Team Building Activity: Charcuterie-Making Competition
Battle it out for the title of Best Charcuterie Board and enjoy a feast of gourmet eats in this fun team building activity. Your team will strengthen their collaboration skills, creativity and even their culinary knowledge under the enthusiastic guidance of Chef Landi.
Before the competition starts, you'll learn board basics from an expert, like how to balance flavors between your meats and cheese and how to make them more visually appealing — you'll even learn how to cut different cheeses in fancy ways and make meat roses. Plus, Chef Landi will provide expert tips on pairing wines and cheeses. Create an environment of teamwork and bonding as your teams craft colorful charcuterie boards and compete for the win!
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All necessary utensils will be provided by the chef. The venue is required to have access to sinks nearby, tables set-up to prep and garbage containers. Chefs are able to arrive a minimum of 30 minutes in advance.
Charcuterie Board Basics and Demonstration
Chef demonstrates how to create a visually appealing charcuterie board and how to choose meats, cheeses, condiments, accompaniments, textures and more
How to Make Cured Meat Roses
Chef demonstrates how to make salami and prosciutto roses for a stunning presentation
Demonstrating Knife Cuts for Cheeses
Chef demonstrates how to cut various soft and hard cheeses and different presentation options
Charcuterie Board and Wine Pairing 101
Guests may provide their own wine
Chef demonstrates what wines to pair with which meats and cheeses
Team Charcuterie Challenge
Ingredient options include brie, gouda, Manchego, blue cheese, prosciutto, salami, fruit, vegetables, pickles, nuts, olives, jams, mustards, bread, crackers, dips and seasonal items
- Minimum Guests 15
- Maximum Guests 30
- Event Duration 2.5 hours
Classpop! guest reviews for other experiences with Chef Landi
Nipa
26 Jul 2023
My sister and I took this class and absolutely loved it! Not only was the food delicious, we also had a fun time cooking it! Chef Landi was a wonderful host and instructor and provided us with great cooking tips and techniques. In between cooking instructions, Chef and class members shared their experiences with cooking, travel, and more. I will definitely be signing up for future classes!
Delila
04 Jul 2023
Chef Landi was incredible! He is so kind and welcoming. Not only does he teach you how to make amazing food, but he makes you feel very comfortable to try new things and it tastes so good. 100% would recommend him and his cooking classes to others
natalie
29 Jun 2023
Had the best time learning from & cooking with Chef Landi. Easy to follow along & so fun to do with friends! Will definitely be booking again for another class.
Event location: Philadelphia
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Meet your chef
Chef Landi began his culinary career many decades ago as a restaurant server in Italy. His passion for food led to a career with rapid growth as he quickly became confident in the kitchen, learning classical Italian culinary training. Upon relocating to the U.S. in 2001, Chef Landi channeled his culinary passions and valuable skills into a profession of culinary instruction. A highly-respected chef and instructor, Chef Landi is certainly someone to learn from.
