Private Occasions
Host an Unforgettable Gathering
From team building to milestone celebrations, we'll guide your group through a multi-course experience that feels equal parts elevated and fun.
- •15-45 guests
- •Guided, hands-on cooking + communal dining
- •Custom menus, timing, and experience length
- •Playlists, photo collages, and special moments
Themes and Menus
Choose a theme for your private occasion—or ask us for a customized menu. Click any theme to see the full menu.
Crispy salmon cake bites, cedar-planked salmon, kale salad with pears and Beecher's cheese, roasted fingerlings, and butternut squash & broccolini.
- •Salmon Cake Bites with Dijon Mustard Dill Dipping Sauce — Crispy bites with tangy mustard and fresh dill dip
- •Cedar Planked Salmon — Pacific NW salmon roasted over cedar with apple-gochujang cream sauce
- •Seasonal Lacinato Kale Salad — Kale with shaved Bosc pears, toasted hazelnuts, and Beecher's cheese
- •Oven Roasted Herbed Fingerling Potatoes — Golden fingerlings with herbs and Maldon sea salt
- •Pan Roasted Butternut Squash and Broccolini Medley — Warm spice, apple cider vinegar, and butter finish
Crostini with Gorgonzola and pear, lemon-parmesan salad, Parmesan risotto, and Chicken Cacciatore in tomato-wine sauce.
- •Crostini with Gorgonzola Mousse and Pear — Creamy Gorgonzola, ripe pear, honey drizzle
- •Mixed Greens with Parmesan and Lemon — Bright salad with Parmigiano Reggiano and lemon–olive oil
- •Parmesan Risotto — Velvety Arborio rice with butter and Parmesan
- •Chicken Cacciatore — Tender chicken braised in tomato sauce with peppers, onions, mushrooms, wine
Guests step into a vibrant Spanish evening as they prepare a colorful spread featuring Paella Española con Pollo y Chorizo, simmered with saffron, peppers, and smoky chorizo. They'll craft a crisp Pan con Tomate Bite with Jamón, whisk together a bright Ensalada Mixta, and sear sizzling Gambas al Ajillo bursting with garlic and paprika. It's a lively, hands-on experience that brings the warm, communal spirit of Spain to the table.
- •Gambas Al Ajillo - Spanish Garlic Shrimp — Sizzling shrimp bathed in olive oil, garlic, and a hint of paprika, delivering a simple yet irresistibly bold Spanish flavor
- •Paella Española Con Pollo Y Chorizo - Spanish Paella With Chicken And Chorizo — A classic Spanish paella layered with saffron rice, tender chicken, and smoky chorizo, bringing bold, rustic flavors together in one vibrant pan
- •Pan Con Tomate Bite With Jamón Crisp - Pan Con Tomato Bite With Crispy Ham — A toasted bite of rustic bread topped with crushed tomato and finished with a delicate, salty crisp of jamón for the perfect Spanish nibble
- •Ensalada Mixta - Spanish Mixed Salad — A fresh, colorful mix of crisp greens, tomatoes, olives, and eggs lightly dressed in a bright vinaigrette, capturing the simple charm of a classic Spanish table salad
Oven-warm focaccia, mixed green salad, cheese-trio ravioli with hazelnut pesto, fresh tagliatelle al pomodoro, and pan-seared chicken in Marsala cream.
- •Freshly Baked Focaccia with Olive Oil and Balsamic — Golden, dimpled focaccia with olive oil and balsamic
- •Salad of Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, and Kalamatas — Red wine vinaigrette
- •Marsala Chicken with Cream Sauce — Pan-seared thighs in Marsala cream with herbs, lemon, butter
- •Cheese Trio Ravioli with Hazelnut Pesto — Mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan with velvety hazelnut pesto
- •Tagliatelle al Pomodoro — Fresh tagliatelle with slow-simmered tomato, garlic, basil
Guests explore rich, vibrant Mexican cuisine with a culinary instructor and gather to enjoy the meal together.
- •Pollo En Mole — Tender chicken in complex mole with chiles, spices, chocolate
- •Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo — Shrimp sautéed in garlic, butter, and lime
- •Frijoles Negros Refritos Con Queso Cotija — Creamy refried black beans with Cotija
- •Ensalada De Calabacitas Y Esparragos — Sautéed zucchini and asparagus with citrus and herbs
The Social Kitchen Showdown
A collaborative culinary competition designed for teambuilding and fun! Bring your team together for an unforgettable experience of creativity, collaboration, and connection in the kitchen.
The Social Kitchen Showdown is a lively, hands-on culinary experience where teams work together to design and cook an original menu using a curated market of fresh ingredients. This experience blends teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and a whole lot of laughter.
We begin the experience with a welcoming culinary demonstration and amuse-bouche to spark inspiration, energize the room, and take care of the "hangry" before the competition begins.
Teams will then step into the role of culinary creators. Each group will explore a vibrant market of ingredients including fresh produce, grains, pasta, poultry and meats. Using these ingredients, teams will collaborate to design a menu for four people.
Each team must create:
- •A salad, soup, or appetizer
- •An entrée featuring a protein, vegetable, and starch
Teams will brainstorm their menu, divide responsibilities, and bring their ideas to life in the kitchen. Throughout the experience, communication, creativity, and teamwork take center stage.
Our Social Kitchen culinary team will serve as a resource / guide (making sure we are all safe 🙂) observe, encourage, and ultimately judge the teams across several categories including teamwork, creativity, organization, and overall fun!
At the end of the experience, awards will be presented for:
- •Best Teamwork
- •Most Creative Dish
- •Best Organization & Clean Kitchen
- •Most Fun Team Energy
One team will also take home the ultimate honor: The Social Kitchen Showdown Champion Trophy
Whether your team is focused on leadership development, strengthening relationships, or simply sharing a memorable experience together, this playful competition is designed to bring people together through food, laughter, and a little friendly rivalry.
Tell us your vision, preferences, and any dietary requirements. We'll design a custom experience and menu just for your private occasion.
Choose Your Experience Level
Private occasions use the same tier structure as our public experiences—pick the fit that works for your group.
Booking Details
We encourage bookings of private occasions to take place at least 2-3 months in advance, as that will give you the greatest opportunity to select your preferred date and time.
Private occasions at Social Kitchen reach beyond a standard "catered event", and include a culinary guide who will lead your group through the preparation of a multi-course meal. Maximum occupancy for a customized experience is 45 guests. Experiences vary in length, number of courses and services, while customization is an option we are excited to discuss during the planning process.
If there is an existing public experience scheduled during your preferred date and time, we are glad to cancel that experience and hold the date for you, so long as there are no existing bookings.
Make It Yours
Social Kitchen is delighted to customize your experience with personal background music playlists, family or business team digital photo collages, or unique spontaneous messages on the Vestaboard - just let us know how we can bring the fun!
Build deeper relationships with colleagues or family members alike, during a private occasion that is curated to the needs and desires of your group.
Examples of Private Occasions
A few common reasons groups book the kitchen—if you don't see yours, we can still make it work.
Beverage Menu
We offer a variety of wine, beer, and specialty non-alcoholic beverage options—many produced by local wineries and breweries. A house beer, cider, and red and white wine are available by the glass, while our other wine offerings are available by the bottle. You're welcome to bring your own bottle of wine to your experience; our corkage fee is $20 per bottle.
See current beverage menu
Wine & Beer by the Glass
- Brothers Cascadia Brewing, The Peoples Pilsner7
- Brothers Cascadia Brewing, You Like A Da Juice Hazy IPA8
- Mela Brewing, Orange Peach Mimosa8
- Columbia Ridge Winery, Sauvignon Blanc 20248
- Columbia Ridge Winery, Red Blend 20219
Wine by the Bottle
- Columbia Ridge Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon 202156
- Confluence Winery, Marechal Foch 201981
- Columbia Ridge Winery, Chardonnay 202336
Zero-Proof
- Coke Products — Coca-Cola, Cane-Sprite, Diet Coke6
- Pelican Brewing — Root Beer, Cream, Marionberry6
- Bundaberg — Ginger Beer5
- Fremont N/A Beer — IPA, Dark, Light6
- Poppi Probiotic Soda — Orange Cream, Wild Berry4
- Olipop — Cream Soda, Classic Grape, Classic Root Beer4