Cooking Party FAQs
What does a Culinary Playground Party look like?
Fun, food and friends! Party family should arrive about 10 minutes prior to party start time so they can welcome guests. If you added aprons or chef's hats onto your party, those will be out when children arrive, with fabric markers for them to decorate. Kids will be hands-on cooking/baking/decorating for about 1 1/2 hours on the chosen menu. The last half hour of the party is for sitting, dining, present opening (if desired), and singing Happy Birthday!
How do I book a party?
Book your party online through the "Kids Cooking Party Menu" page. Click on "Book Now" and you will be taken into the calendar. Choose the date you are interested in and the available party times will be displayed.
How many kids can attend and what if some guests are under the minimum age?
A total of 12 kids can participate in our birthday parties, that number includes the birthday child. Pricing is $275 for 10 or less and $20 for each additional child up to 12. The birthday child must be turning the recommended age for the party menu chosen. If younger siblings or guests will be participating we ask that a parent plan to be table side to offer extra assistance.
Cancellation Policy
Should you need to reschedule your party after booking, you may do so up to 14 days prior to party and your deposit will be transferred. Cancellation with less than 14 days notice will result in forfeiture of the deposit. If The Culinary Playground needs to cancel your party due to unforeseen circumstances or inclement weather we will reschedule your party or refund your deposit.
Do you provide the party invitation?
Yes, we do! We recommend using our invitation as it contains directions and our phone number so that guests may call us with food allergy questions or any other concerns. After you book your party, your invitation will be customized and emailed to you as a printable file so that you may print out and distribute to guests or forward as email. Please make sure to include your email address and phone number when registering as these will be included on your invitation as ways to rsvp.
Allow a few days after booking party for invitation to be sent to you.
What do I need to bring?
The only thing you have to bring is the birthday child! Many party menus include cupckae decorating, so you don't even need to bring a cake! We can put a candle in almost anything we cook. We serve water as the beverage, and supply all plates, cups and silverware, as well. However, if you would like to bring in a cake, or ice cream to accompany our dessert, or If you prefer another beverage other than water for guests, you are welcome to bring that. If your party is scheduled over the lunch or dinner hour and your party menu doesn't include a "meal", you are welcome to bring in your own snacks or have something delivered to our kitchen.
Can parents stay and watch?
Most parents choose to drop off, but we do have seating in the kitchen if a few parents would like to stay on site.
How do you handle kids with food allergies?
The Culinary Playground is not an allergy-free facility. However, none of our birthday party menus include nuts or shellfish.
If a child has a food intolerance, or an allergy, we can usually accommodate them if we know ahead of time. Please have the child's parent contact us directly.
We want everyone who comes into our studio to have a safe experience.
Can I bring decorations?
Our kitchen is colorful and festive, but if you would like to bring a party banner, a few balloons or themed paper goods, you are welcome to.
Can birthday party staff be tipped?
Sure! Tips are never expected, but should you choose to tip, it can be done via cash or credit and will be split equally between staff working the party.
Thank you for considering The Culinary Playground for your child's birthday party!