I came as a part of a work (corporate) group for Paella and Sangria making. I love both those things so I was excited to make and even more so to try our creations! Haha. Overall, it was a good experience. I felt our instruction was detailed between explaining the why behind steps and demonstrating. We got a lesson in knife skills that was cool. Dishes made: -Paella (chicken and a meatless version for our vegans) -Tortilla chips -Pico de gallo -Guacamole -Sangria My only con was that we started late (more than 20 mins) so there was a lot of waiting around at first. I undetstsnd things can happen which is why thebexprrienfe was overall fun and positive. Once we got going, the pace stayed at a steady flow and we were not rushed out at the end. Would recommend if you're in the Atlanta area. The next group after us was also a corporate event, so I'd say the setup works particularly well for that (groups less than 15). read more

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Came here with my colleagues for a team-building class and it was a blast! We made pasta! It was fun to make everything from scratch, including all the veggies that went into the sauce. Our instructor was so entertaining, southern, and sassy (his words lol). He was really patient with some of the people in our group who weren't as experienced in the kitchen and gave tons of tips along the way. I'm not sure it was relaxing haha, but a group of 20 making pasta and sauce from scratch is almost guaranteed to be a chaotic good time. I recommend this for work teams, families who want a group activity, couples, friend groups, or even solo. I'd love to go back and try another cuisine class - there are so many to choose from! Plus there's a drag brunch option that our instructor teaches, which is probably really fun too. read more

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I LOVED my course here!! I took a sushi making class with a friend and it was awesome! I was having a hard time finding a school that would have vegetarian options and this school was able to accommodate me! They provided aprons to keep you clean during the process which was appreciated! We cut up the veggies and learned how to slice things properly for sushi! We learned the tools needed to make the sushi! Lots of wonderful learning here! Can't wait to come back for another course! The sushi was yummy and we even got an extra set of rolls to take home! read more

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4.7/5 I treated myself to a brunch cooking class for my birthday! We had the pleasure of cooking with Chef David, with a menu that consisted of: French toast w/ a banana foster compete, creamed spinach, crab cakes, poached eggs, million dollar bacon, smashed potatoes and mimosas. Experience: I don't eat pork or beef, and I was late to mention that before the date of the class. But they were nice enough to allow me to bring in my own bacon and went the extra mile to make sure there was no cross-contamination. The do start on time, so I do advice getting there a lil early. Once the class starts, you wash your hands then they give you an apron. I liked that everyone had something to do, whether it was prepping or cooking, it was very hands-on. Chef David was engaging and taught us a lot of new tricks and tips when cooking certain items. The food turned out to be really good, and the mimosas were a hit! Ambiance/Parking: It is a decent sized area, with a full kitchen and a few fridges along the walls. Plenty of seating near the door, and they have aprons for you there. Parking is simple, you can park in the front on in the back closer to the cooking school. They have pay for parking signs up but I do not know if it is enforced. Overall: This was a fun experience and I am glad I took advantage of coming to this class. I will definitely be booking another class and I hope I am able to have Chef David again. read more

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We had a really fun cooking experience. The chef was lots of fun and interactive. We learned a lot and enjoyed ourselves. Fun surprise at the end to get some ice crea too :) would definitely consider coming back to do another class read more

This was such a great experience! We have been dying to try it and finally went for the Paella and Sangria class and it was just phenomenal. It was a great mix of learning, being hands on and simply relaxing while eating a fantastic meal. The chefs were so kind and we made so many new friends in the class which was awesome. It was just the perfect night for any group of friends, date night or a family. read more

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I just finished with my second class. This time it was sushi. I've always been intimidated at the thought of making sushi at home. Not only does Jake break it down to show how easy this can be, I also have a great time meeting new people. I can't wait to take even more classes! read more

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I have been wanting to try a cooking class forever, and I'm so glad we have this place in the area. We went to the "knife skills and Mediterranean food" class and had such a great time! Chef John and Rick kept it light and fun, gave people more specific individualized pointers when they needed to, and somehow had us eating an amazing feast at the end. I've been an avid home cook for a long time, but I still learned a ton of really useful pointers and came away with some delicious recipe ideas. The class was mostly couples, but the vibes are chill enough that I'd go by myself, too. Definitely great for couples, friends, groups, anyone really. read more

An amazing experience from beginning to end. John and Rick made you feel right at home. They made it very easy for guest to interact with each other an not feel like strangers. The kitchen set up is very nice and clean and has a real southern feel to it. read more

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Amazing time learning how to cook with my son! Adrienne and Rochelle were fantastic guides. Food was delicious and everyone had the best time. Can't wait to do it again. read more

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My gf and I had the pleasure of taking a Cajun pasta class with chef Mo! Such an amazing experience. Chef was fun, knowledgeable, and upbeat. Everyone had the best time. She was so witty, and the food turned out amazing! Such an incredible experience. We will absolutely be back to learn more from Chef Mo! Thank you so much for the experience! read more

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Such an amazing experience! The entire thing was laid back and yet still very informative and engaging. It was chef Mihoko's last class and I loved being a part of her last set of students. Her instructions were easy to follow, and she had so many helpful 'take home' tips. The school itself is very homey and doesn't have the fluorescent glare of a 'normal' class room, which I loved. It felt more like I was in my best friend's kitchen learning a new recipe with her. It was an awesome experience, we'll definitely be back soon! read more

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Had an amazing experience last night with my company team building event at the Cooking School at Irwin! Jake was an incredible host and made the night so fun and inclusive for our entire team. This experience is a must!! read more

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We had the privilege of taking the first Dog Day Afternoon class at the Cooking School. It was very fun and interactive. My puppy loooooved the food. The recipe was super approachable and easy to recreate. Very affordable as well. We had three items for the pups that we were able to take home very healthy portions. A frittata, meatballs, and frozen treats. The human food was very yummy also. The instructor was very clear and helpful. He answered any questions that came up. I learned a lot from the class and would take it again or recommend it to anyone with confidence. read more

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We came to this very lovely and homey feel cooking school as a team building event one word to describe the experience: SUCCESS! Not only did the wonderful chef John patiently walk us through making a very tasty, lemony chicken sauce and al dente pasta but he shared some cool culinary tips! As a team we got to know one another better and we got to meet the owner Jake. Our meal was complimented with a salad, with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette dressing and toasted, tasty garlic bread. The meal was rounded off with a bowl of Jake's homemade chocolate cinnamon ice cream...Yummy! The entire experience was a gastro delights. 10 out 10 highly recommend! read more

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I wanted to surprise my boyfriend with a unique date, and I found a Groupon for a cooking class for 2 at The Cooking School at Irwin Street. Due to our schedule restraints, we signed up for the Soul Food cooking class which fit our availability, but they offer lots of different classes like a pasta featured class, brunch, healthy cooking, couples and kids classes, and desserts, to name a few. You must sign up through their website, which is easy to navigate. They suggest wearing closed-toe shoes for safety, and I suggest wearing comfortable clothes because you will be standing for the entirety of the class. When you arrive at the building, you wait in the back area with the couches until your instructor comes to take the group to a different building where the class is held. In this room, there is a stove top, oven, convection oven, sink, restroom, and long dining table for eating after. You can bring your own alcohol, which you are allowed to open at the end of class, but I do suggest bringing your own beverages in case you get thirsty. My instructor, Jamia, is amazing. She was funny and engaging to the whole class. If you are shy, these classes will get you laughing and interacting with your fellow students right away. Everyone watches the process and everyone helps cook a little bit of the meal. At end, everyone sits together and eats family style. And after class is done, you walk to Jake's Ice Cream and get a free scoop! For the soul food class, we cooked "angel eggs" (deviled eggs but there's a story that goes with it), mac n cheese, sautéed greens, and fried chicken. Everything tasted amazing, and I'm pretty proud that we made it together. My boyfriend and I loved the experience and would definitely recommend to anyone in the area. read more

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I managed to have fun at the knife skills class I took because of the positive vibes of the other students, but unfortunately, I can't say that I would recommend this class. The instructor was at times rude and impatient and seemed annoyed when people asked him specific questions. He also threw in a couple of off-color jokes for free. I was surprised to hear them promoting team building for corporate groups. Sounds to me like HR's worst nightmare. And no, cheese does not belong in hummus. read more

Took the ravioli and sushi making classes. Highly recommend. Environment is very casual and friendly. Both classes I've taken lasted about 2 hours before food was finished so definitely eat some snacks before going! read more

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Our team building event was a success. Chef Jake is full of energy and kept each individual in our group of 11 entertained & engaged. He also remember everyone's name. The food was home grown and fresh and the menu aligned to everyone's dietary restrictions. This was not just a team building event it was an experience! My group is still thanking me for booking this experience. read more

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Overall this was a great experience but not so much a cooking class. We didn't cook exactly, just chopped, and threw stuff in a pan that turned into an amazing meal. We had Salmon with Pesto, Quinoa, and Sweet Potatoes. We learned the basics for each recipe, their ingredients and how to prepare them. Then chopped up our portion and put it in one pot. I really enjoy the cooking and simmering, I had imagined I would be cooking my own meal. At the end we ate together and got to know each other. There were about 12 of us in the group which is just enough to keep it intimate. I did walk away with new recipes and cooking tips and even new friends. However, I did not feel like I cooked, I guess this is as hands on as it gets for the Irwin Cooking School. I kinda expected the home-economics model they had in high school (each get their own little kitchen and and learn to cook their own recipe). I am glad I did the Scoutmob, it was a great way to see if this was for me. It's not exactly what I was looking for. it is more of a supper club. If you want to meet friends and learn to cook basics, this could be the class for you. I am more of the hands on, cook my own and learn an intricate recipe kind of gal. read more

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Great cooking class with an amazing atmosphere! Will definitely be trying recipes at the house. read more

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Had a great time! the class size was perfect, everything was set up before we arrived, great atmosphere. the dish was delicious and even though we make fresh pasta at home we learned a lot about mixing the dough by hand and how to crimp the ravioli properly plus a new recipe. great class with Chef John, will definitely be back! read more

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My friends and I took a class with a Nyesha, we absolutely loved it! We made Paella and Sangrias. Nyesha was an amazing teacher and made following along fun and easy for beginners. Highly recommend. read more

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Hubz and I had a great time in the Pastabilities class today. Upon arrival, we joined a small group making our total 8. We paired off at the 4 designated stations, and all had the opportunity to make ravioli and tortellini. During the 2 hour class, Chef Ramsey patiently instructs with ease and simplicity. He is a knowledgeable professional who is also a great teacher. Hands on was the highlight of this class. A small portion (the meat) of the meal was prepared in advance, and much of the prep (dicing of fresh ingredients & salad prep) was explained but not completed as a group. I appreciated that as it gave us more time to practice our fresh pasta. That is, afterall, why I chose this class. Upon completion if the meal, we plated our creations, and enjoyed the meal we'd prepared along with the other class attendees. We were also told to stop by the ice cream shop for any scoop of our choice which was included in our meal. We're looking forward to using what we learned there at home! It also doesn't hurt that we were able to save some money on the experience. Thanks, Groupon. We'd highly recommend this option for a date day, or a different kind of outing with friends. read more

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My friend introduced me to this place after going for a taco cooking class there. What I absolutely love about this place is that 1) it feels very homely. It's calm and quiet, and there's separate space for cooking and eating. 2) Chef Mihoko Obunai is such a sweet, fun and bubbly personality - and finally 3) the class is very accessible for those that have not stepped foot in a kitchen. We did a sushi making class and I had a great time. Bring a date or a friend! read more

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I attended the Creole Dinner Party on Friday 7/26/19. I am constructing this review to express how disappointed I was with the experience. I've participated in several cooking classes in the past, and do not feel this one met expectations. I do not feel we received $85 per person worth of culinary education nor dining experience. I'd like to start by stating that Chef Eboni was a delight, and the food that was prepared was fine. One of my grievances is that we came to a cooking school to essentially watch five other couples cook. The contributions and learning that we made included molding a store bought pie crust into a foil pan, dicing an onion, and hand crushing pecans. Meanwhile other couples were preparing various ingredients or stirring a pan. The majority of class time was spent watching 10 people crowd around two stoves while only two participants stirred. I felt as though we were a part of an assembly line rather than a school. My second complaint is that the class did not match the description of what was marketed online: This class is highly interactive, as you will learn about "The Holy Trinity" - the base of New Orlean's Cooking, how to make a roux and make your own seasoning mixes for your recipes...yeah, no prepackaged jar stuff in this class! I've already stated my point on the interactiveness of this class. We didn't learned anything about "The Holy Trinity". We did not prepare any roux. We did not make our own seasoning mixes. We used plenty of "prepackaged jar stuff". Lastly I believe Eboni mentioned the class was supposed to teach us how to prepare three dishes, but we were only taught two. You have sent an email containing a link to provide feedback and suggestions, but the link only directs me to the scheduling section of your webpage. I cannot find a location on your webpage to provide feedback. I understand that we paid for an experience and an opportunity to learn how to cook dishes. I wish to reiterate that I do not feel we received $85 per person worth of culinary education nor dining experience. read more

My daughter and I went to the Mexican fiesta cooking class and had so much fun! We joined other couples (and singles) to learn new techniques to make a Mexican feast. Chef John and Chef Teree were warm and friendly and welcoming and wonderful.. Highly recommend! read more

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My boyfriend and I signed up to do this cooking class with the expectation that we would be working together in a pod of some sort with little to no communication with other people. Boy were we wrong! Jake really encouraged the importance of community. We got to interact and meet so many different people. It was so fun and everyone got to make their food together. The end of the class finished with Jakes Ice Cream. I really feel like I got to bond with people and the food was beyond amazing!!! Highly recommend! read more

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I've never taken a cooking class before and my friend who lives in Atlanta really wanted to check this one out and it was so worth it! First thing. Huge shout out and thank you to Chef Paul! He was so funny and helpful and we learned so much from him. He actually got me excited about cooking! If I don't remember anything else, at least I know how to properly cut an onion now lol! The kitchen/dining space was very clean and homely feeling. I loved the size of our class. The 9 of us had great time getting to know each other while learning fun new recipes. Our theme for the class was Sunday Brunch and my favorite dishes we made were the cinnamon crumble coffee cake, shrimp and grits, and the frittata. Chef Paul was kind enough to email us all the recipes we made that day. My stomach is growling right now thinking about that yummy meal! If you're looking to learn new things to impress in the kitchen definitely sign up for a class here. They offer a wide variety and sometimes have a Groupon deal, so you're sure to find something that piques your interest! And a fun treat after you finish a class you can get a free scoop of ice cream for dessert next door! Thanks again Chef Paul! read more

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Amazing experience. We went here on some goofy team building exercise, and ended up having an awesome time, eating great food, and learning a ton. Since taking this class I have made the street corn at least a dozen times. The cinnamon ice cream was to die for, and the over all atmosphere was a blast. These guys seriously know what they are doing, and how to do it well. read more

I would say this cooking class was more a of social event rather than educational. It was a group of 12 people who were all very nice. We start off by introducing ourselves in order to get to know each other since we will all be cooking together for the next 2 hours. The cooking class was more like an "organized mess". There was 6 different recipes to make. Our group of 12 had to split into about 6 groups to follow 1 recipe per group. So basically you only get to make 1 dish, unless you finished your recipe early and you get to watch/help someone else cook. The teacher didn't really instruct, they layout out recipes printed on paper and you read them yourself. If you had a question the instructor will answer your questions. I basically felt like I was cooking at a family members house. Not all the bowls/pots/utensils are laid out in front of you. So if the teacher is busy doing something you end up searching for items that you need in cabinets, the fridge, drawers. I have never been to a cooking class, but I would have preferred actual instructions from a teacher rather then reading it myself. The food was ok. it was an Italian class and like I mentioned we prepared 6 dishes. 1. Eggplant parmesan - which at the end I felt was too cheesy. And I love cheese. 2. Braciole - I've never had this before, I would say it's was pretty tasty. Although one of the members of the group said to make a proper Braciolle it has to be slow cooked for hours. And then it would melt in your mouth. I have no idea if he's right. 3 Mannocoti - We made homemade fresh shells, which were more like crepes, and filling. I liked this dish best. 4. Anti Pasta - No cooking really, just 2 people cutting the meats and cheese 5. Linguini and Sauce - just plain pasta cooked and sauce from a Jar. 6. Tiramisu - It was way too strong, most people did not finish it. Someone reading the recipe misread the amount of rum Here's something that threw me off. The sauce we used for all recipes were all from store bought Jars. And they were some kind of cheap brand that I would never use. Maybe it's just me, but I never use sauce from a jar. I make my own sauce with a base of Crushed tomatoes, garlic and other seasoning. The store bought sauce wasn't horrible, but it wasn't great either. With all the entrees mentioned above, it was about a whole tray of each dish. So splitting 6 Dishes between 12 people was plenty. Everyone had a big plate of food and was stuffed. Some people couldn't finish their food and were given to go boxes. If you want to meet new people and cook something you may have not made before this is a place to go. If your expecting something more formal, than this isn't the place to go. Maybe other classes were more instructional, I'll check into it. read more

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Great experience at the urban farm location. The people that run this are so sweet and personable, it doesn't feel at all like a cooking class. It's more like hanging out at your friends house and helping to make dinner. The coolest part of this experience was going out back to the farm and picking the vegetables for the dish ourselves. Taking "farm to table" quite literally. While I really enjoyed the experience, I didn't feel like I learned anything and I wasn't completely impressed with what we made. Our Brunswick stew was essentially veggies from the garden, some chicken, and Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce. I get it that the Sweet Baby Ray's was meant to save time, but first of all, ew; and second of all, if I'm paying that much for a cooking class, I want you to take the time to show me something cool. I really loved the concept and the people, I just wasn't that impressed with the product. That being said, it is a really fun and interesting way to spend an afternoon, and would make a killer date. I would definitely be willing to try them again for a different type of class. read more

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I had a nice time at this cooking class because I always enjoy cooking with my partner, and the other students were fun to work with. However, I was not a huge fan of the instructor for the class I took. Chef John (Knife Skills) seemed to not have a lot of patience for the students' questions and made some comments that made me and some of the other students a bit uncomfortable. In addition, I cook a fair amount at home and did not learn many new techniques, so I'd say this class was more for beginner home cooks. The meal we made had some nice dishes and others that were pretty meh (including poorly seasoned dishes). I've gotten better recipes and cooking techniques from online videos, though there is something fun about working with a class in person. read more

I'm not sure why everyone says that it isn't a cooking class. It may not be the Cordon Bleu, but it's a instructor led class where you learn to cook a meal. What else does it need to be a cooking class??? Chef Paul provided lots of instruction and good tips for any novice or average level cook. So, not sure what else delineates a "cooking" class. There were 8 people in our class and the meal was sweet potato gnocchi in a sage brown butter sauce with an arugula salad. The arugula salad was topped with toasted pine nuts and a homemade vinaigrette. Chef Paul was so personable and friendly. It seemed like we were in his kitchen at home having a good time while learning something cool. He answered all kinds of questions, some related to the meal at hand and some not. He taught us the correct way to hold a knife, some entertaining tips and I even learned how to cook real grits...not those instant things. I would definitely recommend The Cooking school for a fun date, a girls night out, or just something fun to do on your own.a Can't wait to take another class soon! read more

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I can't say enough incredible things about Chef Jake and his cooking school! We came for a bachelorette party and (as the bride to be) I couldn't have pictured a better activity to do! We never felt like we were being rushed, we were able to ask questions and learned a ton! We did holiday sides for our class and everything we made was absolutely delicious (special shout out to that stuffing!) Chef Jake ensured we were all included in every aspect and understood what we were doing throughout the class and always made time to answer questions completely. Although the experience, food and everything we learned was fantastic; the best part was honestly how personable, friendly and humble Chef Jake is. He responds very quickly when trying to set things up and added to the fun of our day! Through his stories and his actions you can tell that Jake is a phenomenal human and truly cares about the community and bringing people together through food. All of us had such a great time and I cannot wait to return with my other friends and family and try different classes! read more

I thoroughly enjoyed the experience I shared with my team as we used this class as a team building activity. Chef Jake was quite personable and made the experience fun and interactive for a large group. Although i enjoyed the experience I rated The Cooking School at Irwin Street two stars because the was not great. My group learned how to make pasta and chicken and eggplant parmesan. I've never tasted food bland in my life. I know everyone's palate is not the same, but the food lacked seasoning and didn't entice me to ask for the recipes to make at home. read more

The place didn't feel super clean. I think it may have been the clutter that made it feel unclean.

Went to the Cooking school last night for the Thai 1 On class and it met all my expectations and then some! Chef Kyle was a great chef with years of experience and information. We learned how to buy knives, chop safely, and what to look for in the grocery store when shopping when looking for certain ingredients. Kyle was so knowledgeable about how to buy food, where to buy, and he was open to fielding all sorts of my crazy cooking questions. Everything was very interactive and we got to do as much chopping and cooking as we wanted. The class was an intimate setting where we met some really nice people. After we cooked the food we sat outside on the Belt Line on their back porch and ate our delicious dinner. Definitely walked away with friends and memories! I think for my next class here I want to try a knife skills class or any other class Kyle is teaching. Ps it's BYOB so walk across to Hop City to grab some beer or wine! read more

Everyone here is super nice and it's a great and fun group outing! The food is also delicious. I've done this twice and would recommend.

Had the most amazing experience at the Cooking School at Irwin Street. Tonight was a special occasion, Jake (Chef and owner) worked with my partner to set up a private event for two. This was his first time setting such an event. Speaking for both my partner and I, this was a fantastic event. We enjoyed the ambience, the one on one attention and learning to cook a full meal: salad, main dish and dessert (beef tenderloin, mash potatoes made from scratch along with asparagus, kale and a fantastic blueberry bread pudding). Jake was hands on but truly allowed us to cook the meal and provided wonderful hospitality. Would recommend over and over again. read more