Corporate Culinary Team Building at Taste Buds Kitchen NYC
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2.5 hours
Fitness Level
No specific fitness level required; suitable for all team members comfortable standing and moving in a kitchen.
Overview
Forget standard meetings. At Taste Buds Kitchen NYC, corporate events become hands-on culinary adventures that boost morale and build teamwork through cooking. Perfect for vibrant New York City teams.
Corporate Event
25 to 48 guests • Build camaraderie and boost team morale • BYOB
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About This Adventure
Experience a unique corporate culinary event that fosters teamwork and boosts morale! Create and savor a custom menu from scratch in a beautiful venue, encouraging creativity and fun. This interactive experience promises to be memorable, making it the perfect choice for entertaining clients or strengthening team bonds.
"My team absolutely LOVED this event!"
About
Entertain clients or build camaraderie and boost team morale with a unique corporate culinary event! Create your selected menu entirely from scratch and savor your culinary creations in our beautiful corporate event venue. Designed to spark creative conversation and fun for all, our events encourage participants to get active in the kitchen while they stir up delicious menus and a good time.
It's going to be your best corporate event yet!
Highlights
- Interactive & entertaining
- Easy, relaxed & fun
- Great for teams & clients
Included
- 2.5 hour private event
- Kitchen studio reserved just for you
- Amazing Chef host & culinary team
- Delicious menu of your choice (which you'll be cooking AND eating)
- BYOB (glasses and openers provided)
- Aprons for guests to cook in style
- Add-ons available
Bring Your Own Beverage (BYOB)
- Bring your own beer, wine, or bubbly (no liquor).
- We'll have glasses and openers waiting!
Available Upgrades
- Appetizer, Side Salad & Dessert Bites (all vegetarian & gluten-free) - Want to add on warm Spinach Artichoke Dip, Arugula Side Salad, and Chocolate Dessert Bites? We'll bring out the Spinach Artichoke Dip as a starter when you arrive. When your menu is ready for savor, we'll provide the yummy Arugula Side Salad and Chocolate Dessert Bites for the perfect finishing touch.
- Chef's Challenge - Teams will battle it out to create the "best" version of our recipes using special ingredients. Includes extra ingredients for the challenge recipe, paper chef hats for all competitors and a grand prize winning team. You bring the prize!
- Take-home aprons
- Lemonade and iced tea
Allergies & Outside Food
- 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.
- As a general rule for the safety of all guests, we do not allow outside food in our facility.
Pricing and Payment
- $1,428 for up to 12 guests + $119 each additional guest
- You are booking an event that guarantees 25 or more participants
- 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 on Time
Prompt arrival helps keep the event on schedule so you can make the most of your 2.5-hour session.
BYOB Preparation
Bring your own beer, wine, or bubbly—no liquor—to complement your meal; glasses and openers are provided.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Dress comfortably and casually, as you’ll be actively cooking and moving around the kitchen.
Communicate Allergies in Advance
Notify Taste Buds Kitchen ahead to accommodate dietary restrictions, though the facility uses shared equipment.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban hawks often circle above the Chelsea area, visible against the city skyline.
- Local squirrels and pigeons inhabit nearby parks and green spaces.
History
Chelsea, once an industrial district, has transformed into a creative hub blending art, design, and cuisine, making it an apt setting for Taste Buds Kitchen’s culinary collaborations.
Conservation
Taste Buds Kitchen incorporates sustainability by emphasizing local ingredients and minimizing waste during corporate events.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Shoes
Supportive footwear helps keep you comfortable during the hands-on event.
Casual Attire
Wear clothing that allows you to move freely and won’t be ruined if splattered.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the event, especially if it’s warm.
BYOB Beverage
Bring your preferred beer, wine, or bubbly to enjoy during the event.