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Google reviewers rate Taste Buds Kitchen five stars based on three hundred and seventeen reviews, with the owner responding to twenty-nine percent of comments. Customers frequently praise the organization, clean facilities, and suitability for children, group events, and family activities. Recurring themes include friendly staff, clear instructions, and enjoyable meals. Common criticisms involve the format requiring extended observation before hands-on practice, perceived low-quality ingredients in some adult classes, and limited booking availability for new customers.
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317 Google reviews we collected
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“The staff were friendly, patient, and made everyone feel right at home.”
“The facility is super clean and well organized and it is worth the $$, All in all an excellent experience!”
“Would recommend to other parents with young children.”
“Dorothee was most hospitable, explaining and demonstrating everything we were to do.”
“Every time, the staff has been incredibly helpful, organized, and efficient while still making the whole experience feel fun and relaxed.”
“Today was the first time we've gone and although the kids LOVED cooking they didn't like what they made lol which is fair!”
“Highly recommend if you want a fun, memorable party that’s genuinely well-run.”
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Our instructor accidentally dropped the dough on the ground, then she continued making it into pasta that we had to eat. Unlike other cooking classes I’ve taken where they tell you instructions in real time, this one makes you watch them for a while before you get to do it. The watching for a long time part is a bit boring.
We went for a Girl Scout event and it was awesome!!! So organized and all the employees- chefs as my daughter called them, were just fantastic!!
Excelent place , good ambience. Fui dos veces y aprendi recetas increibles que nos quedaron deliciosas. La chef SiWei y Marta la dueña te hacen sentir como en tu casa. Muy recomendable ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
What a fun and enjoyable way to spend time with my two teens. Each recipe came with specific cooking techniques that were easy to learn yet made us feel more proficient in the kitchen.
This was our second experience with Tastebuds, and once again, we continue to be impressed by their creativity, organization, and the way they manage every aspect of their programs—whether it’s camps or birthday parties. This summer, my 13-year-old daughter participated in a week-long International Chefs Cooking…
The class was fun, easy with clear instructions! The food was delicious! Will definitely be using these recipes at home
5.0 ★★★★★ 317 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Great experience and service. Kids loved it!
Karen, thank you so much for the kind review! We’re so happy to hear that the kids had a great time in our kitchen. We loved having you join us and hope to welcome you back for more cooking adventures soon!
Our instructor accidentally dropped the dough on the ground, then she continued making it into pasta that we had to eat. Unlike other cooking classes I’ve taken where they tell you instructions in real time, this one makes you watch them for a while before you get to do it. The watching for a long time part is a bit boring.
A.O., thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We take all feedback seriously, especially when it comes to food safety, and wanted to make sure we looked into your concerns thoroughly. After speaking with our team and reviewing the event footage, we confirmed that the dough used during the ravioli demonstration fell onto the floor. Although this dough was used for demonstration purposes only and was not served to any guests, our standards require that dough that has fallen on the floor should not be used. We apologize for this oversight and will be speaking with our team to reinforce our food safety procedures and ensure this is handled appropriately moving forward. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the class instruction. Our host begins by demonstrating each step to the entire group before guests return to their tables for more detailed, hands-on guidance. We understand that this format may not meet everyone's expectations, and we appreciate you sharing your perspective. Thank you again for bringing these concerns to our attention. We value your feedback and the opportunity to address what happened and use it as a learning experience for our team.
Great experience for student group. Highly recommend group cooking class.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! It was a lot of fun to host your group of students and we are so glad to have been a stop on your travels.
We went for a Girl Scout event and it was awesome!!! So organized and all the employees- chefs as my daughter called them, were just fantastic!!
Stephanie, thank you so much for your kind review! We are so glad your daughter had a great time getting creative in our Girl Scouts class. We can't wait to see what your daughter makes next!
Excelent place , good ambience. Fui dos veces y aprendi recetas increibles que nos quedaron deliciosas. La chef SiWei y Marta la dueña te hacen sentir como en tu casa. Muy recomendable ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Maura, thank you so much for your kind review! It sounds like this review may have been for another one of our locations, but we’re so glad to hear that you had a wonderful experience and enjoyed the class! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope you get the chance to join us again sometime!
What a fun and enjoyable way to spend time with my two teens. Each recipe came with specific cooking techniques that were easy to learn yet made us feel more proficient in the kitchen.
Andrea, thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear you and your teens had such a fun time together. We love hearing that you picked up some new skills along the way and left feeling more confident in the kitchen. It was a pleasure having you all, and we hope to see you again for another cooking adventure!
This was our second experience with Tastebuds, and once again, we continue to be impressed by their creativity, organization, and the way they manage every aspect of their programs—whether it’s camps or birthday parties. This summer, my 13-year-old daughter participated in a week-long International Chefs Cooking Camp, where the kids prepared a delicious three-course meal each day. Every cuisine they cooked was absolutely incredible, and each day my daughter came home so happy and excited to share what she had learned and made. Needless to say, we’re in love with Tastebuds all over again! ❤️ A huge thank you to the chefs and the entire team for creating such a fun, enriching, and memorable experience for our daughter. We truly appreciate all that you do!
Kanika, thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It means the world to our team to hear that your family has had such wonderful experiences with us. We're so happy your daughter enjoyed our International Chefs Cooking Camp and came home excited each day to share what she learned and created! Hearing that she had such a memorable and enriching experience is exactly what we hope for. We hope she continues cooking at home and keeps exploring all the delicious recipes and techniques she learned during camp! I'll be sure to pass your kind words along to Chef Dorothée and the rest of our team. We truly appreciate your support and can't wait to welcome your family back into our kitchen for another delicious adventure soon!
The class was fun, easy with clear instructions! The food was delicious! Will definitely be using these recipes at home
Lan, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you had a fun experience and that you found the class easy to follow. It makes us especially happy to know you'll be making the recipes again at home. The biscotti recipe is such a fun one to make whenever you're in the mood for a homemade treat, and we hope it becomes a favorite. We can't wait to cook with you again soon!
Good activity to do with my kiddo on a Saturday morning! Struggle to find things we can both enjoy and this hits both notes! Would recommend to other parents with young children.
Morgan, thank you so much for your lovely review! It makes us so happy to hear that you both enjoyed your time in our kitchen. We know it isn't always easy to find something that's just as much fun for parents as it is for kids, so hearing that you both had a great Saturday morning together really means a lot. We hope to see you back in the kitchen again soon!
Amazing and fun experience for kids!
Narmina, thank you so much for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear your kids had such a great time. Seeing children have fun while learning new cooking skills is exactly why we do what we do. We can't wait to welcome you and your family back for another fun-filled session!
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