Private In-Home Events

Skip Reservations. Make memories.

Skip the boring dinner reservations and bring the cooking class to your own kitchen. These events aren’t just dinner, they’re interactive culinary adventures and guaranteed to make your guests say “that was such a great idea!”

Perfect for birthdays, bachelorette parties, group date nights, or just a reason to gather and do something different. You and your guests roll, press, stir, and taste while I guide you through a set menu with joy, laughter, and flour flying included.

  • Freshly made marinara sauce and linguine/fresh pasta during Kalota Culinary private in-home cooking class cooking class in Metro Detroit.

    Pasta Night: Linguine & Marinara

    With flour on the counter and Chef Daniela’s own hand-crank pasta maker, guests shape their own fresh linguine while a pot of our signature Mancinelli Marinara bubbles away.


    Interactive highlight: Roll, cut, and cook fresh pasta by hand.

  • Street tacos with homemade tortillas prepared by Kalota Culinary private in-home cooking class while you learn to make homemade tacos.

    Tortilla & Taco Fiesta

    We press, shape, and cook homemade tortillas together before loading them up with smoky ground beef and all the fixings. There’s nothing like the smell of tortillas straight off the pan.


    Interactive highlight: Guests press and cook their own tortillas from scratch.

  • Homemade naan dough being prepared during Kalota Culinary private in-home cooking class featuring tikka masala in Metro Detroit.

    Naan & Tikka Masala

    Everyone gets in on the action, rolling, stretching, and frying naan until it puffs golden brown. Nothing compares to this warm bread that pairs perfectly with a rich, aromatic tikka masala.


    Interactive highlight: Shape, roll, and pan-fry naan at home.

  • Fresh gnocchi shaped by hand during Kalota Culinary Italian private cooking event in Metro Detroit

    Ricotta Gnocchi Party

    Rustic and cozy, this one’s all about texture. Guests learn to shape and roll their own ricotta gnocchi, drop it into boiling water, and pair it with a creamy beef and pork Bolognese sauce.


    Interactive highlight: Shape and boil delicate gnocchi by hand.

  • Charcuterie board with artisan cheeses and meats from Kalota Culinary private events in Metro Detroit . Great for bachelorette parties and birthdays with friends.

    Girl Dinner

    Girl Dinner, elevated. Perfect for bachelorettes, milestone birthdays, and holiday gatherings. Make spiced nuts and a savory tart, then build a beautiful cheese board to enjoy alongside curated wine pairings, available at an additional cost.


    Interactive highlight: Each guest builds and takes home their own personalized, handcrafted wood board.

Quick FAQ’s

⏱️ How long is each event?

About 2.5 hours

👥 How many guests can I invite?

Up to 12. Minimum spend applies.

🍷 Can we drink?

Yes! You're welcome to provide your own wine or beverages, or let us arrange a curated wine pairing experience with our consulting sommelier.

Guests must be 21+ to consume alcohol.

📍 Do you travel?

Yes, within a 20-mile radius of Livonia. Travel beyond that may include a surcharge.

💵 How much does it cost?

Events start at a minimum spend of $600 for 4 guests (with the exception of the Charcuterie party). Final quotes depend on your menu and guest count. Additional courses are available to add on for $10 per guest, per add on.

⚖️ How do I book?

These are inquiry-only experiences. Reach out and I’ll create a custom quote for your group.