Team Building & Workshops

Bring your team together with a shared culinary experience

Our Events

  • What it is

    A strategic, hands-on competition with no recipes, just a smartly curated pantry (proteins, starches, vegetables, and well-stocked basics). Teams must plan, prototype, and execute a cohesive meal for ~24 guests. A prize is awarded to an MVP!

    How it runs

    •Three rotating roles: Prep • Cooking & Execution • Dishes & Reset

    •30-minute work blocks, with role switches every hour

    •Chef mentors that coach, promote communication, timing, cleanliness, and flavor

    Outcomes

    •Collaboration under time constraints

    •Clear roles & handoffs

    •Rapid iteration and feedback loops

    •A shared meal the whole group created

    Logistics

    •Group size: There is a minimum event spend of $1,500, which covers up to 10 guests, 24 guests max
    •After 10, additional guests are added at the rate of:

    $125/person for 11-16 ppl (after min. is met)

    $100/person for 17-24 ppl (after min. is met)

    *Tiered rates apply incrementally and are not retroactive

    •Duration: 3 hours to cook, 1 hour to dine

    •Held at the PARC Building in downtown Plymouth, MI

  • What it is

    A roaming, chef-demonstration experience. Guests circulate between two live demo stations, ask questions, and watch professional chefs up close, then sit and enjoy a buffet-style meal. It’s perfect for networking, client entertainment, and culture-building without the pressure of cooking.

    Guest Experience

    •Mingle freely; no hands-on requirement

    •See techniques in real time (knife skills, sauces, searing, etc.)

    •Q&A at each station; learn the why behind flavor

    What you get

    •Curated, cultural menus aligned to your chosen theme

    •Chef talent, equipment, and setup

    •Buffet-style service after demos

    Logistics

    •Group size: There is a minimum event spend of $1,500, which covers up to 10 guests, 28 guests max


    •After 10, additional guests are added at the rate of:

    $125/person for 11-16 ppl (after min. is met)

    $100/person for 17-28 ppl (after min. is met)

    *Tiered rates apply incrementally and are not retroactive

    •Duration: 3 hours to cook, 1 hour to dine

    •Held at the PARC Building in downtown Plymouth, MI

    Theme Options

    Mexican • French • Spanish • Italian • Pure Michigan • Brunch

  • What it is

    A fully guided, hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef. Your group cooks together step-by-step using real recipes, proper techniques, and a curated menu designed for learning, connection, and an elevated shared meal. This is the classic “cooking class” experience — but private for your team.

    How it runs

    • Chef-led instruction with live demonstrations and guided practice


    • Guests work in small stations of four to prepare each component of the meal


    • Emphasis on proper knife skills, technique, timing, and teamwork


    • Chef circulates to support, coach, troubleshoot, and keep groups on pace


    • Guests plate and enjoy the full menu together at the end of class

    Outcomes

    • Strengthened communication through shared tasks


    • Skill-building in a relaxed, collaborative environment


    • Confidence in real cooking techniques


    • A delicious meal prepared and enjoyed together


    • A memorable experience that feels both fun and enriching

    Logistics

    • Group size: Minimum event spend of $1,500, which covers up to 10 guests; 24 guests max


    •Additional guests can be added at the rate of:

    $89/person for 11-24 ppl (after min. is met)


    • Duration: 2.5–3 hours to cook, followed by dining

    •Held at the PARC Building in downtown Plymouth, MI

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Your private Kalota Culinary event unfolds inside Proud Mitten at the historic PARC Building , Plymouth’s original 1917 high school. Step through the doorway of our 1940s Home Ec room, perfectly preserved, where a touch of nostalgia naturally sparks curiosity, creativity, and a readiness to learn, cook, and collaborate.

Outside, downtown Plymouth waits in all its small-town charm, twinkling lights, cozy bars, cafés, and boutiques just a short stroll away. It’s the kind of place where a night of cooking becomes a memory you carry.

Black and white photo of a large, old brick school building with multiple stories and a symmetrical facade.
Three women stand together in a kitchen, smiling at the camera. They are wearing green aprons and preparing food. The background shows a busy room with many people, kitchen cabinets, and a large window.
Fountain in a park with people gathered around, trees with fall foliage, and a clear sky.
Group of people wearing aprons gathered behind a kitchen counter in a cooking class or event, smiling at the camera. Two large banners with the Finlan Insurance logo and services stand on either side of the group. The setting appears to be a commercial kitchen or cooking studio.

The Dish From our clients

Our company had an event here. Everyone was incredibly knowledgeable and fun. We did a competition style meal and made chicken cacciatore, an arugula white bean salad, gnocchi with a brown butter sauce and lemon cake for dessert. We even got to bring the recipes home. Would definitely do this again!

— Vicki

Had an amazing experience doing the competition for my bachelorette party. Chef Daniela was very knowledgeable and created a fun atmosphere!! Would recommend for birthday party’s, team building, night out!!

— Leah

Our group did the cooking competition event and had a blast! They split us into two groups, and in Iron Chef tradition, we had a couple hours to prepare a multi-course meal incorporating ingredients throughout the courses. Never fear, they had recipes for us to follow with the help of a mentor chef. Afterward, we sat family style and ate our delicious food! A wonderful team-building experience! Highly recommend!

— Megan