Truist Culinary & Hospitality Innovation Center (CHI)

4.4
(9 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
864-250-8835
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About The Business

Truist Culinary & Hospitality Innovation Center (CHI) is a dedicated institution located in Greenville, South Carolina, serving as a hub for culinary and hospitality education. The center provides formal training programs aimed at preparing individuals for careers in the food service and hospitality industries. It also extends its offerings to the wider community through various public classes and events.

CHI offers a diverse schedule of community cooking classes designed for individuals interested in exploring culinary skills and different cuisines. These classes cover a wide array of topics, from specific ethnic cooking styles like Italian, Thai, and Mexican to foundational techniques such as knife skills and baking. The classes are structured to be hands-on experiences, allowing participants to actively engage in the cooking process.

Beyond community classes, CHI also features longer, intensive professional culinary and hospitality programs leading to certificates. These programs provide in depth instruction and practical experience in areas like culinary arts and hospitality management. The center aims to support the local industry by developing a skilled workforce through its comprehensive educational initiatives.

Location & Hours

Truist Culinary & Hospitality Innovation Center (CHI)

556 Perry Ave Ste B114, Greenville, 29611

864-250-8835

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Hours
Mon
8AM-5PM
Tue
8AM-5PM
Wed
8AM-5PM
Thu
8AM-5PM
Fri
8AM-1PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Additional Information

Class types:

Date night, Corporate events, Team-building

Age groups:

Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Italian, French, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Indian, Mexican, Mediterranean, Spanish, Middle Eastern, Greek, Baking, Pastry, Bread Making, Cake Decorating, Chocolate Making, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Knife Skills, Meal Prep, Healthy Cooking, Holiday Cooking, Seafood, Breakfast & Brunch, Sauces & Stocks, Sushi Making, Pasta Making, Unspecified

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Culinary institute

Class duration:

Single-sessions

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

Truist Culinary & Hospitality Innovation Center (CHI) 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