Virtual Events
Our team of professional chefs, event designers and educators will bring friends, colleagues and even strangers together to celebrate with everyone’s favorite … food! Did we mention that we have a Food Network Chopped Champion in our ranks? Meet our Chefs
STEP 1: CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
TEAM BUILDING & GROUP COOKING CLASSES
Each of our unique and interactive experiences includes a Zoom link, ingredient & equipment list, Professionally-led class with Sous Chef Moderator, option to ship Ingredient Kits to guests, take-home recipe, and a live musician performance to close out the event.
A. Artistas Cook-Along (1.5hr)
Ideal for groups looking to learn something new in the kitchen or to create something delicious together; great for the whole family to be involved!
Example Flow: After introducing the group, we'll begin our culinary excursion led by our Head Chef. We'll make cooking easy by breaking techniques down to digestible steps and always teaching "intuitive cooking" so you can start improvising on you own in the kitchen. - Pricing & Deadlines: Package start a $975; price dependent on group size. Please plan to book your event 4-weeks in advance if you're interested in having Ingredient Kits shipped.
B. Culinary Social with Happy Hour and/or Dessert OR Custom Flow (2Hr)
Perfect for teams/groups who have a few foodies or want to have some extra time to connect; we'll customize the event flow to meet your vision.
- 2Hr class required for groups of 100+
Example Flow: Whether it's a networking, client meet-and-greet, or awards night, we're happy to customize our event flow to meet your vision and goals. In this 2-hour event, you can choose between a Happy Hour (cocktail or wine tasting) and/or Dessert OR customizing up to 30min for networking, presentations, awards, and more!- Pricing & Deadlines: Package starts a $1200; price dependent on group size. Please plan to book your event 4-weeks in advance if you're interested in having Ingredient Kits shipped.
C. Chef Eliza's Virtual Cooking Competition (2Hrs; up to 50p)
Led by Chef Eliza Martin, a Food Network' "Chopped" Champion, this is our MOST interactive experience and is perfect for team-building. From culinary trivia and kitchen scavenger hunts, to a surprise secret ingredient and pristine plating, get ready for an unmatched cooking competition!
- Featuring: Chopped-Champion Chef; secret ingredient challenge; kitchen trivia & challenges; prize for winning team
- Example Flow: Our friendly competition starts with team asignments and breakout rooms to decide team names and recipe approach. Points will be awarded for trivia questions, kitchen tool use, beautiful plating, presentations, secret ingredient use, and more. Winning teams will take home the winning prize ... Chef Eliza's autograph and Chopped-winning recipe!
- Pricing & Deadlines: Package starts a $1950; price dependent on group size. Please plan to book your event 4-weeks in advance if you're interested in having Ingredient Kits shipped.
D. Dinner & A Show
Add on a live performance to your cooking experience. Choose from two amazing musicians depending on your desired vibe.
Featuring: Unlimited guests; live musical performance to conclude our class- Option 1 - Kitchen Cabaret (elegant, jazzy, smooth): Pair your course with the perfect sonic aperitif: Jackie Gage and her velvety voice sings beautiful songs from jazz to folk to pop.
- Option 2 - Disco Dance Party (lively, upbeat, groovy): From Coachella to your kitchen, Golden Bell Music knows how to get the dance party cookin'! Featuring rotating DJs and live horns.
- Pricing & Deadlines: Package starts a $1500; price dependent on group size and perforrmance length. Please plan to book your event 4-weeks in advance if you're interested in having Ingredient Kits shipped.
CULINARY GIFT Box
Gourmet Appetizers Gift Box: Whether you’re gifting to a hostess or hosting a party of your own, this kit is simple and sure to impress! Box includes most ingredients to make a delicious Herbed Onion Soup Dip, crowd-pleasing Smoked Oyster Dip & refreshing Arnold Palmer Mixer to enjoy alongside.
*Note this offering is a gift-only and does not include a live cooking class.
STEP 2: CHOOSE YOUR MENU
Ingredient Kits Available to Ship
Seasonal
*LIMITED TIME* Fiesta De Artistas
A fan-favorite inspired by Cinco de Mayo … chips and dip! We’ll make Golden Flax Masa Chips (from scratch!), Adobo Salsa & Rosey Rosemary Margaritas … salud!
*SPRING* Hibiscus Risotto Rumba
Stirring turns into dancing in this creamy and classic rice dish, with a hibiscus twist! Created with a few simple culinary techniques along with some beautiful garnishing skills, this dish is whipped up while being serenaded by a live musician.
*SPRING* Aglio e Olio
We make our pasta dough from scratch, learn how to roll and cut tender tagliolini, transform simple ingredients into a spring soiree, and top it all off with a craveable crumb topping.
*SPRING* Alfajores Dulce De Leche Cookies
This is a class for cookie lovers. Learn to make an easy, Spanish inspired dulce de leche filling (or fondue), craft a special shortbread, and indulge your sweet senses.
*SPECIAL OFFER* Dip, Sip, Hooray! (45-min class)
In this quick and simple 45 minute class, learn to whip up and dip up the perfect snack platter. Score big with our delicious arnold palmer mixer, herbed onion soup dip and smoked oyster dip … it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Classics
Tokyo Disco Udon Noodles
This noodle making class is a fun spin on the traditional Japanese art of crafting udon in broth. Bring your clean socks as we’ll be dancing together in the kitchen! Recommended for vegan guests; our best seller. Check out our all-inclusive "Ultimate Udon Disco Party" which includes a live music dance party!
NEW! Savory Summer Squash Calzones
In this class you will learn how to make a fast-rising dough from scratch and create a couple of creamy calzones with a burst of spring flavor. These gourmet calzones will please and surprise, leaving you with a new talent under your belt.
NEW! Mushroom “Carnitas” Tacos with Adobo Sauce
Learn the art of handmade tortillas adorned with sensational plant-based carnitas. Add a dash of heat with our homemade adobo sauce and limon crema.
Grocery Lists Sent in Advance
- *SPIRNG* Sweet & Savory Galettes: Learn some of the secrets to make these rustic & rich French galettes. They are delicious at any time of the day, brunch or happy hour, and are a sure way to delight!
- *SPRING*" One Pan Wonder" Citrus Roasted Salmon and Vegetables with Farro Pilaf: Enjoy a succulent salmon or tofu with a flavorful pilaf and roasted veggies. This one-pan wonder is sure to bring joy to your weeknight!
- *SPRING* Seafood Paella Perfecto: Learn a few basic tricks to make cooking traditional seafood paella a breeze. Prepare a seasonal medley of chicken, sausage, mussels, and shrimp, cooked in a citrus butter jus with saffron-steamed rice.
- California Taco Bar: learn how to make your corn tortillas from scratch and how to authentically season your fillings for the ultimate taco.
- Potsticker Wars: We will be making our potstickers from scratch and competing to see which team makes the best shapes and most original fillings
- The Great Bake Off: Ready to participate in our upscale version of our favorite pastry: the quintessential cupcake? This is a fun and creative class where we make our cupcakes and frosting from scratch. Great for both kids and adults.
Step 3: Choose Your Add-Ons
- Ingredient Kits Shipped: Available within the Continental US through USPS. Addresses due 3-wks prior to event.
- Hand-Paired Wine Bottles Shipped: Choose one or three bottles of our custom-paired wines to serve alongside your chosen menu.
- Master Sommelier Wine Tasting: Invite our in-house Master Sommelier, Catherine Fallis, to lead a customized tasting before we cook.
- Holiay Appetizers Gift Box: Box includes most ingredients to make a delicious Herbed Onion Soup Dip, crowd-pleasing Smoked Oyster Dip & refreshing Arnold Palmer Mixer to enjoy alongside.
- Custom Video Memory: Our video editing team will curate a customized video snapshot complete with your company logo to highlight the best moments during the experience.
- Make it a Happy Hour: Kick off your cooking experience with a mocktail/cocktail lesson (included in your Ingredient Kit). Our Holiday Cocktail is "Rosey Rosemary Mixer" with organic rose petals, simple syrup, and dried rosemary. Just add some citrus and alcohol and enjoy!
- Top it off with Dessert: End your class by making our signature Coconut Snowball Macaroons.
- Culinary Gift: Elevate the experience by sending a special gift for guests to enjoy even after our time together. Options include Artistas apron, olive oil + vinegar pairing, branded thank you note, and kitchen conversion magnet.
- Musical Performance / Dance Party: Enjoy a post-dinner dance party hosted by Golden Bell Music.
Step 4: Donate a Cooking Program for Kids
Support our young students on their journey towards a positive and healthy relationship with food by donating after-school cooking classes for a school in need! Our classes expose kids to new flavors, develop motor skills, incorporate various cultures, and ultimately, culminate on a family style meal prepared by the kids.
Testimonials
★★★★★
"Our chef had great energy, she made sure to interact with everyone ... It really stood apart compared to many other in-person as well as virtual cooking classes we've done over the years" - Homelight (100p)
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"The [Ingredient Kit] was both convenient and largely sustainable and the ingredients were of good quality. All-in-all, it was an excellent package." - Google (15p)
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"The entire experience through Culinary Artistas was phenomenal. Scheduling and preparing for the event was extremely easy ... It was the highlight of our virtual meeting and something we would definitely do again." - Kristopher James Company (21p)
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