Young Chefs Academy – Strongsville OH

4.9
(32 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
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440-853-5004
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About The Business

Young Chefs Academy in Strongsville, Ohio is a culinary school specifically designed for children and teens. The academy provides a fun and engaging environment where young students can learn the fundamentals of cooking and baking. Programs are structured to build confidence and skills in the kitchen through hands-on activities.

The academy offers a variety of programs including weekly classes that run as multi-session courses, single-session workshops focusing on specific themes, and events like birthday parties and holiday-themed classes. They also host camps during school breaks, offering intensive culinary experiences. The curriculum covers diverse recipes and techniques suitable for various skill levels among young learners.

Beyond regular classes, Young Chefs Academy also caters to group events, such as scout troop activities and team-building events tailored for younger participants. The focus is on practical application, allowing students to prepare and often enjoy the dishes they create in a supportive setting. The academy aims to inspire a love for cooking and healthy eating habits from a young age.

Location & Hours

Young Chefs Academy – Strongsville OH

14759 Pearl Rd, Strongsville, 44136

440-853-5004

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Additional Information

Class types:

Kids’ classes, Multi-session course, Corporate events, Team-building

Age groups:

Kids, Teens

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

Baking, Pastry, Pizza, Pasta Making, Holiday Cooking, Healthy Cooking, International Cuisine (various), Unspecified

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Unspecified

Class types:

Cooking school

Class duration:

Single-sessions, Multi-week series, One-day intensive

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

Young Chefs Academy – Strongsville OH 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