Spice Up Your Next Event with Private Classes

Nothing brings people together like great food and wine, and at CIA, we have plenty of both! Choose from a menu of our most popular classes and our team will work with you to create a memorable, food-centric event.

Our private classes are perfect for business team-building events, and also suitable for big celebrations of all kinds. Work with our team to plan a private hands-on cooking class or wine tasting for yours.

A private cooking class for your team is a unique, hands-on approach to professional development outside of the office.

  • Promotes relationship building
  • Inspires creativity
  • Fosters team spirit
  • Builds time management skills
  • A fun, challenging, and rewarding experience
CIA Private Classes - Fun in the Kitchen
Private Classes at CIA at Copia
CIA Private Classes - Wine Tasting

Looking to book a standalone private class for your business or celebration?


For private classes in New York, please call 1-800-888-7850 or email ciacustomerservice@culinary.edu.

For private classes in California, please submit your request or call 845-905-4415.

For private classes in Texas, please submit your request or call 1-800-888-7850.

Private classes can also be booked as part of larger meetings and corporate events. When inquiring, please let us know if you are interested in a cooking class as part of team building, meeting, or corporate event.

“The private wine program was fascinating, entertaining, and allowed for team bonding. The dinner was exceptional, and the chef went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. The experience was the highlight of our trip and exceeded all expectations!”—Annemarie O’Neill, Private Event Guest
Not looking to create a custom class, but want to experience a hands-on cooking class? Check out our public Boot Camps and single-day classes.