Corporate Team Building Culinary Experiences
Welcome! I'm so glad you've joined my foodie familia.
Explore the exciting corporate team building experiences I offer, including interactive cooking classes, wine tastings, and culinary challenges designed to bring your team closer together.
Whether you’re looking for hands-on cooking experiences or virtual team-building events, I provide tailored culinary activities to create memorable moments and foster collaboration.
I look forward to cooking with & for your team!
Cheers,
Chef Steph
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Top Corporate Team Building Events: Tailored Experiences for Your Team
Discover our most popular team building events designed to bring your corporate team together. If you're looking for something unique, just let us know!
Iron Chef Taco Competition
$200 Per Guest/$2400 Minimum
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2.5-3 Hours
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12-20 Guests (24 Max & Its Snug)
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3-5 Teams Of 3-6 Guests Per Team
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Includes Sparkling & Still Water
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Includes Appetizer Upon Arrival: Guacamole, Pico De Gallo, Roasted Salsa, Salsa Verde & Queso Fundido
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Each Team Makes A Different Type Of Taco
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Taco Options: Ground Beef, Chicken, Potato & Pepper, Chorizo, Pork Tenderloin
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Dough Demonstration Taught By Chef
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Each Team Makes Homemade Corn Tortillas
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Dessert Included: Flan or Tres Leches or Dessert Charcuterie
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See Add On Options & Variables In Pricing Below
Charcuterie Pairing & Wine Tasting
$250 Per Person/$3000 Minimum
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Up To 2 Hours
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12-20 Guests
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Sparkling & Still Water Included
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5 Wines
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Suprise Amuse Bouche Included (Chef Inspired)
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Each Guest Gets An Individual Tasting Board: 3 Cheeses, 2 Meats, Fruit, Nuts, Jam, Bread, Crackers, Etc (Enough For A Meal)
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Professional Wine Tasting Lesson
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Stemless Wine Glassware Used
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Wine Tasting Print Outs To Keep
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Welcome Note Printed With Company Logo At Each Seat
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Chocolate Dessert Pairing Included
Iron Chef Empanada Competition
$200 Per Guest/$2400 Minimum
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2.5-3 Hours
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12-20 Guests (24 Max & Its Snug)
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3-5 Teams Of 3-6 Guests Per Team
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Includes Sparkling & Still Water
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Includes Appetizer Upon Arrival: Guacamole, Pico De Gallo, Roasted Salsa, Salsa Verde & Queso Fundido
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Each Team Makes A Different Type Of Empanada
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Empanada Options: Argentinean Ground Beef, Chicken, Potato & Pepper, Chorizo, Pork Tenderloin, Apple, Cheese & Chile
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Each Team Handfolds The Empanadas
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Dough Demonstration Taught By Chef
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Dessert Included: Flan or Tres Leches or Dessert Charcuterie
Cooking Classes
$200 Per Guest/$2400 Minimum
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Cooking Classes Are Full Lessons & Not For Competitions. Not As Popular For Team Building As Chef Is Talking A Lot More
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Cooking Class Options: Pastas, Breads, Tamales
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2-3 Hours
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12-16 Guests
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Sparkling & Still Water Included
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Small Bites Upon Arrival Included
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Dessert Included
Applicable Taxes Apply & Gratuities Are Always Appreciated
Corporate Event Add-On Options: Enhance Your Experience
Venue's Wine Menu
Sold By The Bottle Only
Sparkling Rose $24
Rose $17
Sauvignon Blanc $18
Reisling $18
Dessert Wine $
Chardonnay $18
Pinot Noir $29
Cabernet $28
Red Blend $24
Cookie Decorating Kit Gift
Inquire For Cost
Plateware
We use disposables for cooking classes. You can add on plateware for $40 per person.
Includes the following rentals: wine glasses, water glasses, plates, silverware, steak knives, linen napkins
Sourdough Starter Gift
$18 Each
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$22 Each Shipped
Venue's Beer Menu
Mama's Little Bo Pilsner ~ $6 Each
Swami IPA ~ $7 Each
Beachwood Lager ~ $6 Each
El Sully Mexican Lager ~ $7
On Demand Classes Gift
On demand classes are $10-25.
Lets say you did a bread class, you can include the on demand bread class to help them when they re-make the bread again at home with their loved ones. It would be theirs to keep & re-use anytime.
Non Alcoholic Beverages
$5 Per Person
Mixed Soda Selection
Apron With Logo Gift
Starts At $48 Per Apron
Tortilla Press Gift
$48 Per Guest
Tortilla Making Gift Box
$145 Per Guest
Tortilla Press
Warming Pouch
Flat Griddle/Comal
Masa
Bread Making Gift Box
$165 Each
Includes bread making on demand class, danish dough hook, levain, levain jar, proofing basket, flour, instant yeast, bread lame, oven thermometer, digital thermometer, printed & digital recipes, includes shipping
Acacia Wood Cutting Board Gift
With Engraved Logo: $95
Without Logo: $55
Essential Information & Frequently Asked Questions for Corporate Events
I run our events out of a large shared commercial kitchen called "The Hood Kitchen", located in an industrial building near the John Wayne Airport. 350 Clinton St, Costa Mesa, CA. Your event is held in a private kitchen there. When you enter the building turn right immediately. Walk all the way down the hallway and turn right at the last door & you will have arrived.
There is plenty of parking.
Yes. All events over 30 days away require a non refundable $500 deposit. If the event is less than 30 days away the balance is due in full upon booking.
No. All wine & beer must be purchased through The Hood Kitchen Venue.
No. The venue is not licensed to allow liquor consumption.
Yes, many. Please see important consumption regulations at the bottom of this page.
No. We do not offer refunds for events for any reason once booked & paid. We do not offer refunds if guests cancel or no show in less than 30 days. When booking set your event to the minimum # of guests you know you will have. You can add on guests up to 7 days before the event if needed. Check your booking contract in detail prior to paying & booking.
1-3 months in advance. The venue & dates often fill 3 months in advance, so I recommend securing event dates with a deposit early.
We can accommodate dietary restrictions & allergies with advance notice, prior to setting the menu for your event. Please ask all of your team to confirm prior to setting the menu.
Absolutely. This is the list to choose from, but, if you want something else feel free to ask. Pricing may vary but options are endless!
Yes its possible. Pricing may vary. Rentals & additional staff are needed offsite.
In our venue we comfortably fit 12-20 guests in our space. You can "squeeze" up to 24, if you are ok with it being a tight fit. If you have a larger group we can split your event up in two seperate events back to back. Or, we can host your event offsite, however additional fees will apply.
"While in California for business, my team and I participated in one of Chef Stephanie's cooking class "battles" as a team building event. This was quite literally one of the best experiences and events that we have ever planned. Chef Stephanie and her team provided not only a fun, inviting, and delicious event - but the attention she gave to our team is worth more than 5 stars. If you are looking for a fun activity, great coaching, and good food - I 100% recommend Chef Stephanie for your next event. Can't wait to come back next year for another amazing cooking experience. Thank you so much for everything Chef Stephanie!!!"
— Amy S., Abbvie Company
"I've worked with Chef Stephanie on multiple corporate virtual events. She consistently produces fun and engaging experiences which is so impressive due to the temptation to multi-task we all face when we're in front of a screen. Attendees often stay on much longer than the original duration because they are genuinely having fun. Our virtual events consist of some technical content that can be dry but Chef Stefanie takes the time to understand the objectives and audience to create one cohesive experience. She's super quick to respond, very organized and a dream to work with as not all event vendors are created equal. I really appreciate the creativity, flexibility and professionalism Chef Stephanie brings to the table and hope to work with her over and over again!
Amerit D., CBI Secure