Stopped in this past Saturday, for their Gingerbread contest that is being held, the next few…read moreweekends. My main two reasons to stop in: Fun holiday, creative event, great way too see the school and celebrate holiday season. Next, i was curious too see what was left from Rainbow Mall...a few things were, glass elevator, and original stars. Beautiful, modernized location, with the bookstore, areas for public, private events, Barnes and Nobles store for students, and an area to buy student purchases bake goods. Purchased parmassen chive scone, and the hot chocolate cookie. Both were devine, flavorful, high quality. Sorry forgot pictures.

I was previously here outside normal business hours for a local film shoot, but this weekend was…read morethe first time I had a chance to visit while the space was in operation. There's a restaurant we need to check out, a small Barnes and Noble, and a patisserie operated by students at the culinary institute. Beautiful space. Definite potential to help revitalize the Falls.

Had a GREAT experience!..honestly, one of the best of my life. Talk about a learning experience in…read morea laid back type of atmosphere, low stress and the chefs are highly patient and professional. The administration personnel are top notch and make sure that you're happy and that you "matter". Culinary school is something ive wanted to do all my life and i couldn't be happier that i attended D'avolio

From the owner: D'Avolio Culinary Institute is a post-secondary culinary training program licensed by the New York…read moreState Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision (BPSS), a division of the New York State Education Department. Our staff has actively worked in the culinary field and are sensitive to students with life challenges and disabilities. We offer at least a 10 to 1, student to teacher ratio. This is ideal for an adult learner who finds traditional education difficult; our approach is a hands-on, visual experience. There are no requirements for general studies classes, all math and language skills are directly related to the skills necessary to be successful in the culinary arts world. We are located on the beautiful campus of St. Mary School for the Deaf located at 2253 Main Street in Buffalo, NY; conveniently a short distance from the 33, two NFTA metro stops and the Humboldt-Hospital train station

We attended this cooking school yesterday as a gift from my husband. Mot knowing what to expect…read morewhen we arrived we enjoyed learning new techniques from Ann. She was a very knowledgeable and enjoyable teacher. Moving with the flow of the class. The time moved along quickly and enjoyable. The wine pairing after the cooking while we enjoyed our meal was also educational. I woukd highly recommend this class to share with a friend. Seems expensive up front but we'll worth the money with the learning, great food and wine.

So what do you do when there aren't any Shaw Festival Shows. Well I found his fabulous cooking…read moreclass and we had a great meal, wine tasting and loads of Fun. We started with an edamame garlic dip and yummy crackers. Each group made the same recipe, yet each finished dip tasted different. How fun. Next came a pomegranate dressing for our salad. It was sweet and savory with pomegranates and roasted pecans on top. For our main dishes, we made a Burgundy chicken with a ginger, shallot and garlic glaze on the stovetop. So easy and a nice presentation. For the sides we roasted cauliflower and made a sweet potato with apple sauce mashed potatoes. Our dessert consisted of baked caramelized pears with a choice of toppings. There was blue cheese and dried cherries, ice cream or raspberry sorbet. I selected the sorbet. We garnished the dessert with a dash of maple syrup and some ginger cookie crumbles. Besides a great meal, I also took The wonderful recipes home an learned some cooking tips. The staff was friendly and helpful. A big plus was there weren't any dishes to wash. Strewn Winery has a beautiful tasting room and a restaurant on the premises. I look forward to making this meal for my family. This is the best compliment. Thank you Jane and Joe, her husband and the winemaker, for a great meal and entertaining time.

Love a good culinary experience. the Artisan Culinary loft, located in Artisan Kitchen and Bath…read moreprovided just that. Attended a Korean BBQ cooking class. Chef Debbie and crew were amazing. The class was very interactive with tons of on hands cooking. Learned some great techniques. The chefs were amazing. They answered questions, provided tips and tricks. The vibe was so much fun from the entire staff to the participants in the class. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I would definitely recommend checking out their web site and calendar of events. Reasonable priced. Class was from 6 to 9. You can also bring your own beer and wine to partake while cooking! Make sure you check out the bathroom even if you don't need to go! Our Menu Grilled Chicken Kimchi Scallion pancakes Glass noodles with sauteed vegetables

We came here for a cooking class as a work team building event. It was a blast! The chefs were…read morehelpful and the gnocchi dish we made was delicious. Great atmosphere! Highly recommend if you're looking for something fun and different to do!

We had our luncheon there after a funeral mass. John and Andrea are so easy to work with - not…read morereally knowing how many people to expect, we guessed but they were ready to prepare extra food if needed. All the food is delicious and made with fresh ingredients - and healthy for you! The rooms are beautifully decorated and clean; but even if you have more people and need to use their catering service, we highly recommend working with them!

Cozy spot in the village of Akron. Excellent personal service and relaxing ambiance. Tried their…read moretake on a Cubano sandwich and it was delicious. Savory and fresh ingredients! Great spot, can't wait to come back!

I received a gift certificate for a cooking class for my birthday and chose to go to Rustic French…read morecooking with my sisters. It's really nice inside and everyone is so friendly. There are 4 cooking stations and a head chef who explains the recipes. You then start to prep your food and then prepare it. There is plenty of help if you need it and you get to eat your meal after you prepare it. It was a great experience and lots of fun! An awesome experience for singles or groups. Definitely going back!

My husband and I have taken a few the classes and enjoyed them until recently. I just feel there…read morecould be more direction. The last class was over crowded by to many people. We were the last group to receive our food and there wasn't enough left, we went home and ate. There is no secure place for belonging. Unfortunately at a class prior I learned not to bring my purse. I just feel for the price tag, things should be a little different.

Jessica has a business that does many things. And I think a "real job" too, but am not sure. She…read moremust have a fabulous garden, as many of the things we had in cooking class were from her garden she said. Pretty cool. I aspire to that type of garden. This year the tomatoes were a mess, but the kale and broccoli worked fairly well. Next year will be better I'm sure. Meanwhile, on to the review. I attended one of her cooking classes out at the Newman Center at UB. Skinnerville road or something like that. Thank goodness for GPS. The class featured a quinoa salad (similar to one I make at home already, but with some great additions, liked spiced cashews (YUM YUM YUM!) and pomegranate seeds, in season right now). Then there was a date concoction that seemed like dessert to me, but pretty much anything with a balsamic reduction can be a dessert. Some version of potato latkes, made with sweet potatoes rounded out the offerings. I wasn't part of making those and while I enjoyed eating them (you get to eat after the cooking!), cant comment much further. Its all vegetarian, and I'm pretty sure this meal was vegan as well, but not positive. Her website has a ton of great recipes, all plant based, and she presents them in a chatty and engaging way. I am looking forward to more of her classes. Very hands on, we all helped on various dishes. Shes pretty informal, so asks the class to divide themselves up. She does stop class throughout to share "helpful info, tricks, methods etc" that all will benefit from. And she almost sold me on a vitamix, but for now my Ninja is holding strong. If you already cook well and want to move to more vegetarian fare, her classes and website are a great place to look. If you don't cook well but want to learn more, these classes are great for that too. I'm working on a more plant based diet for the house, and this was perfect. 4-2017

I love this fabulous plant based eating instructor! She is so inspirational and energetic! Her…read morerecipes and eating tips cannot be beat! Her classes are really fun and educational! You get to try some absolutely delicious and healthy dishes too! Jessica Altman has a great vibe about her! I know when I see her in action I just want to come back for more! Since we have added plant based items into our diet we have felt better and lighter! I hope you will take the time to go to a class and meet the garden fresh foodie and get inspired!

If you are looking for a great spot to have a private tasting, this is it. Chef Darian and a host…read moreof his friends do pop-up private dining events throughout the year here. You can also hire and rent the space for a private event. The place is intimate and fits about 26 people comfortably. Most recently, I attended Chef Chris' Summer Soiree, which included a 4 course meal. It was a great experience, and the food was phenomenal. The price is well worth it and it's a great way to meet new people. Go in Facebook or Instagram and check out their social media page for any upcoming events. I'm definitely returning for another!!!

My 7-year-old son just participated in the kids 7-12 age group cooking class. He had an absolute…read moreblast and learned so much. I loved that he came home and shared all the details on meal prep. He also brought home some delicious leftovers, which his brother and sister enjoyed trying. It was a great way for him to celebrate the end of the school year. I would highly recommend for anyone looking for opportunities to expose your child to trying favorite foods in new ways. Side note: The kids classes might seem pricey, but honestly, they are priced just right. After thinking about it, a two hour drop-off class with plenty of food and skills to be shared, $45 is very reasonable. The cost does vary depending on the food theme (cost of supplies).

Our close friends had their birthday party their last night. The cooking class style dinner was run…read moreby the owner Marietta. She is not only a terrific cook but a sweetheart. She had a cheese , fruit and meat platter set out for appetizers. There were 9 of us so we were divided into one group of 4 and the other group of five. She demonstrated how to use a knife, how to mince garlic , how to make a tomato sauce, how to make a oil sauce and how to make ravioli dough. One group made a cheese,herb and garlic filling. The other group made a mushroom and prosciutto filling. She demonstrated how to use the Kitchen Aide pasta attachment. Next we we filled the ravioli and used the pasta cutter to make ravioli. She cooked them and she had a catering line to serve the pasta with a salad. They were delicious. Cute building on the Main Street of East Aurora. Nicely decorated inside. You definitely should try this place for catering or an event!!!

We used Edible Crush for our granddaughter's Sunday morning Farewell Bat Mitzvah Brunch. Being…read morethat we live out of town, Erin made it very easy to communicate and got everything right on. Along with the usual bagels, coffee, fruit salad, etc. the additional pastries they baked were delicious and the extra sides like sesame noodle salad, tuna and egg salad were wows. Presentation was gorgeous!! Her servers were easy to work with and extremely accommodating. We received lots of compliments from our family and friends. Erin gets what a Jewish Sunday morning brunch is all about.

Erin and Rob are fantastic. My siblings and I asked them to cater a Memorial Service/Celebration of…read moreLife at the Hollywood Theater in Gowanda. None of us live anywhere near Gowanda and we had not been in the theater in over 30 years. How was this going to work? Erin drove from Springville to Gowanda, met with the theater staff, and came up with a great layout for the reception. The food was fantastic and the guests loved it! The food display was spectacular. Communication with Erin went very smoothly despite my being in Seattle with a 3 hour time difference. Terrific food and great, responsive service--what more could you ask for?! We would definitely use Edible Crush again!