What an amazing experience. From the moment we walked in, Chef Christina Hart and her staff made us…read morefeel right at home. We made an amazing homemade gnocchi. She walked us through step by step to make this delicious meal. She offers tons of different cooking and baking classes with guest chefs when she's not teaching. The great thing is, you don't need any skills to be able to do this. And on the plus side, they offer byob. I highly recommend trying this awesome place out. We can't wait to find something else yummy to make.

My wife had been wanting to go here forever so last year for Christmas I got her a gift…read morecertificate. Life got in the way and we finally found a class that worked for our schedule and was interesting to us. We did Hawaiian night - Hawaiian pizza, some saucy chicken over rice, and pineapple upside down cake with coconut whipped cream. All of it was really tasty. We're both more on the advanced side of culinary skills, so while it was a nice to try recipes we wouldn't typically make, we didn't learn a ton of new techniques so it wasn't a class in that sense. We talked to the owner and she said that they definitely do more advanced classes so maybe next time we'll reach out for one of those. She also said that we can always check with her about finding a non-kids class to bring our teenage daughter to who loves to help in the kitchen.

Okay, so, I am not a great cook and never mastered basic cooking techniques. I love food, but can…read moreeasily become frustrated if something I cook just doesn't turn out right. My boyfriend and I wanted to try a cooking class for our anniversary, but the costs for going to a public cooking class are often very high. My boyfriend stumbled upon Jesse's website and it seemed really cool (and has pretty pictures), so he reached out. Jesse responds really quickly and we were lucky to secure a time slot for the weekend. Jesse offered to have a quick chat with us over the phone so he could come up with a customized menu for us and set expectations. For example, I don't eat seafood, so Jesse took that into account and made sure there wasn't a shrimp dish. Eventually, we landed on a Mexican taco menu (which was appropriate since Jesse is a master of tacos) because we wanted a menu that we could then easily take and make all the recipes ourselves. Jesse arrived promptly on time and set up his many kitchen tools and supplies in our kitchen. It's great that he can come to you! He was able to adapt easily to our kitchen set-up and get started. He started off with making us a salsa and guacamole so we could nibble as he gave us a ton of fun facts about cooking / food and prepped the other courses. He prints out his recipes so you can take notes as he goes along. The whole thing is very conversational, you never feel like he's talking AT you, but with you. You can ask him questions at any time. I never felt overwhelmed or felt like anything he was making or explaining was too difficult for me. In addition, I learned how to properly cut an onion and how to press tortillas. He had asked us beforehand if we wanted to be more hands-on, so he showed us how to cut the onion or press the tortillas and then we went ahead and helped with the prep. Not only was Jesse super knowledgeable and patient, the food he made was delicious. He even cleans up after cooking, which is a mega bonus! We had enough leftovers for another meal the next day. After taking his private cooking class, we both feel empowered and enthusiastic to learn and cook more. :) I definitely would work with The Maker's Kitchen again. His prices are extremely reasonable for the value you get, you get a very personalized experience (you're not lost in a class of 30), and he's a cool dude. You will learn a lot. You can tell that food is definitely his passion and that he's just trying to do what he loves to do (and educating others so that they hopefully can feel the same!). It's awesome! Thanks Jesse!

My parents got this for us as an anniversary gift. Wasn't sure what to expect but it exceeded all…read moreour expectations. Jesse was amazing and we can't wait to do this again with our friends. You definitely won't be disappointed with this experience. The food was also equally amazing to the experience.

My husband and I took a French Bistro Dinner class at The Fig Cooking School! We haven't done a…read morereal cooking class before, so the fast-paced energy of this was fun and we were definitely never bored. The class was a good mix of active participation from the students and instructor-led teaching moments. Quality ingredients were used, and our meal at the end was delicious. We learned some helpful techniques for cooking at home and are excited to be able to make these new recipes. Class was a little over 3 and a half hours, with dinner plated after 9pm, so definitely be sure to take them up on their recommendation of a snack before class. The time didn't feel rushed, and it was good to get to know the other people in class so it wasn't awkward when we all sat together at the end. Beautiful studio and so many different cuisines available to learn!

This was more than a cooking class, this was a gathering of friends…read more What wonderful time shared making new friends and eating some wonderful food. The program and menu are well thought out and you are engaged in every step of the menu prep. From those skilled in the kitchen to those who have yet to tenure into cooking, you will learn something and enjoy the process! The best part, sitting together as a group at the end of the meap prep sharing stories and making connections. Yes, go! Bring friends and make new ones as well. Of course enjoy a great meal and take home the recipes!

Always Incredibly helpful and kind. Although small, they have a unique selection of items.read more

Jack is the best! He's extremely knowledgeable about his products, and he'll give you an honest…read moreanswer every time. Prices are fair, if not a dollar or two more than shopping on Amazon, but that's the cost of shopping locally! Support small business, he has everything you need and more. Cannot recommend this place more than I already do.

Jenna is awesome…read more After completing our online prep survey, we visited Jenna's kitchen as a couple. Jenna is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and has great tips and tricks for the experienced cook and patience for those of us who struggle to use a stove knob. Her recipes are prepared beforehand based on your tastes and are really healthy, delicious, and easy to prepare. I felt like I was on a cooking show. Her kitchen is professional and well-stocked with tools. She is a great conversationalist and keeps the session moving at the right pace, based on the meals you are preparing. This was worth every penny and I highly recommend Cook Learn Live, and Jenna, specifically.

Jenna is wonderful! Working with her was such a treat!…read more My school sponsored a group of us to attend one of her cooking classes, and it was a fantastic experience. The class was not only educational, it was a lot of fun, and definitely a great reprieve from my typical Sunday afternoons spent studying in front of a computer. Jenna did a great job of overseeing the prepping and cooking of the four dishes we had on the menu for the night. I can't even begin to imagine what it would be like to manage a kitchen full of amateur chefs (half of whom rarely cook at home)...but somehow she managed to do it with grace! Jenna was extremely patient with and open to all of our questions as well. In particular, I thought she did a great job of incorporating the 'why' behind her answers to questions like: What ingredients do you always have on hand? How do you know which spices go well together? What goes into a vegetable stock? I really appreciated how Jenna tailored the class specifically for a group of grad students, focusing on: increasing the nutritional value of our meals, saving time in the kitchen, and all the while cutting down on costs. Three things that I know I DEFINITELY need to do more of! I walked away from the class with an arsenal of new cooking tips, a full belly (plus a few containers of leftovers), and a packet of recipes from the class. Three hours very, very well spent! Thanks for all of your cooking tips, Jenna! For anyone interested in learning how to eat healthier or to be more effective in the kitchen, I would highly, highly recommend her classes!

My instructor, Chef Victor - is an excellent teacher & instructor. The school itself is great,…read morequite big (and expanding), very spacious, and all the chef's are always willing to help. As a culinary student with dietary restrictions, there was absolutely no hesitation in accommodating my requests, and THAT speaks for itself. With many years of experience, if anyone decides to get him as an instructor - you'll love the school even more.

Amazing program and they chave programs for elementary , middle and high school to Introduce…read morestudents to the field !

My experience was extraordinary. They taught me what I needed to get a job in the culinary field…read more The best money spent on myself. They afforded me a new care I'm a cook now at a well known restaurant. You will get out what you put in definitely learned a lot from their teachings. Would definitely refer you to them

If you're thinking about trying a cooking class here, try it! I was invited by a friend to join her…read morefor a West Indian (Caribbean) cooking class. On the menu was Haitian soup, Trinidadian Doubles, Dominican rice and beans and Jerk Chicken. The chef was warm and kind and very thorough. She gave us the option off adding heat with a scotch bonnet pepper and showed us a couple of knife techniques to make cutting vegetables easier. We were supplied with aprons and name tags and worked in teams and chatted while chopping, seasoning and cooking. I appreciated the ice water and stools available to ensure I was comfortable for those hours of class. The food came out amazing and flavorful and there was plenty leftover to take home. Its great for a date night or friend group activity or even just solo bc everyone became so friendly.

My mother booked the Latkes & Sufganiyot cooking class for our family during Hanukkah. ICE was…read morepretty easy to locate inside of Brookfield Place and the space was very clean. Chef Sue was both personable and informative, and her demos were easy to follow along with the written recipes. During times when food was cooking or cooling, Sue also showed us some knife skills basics/tricks. The class went on for about 3 hours, including the time to eat at the end. I really enjoyed the experience, but in the future would choose a class with a more substantial output. The Latkes and Sufganiyot were both fried carbs, and we ended up grabbing dinner immediately after because we were still hungry for a real meal. Other than that, would recommend!

This is as good as it gets for me. I love supporting local, small businesses and co-ops and this…read moreone is just beautiful. There's a wide selection of fresh produce, eggs, cheese and dairy, and variety goods like seeds and sundries. We stopped by on a whim for a small snack to-go and a drink and ended up leaving with cider donuts from Upstate NY, artisanal cheese, and seeds for growing in the garden next year. The owner is also absolutely brilliant; we talked pickles and planting and the friendly yard rooster, Buddy. Definitely worth stopping in!

Catered my son's Bar Mitzvah in March 2014. The food was…read moreexcellent (including the sushi). The presentation was beautiful. Paula and Gina were pleasures to work with. I was worried about our temple being too small to hold the number of people we had invited for our "celebration luncheon". They spent every conversation with me, trying to assure me that everything would be perfect, and the space/food would all come together. I doubted them, but they were correct. Everything was perfect!!! We will definitely be using them again!!!

They might be great for catering, but keep on driving if you want to stop and get sandwiches. I…read morewent in with my wife and ordered two sandwiches. It took nearly 20 minutes for the kid to put together a very sad (see picture) Ruben-like sandwich (which cost me $8.50 for about $1 worth of ingredients) and was supposed to be on a knish, which they didn't have. My wife's (Italian combo) came out on stale Focaccia and had to be re-made.