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Hands-On Kids’ Birthday Party at Taste Buds Kitchen NYC - New York City

Hands-On Kids’ Birthday Party at Taste Buds Kitchen NYC

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2 hours

Fitness Level

No special physical fitness required; suitable for children ages 9-13.

Overview

Celebrate your child’s next birthday in New York City with a private, hands-on cooking party at Taste Buds Kitchen. Kids aged 9-13 cook, compete, and create in a safe, nut-free kitchen while parents relax.

New York, New York

Birthday Party (Ages 9-13)

2 hours • Up to 24 guests

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About This Adventure

Celebrate an unforgettable birthday with a hands-on cooking party designed for young chefs aged 9-13! Choose from a multi-course menu or exciting culinary challenges, ensuring kids stay engaged while you relax. With a private kitchen, expert chefs, and delicious creations, this is the ultimate birthday experience for aspiring cooks!

"Best birthday party ever!"

About

Perfect for chefs turning 9-13 years old, we'll whip up and enjoy a multi-course menu or choose one of our challenge events to fire up friendly competition. We keep the kids engaged and entertained so you can sit back and enjoy the party too! Ready, set, cook!

Included

  • 2 hour private event
  • Kitchen studio reserved just for you
  • Amazing Chef host & culinary instructors
  • Delicious menu of your choice (which you'll be cooking AND eating)
  • Special gift for the birthday child
  • Balloon decor & snacks
  • Chef party hats & borrowed aprons guests
  • Paper goods & water cups
  • Birthday blow-out
  • Add-ons available
  • Nut-free & allergy-friendly

Don't miss our signature Gingerbread House Birthday Parties!

  • Offered in December for ages 3-13. Learn more and reserve your party.

Available Upgrades

  • Cupcake Decorating - A perfect pairing with non-cupcake menus, we'll provide one freshly baked cupcake per child to decorate! A great option in lieu of bringing in a birthday cake.
  • Milkshakes & Mix-ins - A perfect pairing with any menu, we'll make vanilla milkshakes customized with tasty mix-ins and toppings!
  • Take-home aprons as party favors
  • Lemonade

Drop-off Parties & Chaperone Limit

  • We recommend a drop-off party. If parents would like to stay, we have a limit of one adult per child with the exception of the birthday child's parents and grandparents.

Birthday Celebration

  • We'll sing happy birthday with the sweet treat that we create during your party! Those who select a savory menu will want to add-on cupcake decorating for the birthday blow out (which we strongly recommend).

Allergies

  • All of our menus are nut-free. If you have a different dietary restriction, select a menu that clearly notes the allergen that will be avoided. While recipes will be free of those ingredients, we are not an allergy-free facility and use shared cooking tools. Give us a call to discuss allergy modifications beyond what is listed to ensure we are able to accommodate.

Outside Food (including Birthday Cakes)

As a general rule for the safety of all guests, we do not allow outside food. All of our menus are nut-free and we take food allergies very seriously. For kids' birthday parties, we do make limited exceptions only as outlined below. If you plan to bring in outside food, you must inform us at least 5 days prior to your event and an outside food fee will be added to your booking. All items must be nut-free and not require a heat source, refrigeration or freezer space. Plates, cups, utensils and napkins will be provided. Please bring these items with you when you arrive. No advanced deliveries will be accepted. Taste Buds Kitchen reserves the right to turn away any outside food that does not adhere to our policy.

  • Birthday Cake - For savory menus, we always recommend our cupcake decorating add-on in lieu of a cake to enhance participant's hands-on culinary experience. If your selected menu already includes cupcakes, we'll simply add a candle to the birthday child's cupcake creation so it's photo-ready for the big "Happy Birthday" blowout moment. But if a full cake is a must-have family tradition, you may bring one. We’ll cut and serve your cake to the guests when it's time to eat.

  • Snacks for Chaperones – Though we strongly recommend parent drop-off for our birthday parties to keep the spotlight on the birthday child and their friends and due to space constraints, you may wish to provide light snacks for a small group of chaperones. Birthday parents may bring in up to two platters for their chaperone guests. Outside food must arrive on platters ready for service so adults can help themselves while our culinary crew focuses on leading the party experience for your child and friends.

  • Snacks for Children – Party guests will make - and eat - the delicious menu you've selected! As our parties include plenty of food for the kiddos and participants will be engaged throughout the party, outside food is unnecessary and discouraged. Should you still feel the need to bring in something additional, snacks for the children must arrive ready for service so our team can pass them out when it’s time to eat.

Pricing and Payment

  • $1,595 for up to 10 guests + $69 each additional guest
  • You are booking a party for a maximum of 24 children. If you'd like a larger party, please reach out to us to make sure we are able to accommodate.
  • A deposit of $500 (plus taxes and fees) will be collected at time of booking. Your card will be encrypted and stored so we can charge the remaining balance 5 days prior to your event. If your event falls on a Tuesday or Wednesday, the card on file will be charged the preceding Friday.
  • Required 18% gratuity for your culinary team

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early for Check-In

Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes before the party start time to settle in and allow kids to get acquainted with the culinary space.

Notify About Allergies in Advance

All menus are nut-free, but for other dietary restrictions call ahead to confirm accommodations to ensure everyone’s safety.

Limit Adult Guests

To keep the party focused, only one adult per child is allowed, except for the birthday child’s parents and grandparents.

Parking and Transit Options

Public transit is recommended due to limited parking; several bus and subway lines serve the Chelsea neighborhood nearby.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Urban songbirds such as sparrows and pigeons
  • Seasonal butterfly species around neighborhood green spaces

History

Chelsea, once an industrial neighborhood, has evolved into a vibrant hub of culture, art, and innovative food experiences, making it a fitting setting for culinary events.

Conservation

Taste Buds Kitchen promotes sustainability by encouraging minimal food waste and sourcing ingredients mindful of environmental impact.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable Clothes

Essential

Wear easy-to-move-in clothing that can handle light kitchen messes.

Non-slip Shoes

Essential

Closed-toe, non-slip footwear is recommended for safety in the kitchen workspace.

Apron (Optional)

While aprons are provided, kids can bring their own favorite apron for a personal touch.

Water Bottle

Stay hydrated before and after the party, especially if traveling in warmer months.