Company Events That Bring Your Team Together &
The Best Corporate Bonding Ideas in New York
Looking to energize your team and strengthen collaboration? Combine culinary creativity and lasting connection with a Private Company Cooking Class or Competition. Corporate team-building activities or exercises we offer are designed to improve collaboration, communication, and trust among employees within an organization. These company offsite events can take many forms, but a COOKING CHALLENGE will invoke problem-solving games, collaboration, and creativity around a common denominator...FOOD! The key to successful team-building is making sure the activities are engaging and inclusive, and the goal is to foster stronger relationships, improve teamwork skills, and boost morale; ultimately helping to create a more cohesive and productive work environment.
Our Most Popular Interactive Team Building Events
THE MCP PROGRAM
A three-course Cooking Activity followed by a three-course sit-down meal. This non-competitive, lesson-style event allows employees to connect around a common denominator, FOOD! Perhaps you’d like to try our NYC Pizza Lessons.
Vibe
Laid back, optimal for human connection and mingling. Perfect for infrequent company get-togethers where participants can re-connect in a warm, engaging, and friendly setting. You'll make great memories and fantastic food!
How is this Teambuilding?
The MCP Program is a fantastic way to foster connection and camaraderie among employees!
Vibe
Laid back, optimal for human connection and mingling. Perfect for infrequent company get-togethers where participants can re-connect in a warm, engaging, and friendly setting. You'll make great memories and fantastic food!
How is this Teambuilding?
The MCP Program is a fantastic way to foster connection and camaraderie among employees!
THE DINNER DUEL
Professional Chefs help brainstorm ideas & guide participants as they Duel it Out. Your two teams make three dishes per team. Guests race to the finish making enough food for everyone in this Iron Chef Style Activity. Events conclude with a six dish family style meal & catered dessert. Don't be scared... a successful finish is guaranteed, but expect some exciting curve balls along the way!
Vibe
High intensity game play, optimal for foodies and competitive cooks, but no experience is required for success. Great for scientists, academics, finance teams.
How is this Teambuilding?
While some might think competition is the antithesis of teambuilding, giving your group the autonomy to brainstorm and make choices together will allow will allow for another level of teamwork...make the dream work!
Vibe
High intensity game play, optimal for foodies and competitive cooks, but no experience is required for success. Great for scientists, academics, finance teams.
How is this Teambuilding?
While some might think competition is the antithesis of teambuilding, giving your group the autonomy to brainstorm and make choices together will allow will allow for another level of teamwork...make the dream work!
BATTLE OF THE BITES
Head to the kitchen & join your team. After pulling ingredients from mystery drawers, guests work with our Chef instructors to determine what will be made. Each team delivers two bite-sized creations to the judges table before hilariously giving their sales pitch. After enjoying a first course of items made in the battle, participants then relax for a catered main and dessert made by MCP.
Vibe
Best suited for type-A personalities & groups arriving after a long day of work/meetings. Great for lawyers, sales groups, and advertising teams.
How is this Teambuilding?
The essence of team building where creativity, production systems, and team spirit are an absolute must!
Vibe
Best suited for type-A personalities & groups arriving after a long day of work/meetings. Great for lawyers, sales groups, and advertising teams.
How is this Teambuilding?
The essence of team building where creativity, production systems, and team spirit are an absolute must!
Read Our Amazing Reviews!
MISSY STANAFORD
NARRATIVE 4 INC.
NARRATIVE 4 INC.
"We recently held a team- building event at My Cooking Party. I cannot recommend this organization enough. The entire process was incredibly organized from first queries to execution of the event. The staff behind the scenes and on site are all professional and skilled at what they do. I highly recommend this organization and their offerings for your events. The food was amazing as well."
Sofia Long
OLIVER WYMAN
OLIVER WYMAN
"We recently had a team event at My Cooking Party, and it was such a unique and memorable experience! The whole team had a blast bonding over the friendly competition—they really brought our company values to life in a fun and engaging way. If you're looking for a team-building activity that's both fun and meaningful, I highly recommend MCP!"
AUDRA QUALLEY
Regal AI
Regal AI
"This is an awesome place to take your company for a team building event! It got people up on their feet and doing an activity they maybe normally wouldn't get to do with their colleagues. They run a well oiled machine (no pun intended) over there and we had the best time. Thanks to the incredible staff for leading an unforgettable event!"
Why Businesses Choose My Cooking Party
for Team Bonding Experiences
Team Bonding That Feels Natural
Forget the awkward icebreakers. Our hands-on cooking events foster teamwork in a casual, energizing environment. Coworkers collaborate, problem-solve, and laugh - often over a glass of wine - as they create gourmet dishes together.Fully Managed, Stress-Free Planning
We handle every detail, from menu planning and ingredient prep to on-site coordination. You get a turn-key experience that's simple to book and easy to execute - so you can focus on your team, not logistics.Customizable for Any Group or Goal
Whether you're planning a leadership retreat, client appreciation event, or department-wide celebration, our programs scale to fit your team size, budget, and objectives. Virtual and in-person formats are available.An Experience They'll Remember
Instead of another forgettable dinner or meeting, treat your team to an interactive event that surprises and delights. Cooking together sparks camaraderie - and leaves everyone with something to talk about long after the last bite.CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW
Frequent Questions
What makes cooking a good team building activity?
Cooking is an excellent team-building activity for several reasons:
- Collaboration: It requires team members to work together towards a common goal, promoting cooperation and communication.
- Creativity: Participants can express their creativity through meal preparation, allowing for a fun and engaging experience.
- Problem-Solving: Cooking often involves overcoming challenges, such as time constraints or ingredient substitutions, which encourages teamwork and quick thinking.
- Shared Accomplishment: Completing a meal together gives a sense of achievement and can foster a sense of pride among team members.
- Social Interaction: The informal setting of cooking allows for relaxed interactions, helping team members to bond and strengthen relationships.
- Learning Opportunities: Team members can learn new skills from each other, fostering growth and development.
- Cultural Exchange: Cooking can introduce different cuisines and traditions, promoting diversity and understanding within the team.
Can we customize our corporate cooking experience?
My Cooking Party offers tried and tested programming that allows guests to live out their Cooking TV and Game Show Fantasies. Menus are selected based on client preferences and overtime can be added to events if guests would like to do something outside of the scheduled programming.How large can our group be?
We can accommodate groups of up to 120 people at our own location, and larger teams at offsite venues.
Contact us today at 212.686.2433 or CLICK HERE to plan an event.
