy Cooking, Pasta Making, Knife Skills

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef, Certified Culinary Instructor

Class types:

Culinary institute

Class duration:

Single-sessions

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

The Culinary Institute of America 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