Pop-Up Cooking Events – A Unique Culinary Experience Anywhere

Bring the flavors of the world to your event with OTAO Kitchen’s pop-up cooking experiences! Whether you’re organizing a corporate team-building session, community gathering, festival, or private event, our interactive and engaging cooking classes create a dynamic and unforgettable experience.

Led by expert chefs, our hands-on cooking workshops foster teamwork, creativity, and a shared love for food. Participants will prepare, cook, and enjoy delicious meals inspired by cuisines from around the world, all while gaining valuable cooking skills and cultural insights.

Why Choose an OTAO Kitchen Pop-Up Cooking Event?

• Interactive & Hands-On – Learn authentic cooking techniques guided by professional chefs.
• Perfect for Groups – Engage your colleagues, friends, or community members in a fun and social setting.
• Customizable Menus – Choose from global cuisines such as Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, Italian, or Australian.
• All-Inclusive Setup – We bring everything needed, including ingredients, cooking equipment, and expert guidance not included the pop up kitchen hire set up.
• Catering to All Diets – We accommodate vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and seafood-free dietary needs.

Pop-Up Cooking Class Themes

A Trip to Japan – Sushi & Ramen Masterclass

• Learn to make perfect sushi rolls, udon noodles, and miso soup.
• Discover traditional techniques for cutting ingredients, rolling sushi, and plating beautifully.
• Requirements: Venue needs hand-washing station, prep sink, and power points.

A Trip to Vietnam – Fresh & Flavorful Vietnamese Cooking

• Prepare Vietnamese rice paper rolls, pho, and bánh mì.
• Learn the secrets of fresh herbs, bold flavors, and traditional cooking methods.
• Requirements: Open-air venue preferred for BBQ setup and deep-frying spring rolls.

A Trip to China – Dumplings & Noodles

• Craft handmade dumplings, steamed bao, and Chinese-style noodle salad.
• Learn dumpling-folding techniques and create delicious fillings.
• Requirements: Venue should allow for gas burners or induction cooktops.

A Trip to Thailand – Exotic & Fresh Thai Cuisine

• Master the balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.
• Cook dishes like papaya salad, green curry, and sticky rice with mango.
• Requirements: Venue needs power points and prep areas for cooking stations.

A Trip to Italy – Pizza & Pasta from Scratch

• Learn to make hand-rolled pasta, fresh ravioli, and wood-fired pizzas.
• Enjoy classic Italian desserts like tiramisu.
• Requirements: Open-air space needed for pizza ovens and gas burners.

A Trip to Australia – Indigenous Ingredients & Modern Cooking

• Discover the use of native ingredients like lemon myrtle, wattleseed, and macadamia.
• Cook dishes such as trout with fennel, kangaroo koftas, and pavlova.
• Requirements: Venue must allow for gas burners and prep stations.

How the Event Works

• Our chefs arrive one hour before the event to set up demonstration.
• We bring all food, equipment, and personal cooking tools.
• Cooking station is required for the experience where chef can cook and share.
• Optional mobile bar service available upon request.

Recent Festivals & Corporate Events

We’ve hosted pop-up cooking events at:

• Victoria Street Lunar Festival, Box Hill Community Arts Centre, Docklands Harvest Festival
• Melbourne Youth Club, Stockland Shopping Centres, World Travel Expo
• Bright N Sandy Food & Wine Festival, Home Economics Institute of Australia
• Plus numerous private and corporate functions

Booking Details & Terms

• Minimum spend: $1,950 per demonstration event plus the pop up kitchen hire.
• Deposit: 50% or 10 seats (whichever is greater) required to secure booking.
• Final payment & guest details: Due 14 days before the event.
• Cancellations:
  • More than 14 days in advance – 50% refund of deposit.
  • Within 14 days of event – No refund, full payment required.
• Custom menu & dietary accommodations available upon request.

Create an engaging, interactive, and delicious experience for your team or community with an OTAO Kitchen pop-up event and pop up kitchen hire.

? Inquire Now or contact us at hello@otaokitchen.com.au | 0405 720 470.