THE ULTIMATE HENS COOKING PARTY 

If you are looking for a great hen party with great experiences that last long in everyone's memory, join us an Otao kitchen for best hens cooking party experiences. Make the night unforgettable for a foodie hen with a real surprise. With music in the background and under the guidance of our chef(s), you prepare key elements to dish’s that include Japanese, classic dumplings, great Thai or fresh Vietnamese or more on our special group menus.  A hen night is a special occasion that calls for something more than takeaway chips and a dodgy doner! We can also organize everything from Italian meals to Greek mezze, Spanish dishes, and even cheeky Mexican menus.

Soak up all that booze with some scrummy generous food and make sure everyone has happy tummies ahead of the hen night. There’s plenty of time to play a few games, and say a few words after the meal. Richmond is so close to everything that the fun continues in vibrant Victoria Street, Bridge Road, Chapel Street, and Smith Street nearby with the multitude of cutting edge bars, clubs, and hotels so it is guaranteed to see the bride off in style.

We deliver the most authentic Asian Cooking Experiences in Melbourne for over 5000+ happy customers every year. We’re a boutique business with the ability to work alongside event planners for hens cooking events. We deliver exceptional value for money and memorable experiences from our purpose-designed venue in Richmond Melbourne. 

WHY HENS WILL LIKE THIS COOKING EXPERIENCE?

Good food. Good friends. Good times. Your group gets together to enjoy a hands-on cooking experience with plenty of entertainment to prepare a social cook-off party. This class is perfect for hens cooking together looking to ignite their culinary passions. Located conveniently in Richmond, we are also only minutes from the Melbourne CBD and easily accessible by public transport. Our facility is a purpose-built space offering a range of hands-on Asian and modern cooking classes to suit your event. Our training kitchen is fully equipped, using the latest induction cooking technology which is efficient and safe for you and your group. Group cooking classes can be personalized to suit your requirements. 

It's not just the nuts and bolts of hen party planning. If you need help with any aspect of the process, just pick up the phone or call us on 0408 217 899 for a chin wag. We've been planning hen parties like yours with our perfect hands-on cooking every week. Use our experience, knowledge, and expertise to your advantage.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands-on cooking experience with your own chef 
• A wonderful meal to enjoy at the end, with complimentary sparkling wine and refreshment drinks throughout the class
• Access to exclusive use of our venue, indoor and outdoor function spaces available
• How to prepare a range of quick, healthy and authentic Asian recipes
• Have fun with cooking, sharing and eating bonding experience with a family and private group
• Use of all cooking equipment and utensils, including an apron

ON THE DAY

• Our Hens' Cooking Events are 2-4 hours in length depending on your package. We handle all the food, drink and equipment even aprons so you and your guests can enjoy the bonding time together.
• We begin with a complimentary refresher while guests are arriving. You are introduced to the chef and hens for the day. We prep for one hour. Then the hens together cook all the dishes. Expect to work solo or in a small team of 2,3,4 or 5 people depending on the menu you selected. 
• Once the chopping and cutting are finished we invite you to have a drink and celebrate new flavors, exotic ingredients, cooking, drinking, eating and sharing your creations around a large kitchen table. You are required to work with one another in the class. 
• We are not ordinary cooking class, there is no recipes or slide show or lecturing, we are a playful arena where you and your hens can build connections, make great memories and as well healthy and freshly made foods. You can download the recipes HERE.
• Pre and Post party venue  – The National Hotel, located in Richmond’s bustling Victoria Street, is a place for locals and far-flung travelers to come together in a community-minded space, where the staff is always proud to serve and the atmosphere is heady with good vibes. http://thenationalhotel.com.au/

EXTRA THINGS

• Photographer for hens $495 for the 2 hours - photo will be ready for the next 2 days.
• Apron $45 each with your logo and our embroidered - minimum order 20pcs - need 2 weeks
• Set of 3 Japanese knives shun kai gift from $549 
• Wooden chopping board $125-$250 each
• Chef jacket $125 each

BOOKING TERMS

• A minimum charge of $1,650 is applied to all group and venue bookings. If your group number falls below the minimum spend, the minimum spend is applied. 
• A deposit of 10 seats or 50% whatever is greater is required to confirm your booking. Payment may be made via credit or debit card, cash or by invoice. Full payment is required at the event booking time, within 14-day of the event date. The balance is due 14 days before the event upon confirmation of the guest number and their dietary requirements. 
• If cancellation is made of more than 14-day notice, we will refund 50% of your deposit. For a cancellation is made within 14 days, no refund will take effect, and you will have to pay for the minimum spend. If your group voluntarily leave or does not show up to the event on the day, no refund will take effect.
• Final numbers and dietary requirements for your session must be confirmed no later than 14-day prior to the start time of the cookery session in order to give us enough time to pre-order the necessary ingredients and staff.
  
• If you would like to increase the number of participants after this time, please email us hello@otaokitchen.com.au to discuss, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

• Email hello@otaokitchen.com.au or call chef Ha Nguyen 0408 217 899 for an available date/time and obligation-free quote today.