Plan a flavorful, collaborative journey for your team filled with creativity and classic culinary techniques.
Gather your group for a delicious deep-dive into Persian cuisine with this hands-on team building activity. Guided by an expert chef, your team will bond over a four-course feast, including a roasted eggplant dip, Persian stew, basmati rice and pistachio ice cream.
Begin by charring eggplant to create a smoky, velvety dip. Then, learn braising techniques as you simmer an aromatic Persian stew and layer it together with warm spices. Master fluffy basmati rice with golden tahdig, the crispy, saffron-infused crust. Finally, churn a refreshing pistachio ice cream delicately scented with saffron. This culinary experience bonds colleagues over five-star cuisine.
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
Chef Sayeh is a dedicated and passionate educator and international chef. As an expert in global cuisine, Chef Sayeh uses their experience as a winner of Chopped Masters on The Food Network and “Beat Bobby Flay,” in competition-style team-building classes. When they’re not teaching hands-on cooking classes, Chef Sayeh is getting ready to host an upcoming Netflix cooking show.
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Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 120 hours/5 days in advance.This experience is not refundable as it includes a meal kit.
Plan a flavorful, collaborative journey for your team filled with creativity and classic culinary techniques.
Gather your group for a delicious deep-dive into Persian cuisine with this hands-on team building activity. Guided by an expert chef, your team will bond over a four-course feast, including a roasted eggplant dip, Persian stew, basmati rice and pistachio ice cream.
Begin by charring eggplant to create a smoky, velvety dip. Then, learn braising techniques as you simmer an aromatic Persian stew and layer it together with warm spices. Master fluffy basmati rice with golden tahdig, the crispy, saffron-infused crust. Finally, churn a refreshing pistachio ice cream delicately scented with saffron. This culinary experience bonds colleagues over five-star cuisine.
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
Verified guest reviews for other experiences with Chef Sayeh or Resident Chef
Alicia
07 May 2026
Everyone expressed that had a great time with more than enough food and a fun playlist. Thank you!
Amy
21 Nov 2025
Great corporate team retreat and team bonding experience. Our team learned several new recipes, ate delicious food, and had a ton of fun working in the kitchen and dining together. Chef Sayeh and her team were wonderful, encouraging, accommodating to our dietary needs, and kept us on task--even though we were a rather large group. I highly recommend this great team-building activity.
Mark
17 Oct 2025
We hosted a large group for a team building event this week and it 100% exceeded our expectations. Chef Sayeh's energy is amazing. Rave reviews and appreciation from the entire group. If you're looking for a fun and engaging team activity, I highly encourage you to check out the DC Cooking School
Aaron McMillan
16 Oct 2025
Our group had an amazing experience with Chef Sayeh. Interactive, fun and tasty!
Pam Pollack
16 Oct 2025
Chef Sayeh was fun, engaging, and talented at managing our large group. Food was delicious.
Only feedback for future events is to better clarify the location ahead of time. Several of our guests searched "DC Cooking School" in their ride share app or maps, and it took them to a different location than the correct address. The door to the school was also challenging to find, so better signage / way-finding would be helpful.
Reviews Chef Sayeh or Resident Chef received outside of Cozymeal
Pablo
13 Aug 2025
Chef Sayeh made our team-building session unforgettable. Her passion, humor, and clear guidance brought out the best in everyone, from seasoned cooks to total beginners. We left full of great food, new skills, and big smiles.
Nancy
12 Aug 2025
Chef Sayeh gave our team an incredible cooking class—fun, engaging, and absolutely delicious. She made everyone feel comfortable in the kitchen, blending expert instruction with laughter and teamwork. We left not only with new cooking skills, but also with stronger connections and great memories. Highly recommend!
Jennifer
11 Aug 2025
Our team cooking class with Chef Sayeh was the highlight of our week. She combined top-notch culinary skill with a fun, welcoming atmosphere that had everyone engaged. It was the perfect blend of learning, teamwork, and delicious food. We can’t wait to do it again!
Elizabeth
09 Aug 2025
Chef Sayeh turned our team-building event into an unforgettable culinary adventure. Her energy, expertise, and warmth brought our group together in the best way. We laughed, learned, cooked, and shared an incredible meal. Truly a five-star experience!
Silvia
24 Jul 2025
A team building experience is a great way to bring a group together in a fun, engaging, and collaborative environment. The activity encourages communication, creativity, and teamwork. The hands-on format allows everyone to actively participate, regardless of skill level. Chef Sayeh and her team are professional, enthusiastic, and skilled at guiding the group. The atmosphere is relaxed and fun! Highly recommended!
Robert
18 Feb 2026
The class I contracted for was not the class offered upon arrival. I would not recommend.
