Handmade Fresh Pasta from Scratch Team Building in NYC

Dive into a fun-filled cooking competition where teamwork and culinary skills meet! This isn't just a cooking class; it's a chance for your team to bond, laugh, and maybe even get a little competitive in the best way possible.

Event Highlights:

• Collaborative Cooking: Join forces with your colleagues, guided by expert chefs, to whip up some delicious dishes.
• Creative Challenges: With secret ingredients and a clock counting down, it’s a race to impress our judges.
• Expert Guidance: A Selfup assistant will be there to help with all the practical stuff, but the cooking secrets? Those are for you to discover!

Why You'll Love It:

• Boost Team Spirit: It's all about working together, solving problems on the fly, and getting those creative juices flowing.
• Discover Hidden Talents: Ever thought you could lead a team or manage a crisis? Here’s your chance to shine and learn something new about yourself.
• Build Lasting Bonds: More than just making great food, you'll be creating memories and stronger connections with your team.

Join the Adventure:

Get ready for a kitchen showdown that’s sure to spice up your team dynamics. Whether you’re a culinary novice or a kitchen pro, this event is a great way to mix things up and have a blast with your colleagues.

The ingredients selected for our mystery basket are chosen for their seasonal peak freshness and are intended to be sufficient for satisfying appetite.

So, are you ready to turn up the heat and make some unforgettable memories? Let’s get cooking!

Please Note: A minimum of 30 guests is required to host this event.

Get ready to unleash your culinary creativity with our homemade Asian dumplings and dim sum cooking classes!

Are you a fan of delicious, doughy, crispy, or golden brown dumplings? If so, you'll absolutely love our private group cooking classes focused on authentic Asian cuisine. Not only will you learn a new skill and add exciting dishes to your recipe repertoire, but you'll also enjoy a fun-filled experience with friends, family, partners, or coworkers while savoring your culinary creations.

Our New York cooking parties offer an exceptional opportunity to delve into the art of food preparation, cooking, and plating. Spend a delightful 3 hours bonding over the preparation of three unique dim sum delicacies.

Under the guidance of a private chef, you'll immerse yourself in the world of traditional Chinese ingredients, techniques, and utensils to create unforgettable Asian dumplings and dim sum. You'll be hands-on in making various types of dumplings, which include:

• Shu Mai with Shrimp: Master these open-faced dumplings, filled with a tantalizing mix of shrimp and traditional seasonings.
• Vietnamese Spring Roll: Learn the art of rolling these light, fresh spring rolls, bursting with vibrant flavors.
• Pork and Chive Jiaozi Dumpling: Uncover the secrets behind these savory pork and chive-filled dumplings.
• Turkey and Chili Oil Jiaozi Dumpling: Add a kick to your cooking with these unique dumplings, blending tender turkey with spicy chili oil.
• Mushroom and Tofu Jiaozi Dumpling: Dive into the vegetarian side of dim sum with these mushroom and tofu-packed dumplings.

Our group cooking classes are more than just a typical cooking course; at Selfup, we ensure your experience is educational, exhilarating, and inspiring. Engage with new friends, master new culinary skills, and enjoy great food and drinks. It's an experience you'll want to share with everyone, and with leftovers to savor the next day.

Consider sending a Selfup gift card to your loved ones, allowing them to experience the joy of crafting traditional Asian food from scratch. The gift of dumplings is a gift of memorable, joyous cooking!

Discover the ultimate pizza-making experience in New York City, where you'll learn the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine from expert chefs.

What You'll Master at Selfup

Join our New York City pizza making class and start your culinary journey with the essentials of authentic Italian cuisine. Here’s what you can expect to learn in our classes:

• Dough Preparation: Dive into the craft of creating the perfect dough, a foundational skill taught by our expert instructors.
• Cheese Crafting: Master the art of stretching your own fresh mozzarella.
• Topping Selection: Discover the best combinations of ingredients for authentic Italian toppings.
• Baking Techniques: Learn how to bake your pizza to perfection using various ovens and baking methods.

Delight Your Taste Buds

With the finest ingredients at your fingertips, including a variety of fresh toppings and the best dough, you’ll craft your own masterpiece in a fun, interactive pizza-making class.

Our pizza cooking class in NYC ensures that each participant learns the secrets to a crispy crust and tasty pizza, guided step-by-step by professional chefs in a local pizzeria setting.

Have Fun During the Cooking Class 

We teach you how to make authentic Italian pizza along with numerous other meals, while allowing you to have fun.

You can embark on this journey by yourself or book today with a group or partner.

Explore a variety of exquisite Italian dishes that will complement your pizza-making experience.

Caesar Salad with a Twist

Begin your food adventure with a classic Caesar salad, enhanced with homemade focaccia croutons and an anchovy paste dressing. We provide a vegetarian-friendly house dressing option to accommodate all our guests.

Master the Art of Mozzarella

With us, not only do you bake pizza, but you also learn to make the mozzarella that tops it. This segment of the pizza crafting class focuses on the techniques of hand-stretching mozzarella cheese, adding a layer of artisan skill to your cooking repertoire.

Focaccia Bread Demonstration

Witness the magic as simple ingredients transform into delectable focaccia bread. This demonstration will equip you with the knowledge to bake your own focaccia at home, bringing a piece of Italian tradition into your kitchen.

Sweet Ending: Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Conclude your cooking class with a group activity where you'll make chewy cookies with deep, nutty flavor using browned butter. This dessert is not only a treat to eat but also a fun and educational way to end your cooking experience.

Transform your team meetings into a culinary adventure with our Business Brunch Team Building experience in NYC. This exclusive class is designed to foster teamwork and collaboration through the art of cooking a sumptuous morning feast.

Kick off your day by creating fluffy Lemon Raspberry Ricotta Pancakes, where each bite harmonizes tartness with sweetness, enriched by creamy ricotta. Elevate your team's brunch skills with luxurious country-style French Toast, crowned with a silky Blueberry Ricotta Cream, marrying classic comfort with a hint of elegance.

Dive into the art of making the perfect Eggs Benedict, presented over crisp pancetta for a savory ensemble that promises to delight. This team-building class is more than a meal—it's an opportunity to bond, learn, and indulge in a shared culinary journey that enhances mornings.

Looking to inspire your team or celebrate success? Join us and turn your business brunch into a memorable feast that strengthens team connections.

If you’ve ever had the luxury of trying traditional French food, you probably know how richly satisfying it can be, but how hard it is to master. That’s why Selfup NYC designed authentic French group cooking classes–the perfect team-building activity for you to spruce up your culinary skills and learn how to make French delicacies–the right way.

In our French Steakhouse Team Building class, explore the flavors of France through prepping and cooking savory dishes that you'll be eager to recreate at home.

• Dive into our French Steakhouse class by crafting a classic Salade Niçoise, featuring lettuce, tomatoes, potatoes, your seared tuna, and soft-boiled eggs for a mix of fresh flavors and textures.
• Moving on, you'll delve into the art of preparing filet au Poivre. Our skilled chefs will guide you in cooking this prime cut of meat to perfection. You'll also learn to make a spicy demi-glace from the meat drippings, enhanced with green peppercorns and a generous splash of brandy.
• To accompany your steak, we've added roasted potatoes and asparagus to the menu, bringing a perfect balance of earthy and fresh flavors to your plate.
• Finally, no French meal is complete without the iconic Creme Brûlée. You'll discover the secrets of creating this flambeed dessert, a classic that adds a sweet, indulgent finish to your sumptuous meal.

Team building experiences offer a unique and playful way to connect with friends, family, and colleagues.

Plus, we've added a "Plating Challenge" for team buildings: compete to see which table can create the most beautifully decorated salad platter.

Whether you're a couple, friends, or coworkers, gather your group, pick a date, and prepare for an unforgettable culinary adventure.

Are you looking for a holidays gift? Go get your family and friends Selfup Cooking Class Gift Cards and bring the entire group an unforgettable experience for your entire team! 

When it comes to Italian food, people may say it’s a quick and easy meal that doesn’t require much thought to cook. But the truth is that Italian food can be fun to eat and even more fun to cook! If you’ve been looking to upgrade your cooking skills while connecting with your team, check out our Selfup NYC team building activity and learn to cook a delicious Italian dinner and tiramisu dessert.

During this group cooking class with your team, you’ll be able to grow closer together while you create a delicious and multicourse meal filled with dishes like:

• Fresh Green Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette: A lively mix of greens with irresistible balsamic dressing.
• Hand-Stretched Mozzarella Cheese: Perfectly pliable mozzarella, a true artisanal delight.
• Ravioli with Ricotta Filling: Fluffy ravioli generously filled with dreamy ricotta.
• Fettuccine in Marinara or Pesto Sauce: Choose between the classic, savory flavors of a rich marinara sauce or the indulgent delight of Pesto sauce, both perfectly complementing our silky fettuccine.
• Chicken Marsala: Succulent chicken in rich marsala sauce, pure culinary grace.
• Luscious Tiramisu: A delightful symphony of flavors in our irresistible tiramisu.

Experience a fun and unforgettable night with your team and grow closer to the people you work with daily. Round out this team building event of delicious food with a phenomenal and classic dessert of tiramisu and remember the evening every time you cook this dessert in the future.

Have fun with Your Family, Friends, and Workmates With Our Italian Cooking Class! Get them SelfUp Gift Cards This Holiday For Your Team Building Plan!

It’s time for a team building activity that brings something new to the table – literally!

This Selfup team bonding event includes the opportunity to master making authentic Japanese sushi with the help of our experienced chef, right in the heart of New York.

Our experienced chef, will help you focus your efforts on crafting Japanese dishes that taste great and look impeccably delicate and artsy.

Our hands-on cooking class focuses on both modern Japanese food and sushi rolls that are more Americanized. You'll become an expert at fusing the two diverse cultures together to create melt-in-your-mouth sushi, and we guarantee you'll want to show off your new skills to all your friends at your next dinner party.

During this multi-course sushi-making experience, you'll learn how to work with delicious things such as:

• Edamame and Seaweed Snacks: Start your culinary journey with a refreshing appetizer of crunchy edamame and savory seaweed snacks.
• Miso Soup Demonstration: Kick off the class with a live demonstration on how to prepare traditional Miso Soup, a staple of Japanese cuisine.
• Intermission with Soup and Tempura: Enjoy a mid-class break to savor the freshly made Miso Soup and crispy tempura.
• Crispy Rice: Dive into the art of making Crispy Rice, a deliciously textured dish that's a favorite for its golden crunch and versatility.
• Sushi Making: Dive into crafting your own sushi rolls. Experiment with a variety of ingredients for a personalized sushi experience.

You'll spend time understanding the origin of classic Japanese dishes before laying the foundation to acquire excellent presentation skills, which is an essential aspect of any Japanese meal.

This experience gets even better when you actually sit down to eat your artful creations with your group. You'd be silly to pass up on this one-of-a-kind sushi-making cooking class, so before you opt for dining out for Japanese, consider this culinary experience a way to connect more with your favorite, nutrient-dense foods.

During this group cooking class, your team will be required to come together to master a wide range of skills and techniques. While sushi is definitely one star of the show, there’s so much more to learn and enjoy!

The strongest teams are forged in shared experiences where they come together and learn to trust one another while valuing the talents that each brings to the group.

Selfup team building activities help build those bonds while also imparting amazing cooking skills and giving your team the chance to enjoy an incredible meal together!

Get ready for a grand Mexican-style food fiesta that will send you straight into a siesta!

Our Mexican Fiesta Team Building multi-course cooking class grants you the opportunity to learn how to make authentic Mexican dishes from scratch – tortillas, salsa, and all! You'll never miss the pre-made stuff after learning to prepare it with fresh and simplified ingredients!

Whether you've got an upcoming birthday or anniversary or simply want to reward your employees for their hard work, our team building cooking courses are a great way to bond as a group and learn new skills together.

This culinary class will teach you how to work with delicious things such as:

• Corn and Flour Tortillas: Get hands-on and craft soft, fresh tortillas using fresh masa.
• Chicken Mole & Enchiladas: Learn to prepare these classics with homemade sauces.
• Fish Tacos: Find the perfect balance of crunch and softness in these fresh tacos.
• Pork Tamales: Enjoy braised pork in juicy tamales with a spicy sauce.
• Churro Flavored Ice Cream: Savor the unique taste of churro-flavored ice cream, blending the sweet, cinnamon-infused essence of churros into a creamy, delightful dessert.

Discover the rich history of Mexican cuisine as our expert chef leads you through preparing and plating traditional dishes. From shaping tortillas to crafting the perfect mole, you'll enjoy a mix of cooking and camaraderie. End the night on a sweet note with homemade churros that'll have everyone craving more.

No need for a trip to Mexico when you can bring its flavors to your kitchen. Book now or explore more team-building cooking classes with Selfup in NYC!

Eating healthy doesn’t have to mean eating bland food!

Our group cooking classes and team building activities at Selfup NYC are an exciting way to try out new ingredient combinations and learn innovative recipes in a social and inviting group setting. As a team, you will create a wholesome main entrée and a side dish from scratch that will nourish your mind, body, and soul.

To start off the team-building activity, our renowned chefs will teach you the basics of creating an ancient grain farro-based salad. Farro has a handful of health benefits and is packed with protein and fiber, which makes it a great substitute for other common, less nutritious starches such as rice and potatoes. In this cooking class, you’ll pair it with an assortment of herbs and fresh tomatoes for a refreshing starter to your main dish. This versatile grain is so delightful to eat that you’ll be dying to include it in your future dishes for added texture and nutrients.

For the main dish, you’ll utilize zoodles–also known as zucchini noodles–which you’ll form from scratch. Zucchini noodles are a fantastic noodle alternative to other carb-loaded noodle options that contain gluten. Zucchini noodles provide nutrients you won’t find in regular pasta, and their texture offers a unique spin on traditional-style noodles. To top it all off, you’ll be guided through making a delicately creamy avocado pesto sauce. All this yummy and healthy goodness is to be accompanied by fresh sautéed shrimp to create a more dynamic and flavorful dish.

We want to encourage food lovers to practice mindful eating, and team-building activities provide a space to share knowledge on how beneficial and adaptable healthy foods truly are. What better way to engage in a team bonding experience than through learning how to fuel your body with healthy yet satiating foods that your whole family will love?

Get creative and try new things with your colleagues, friends, family, and loved ones. Share the love and get Selfup Cooking Class Gift Cards to bring this unique experience to those that are near and dear to you.