We are thrilled that this prestigious magazine is sharing information about the fun corporate team building services we offer at Freda’s Kitchen! Did you know you can hire us to create fun, interactive, cooking events for executive teams, department outings, or small business bonding? Learn more here! Or, talk to us about bringing a group […]
We get asked about cookware, appliances, prep ware, knives and ingredients used during our culinary events. Some items require going to multiple stores and can be difficult to find. We thought we would make it easy and create a little marketplace of curated items so that you can easily purchase the things you see in […]
The weather is cooling down, so now it’s time to make some hearty Bolognese. This recipe comes from Chef Daniele, who hails from Florence, Italy. Make plenty and freeze some for a cold winter’s day. Serve it with a light pappardelle noodle and top it with some fresh grated Parmesan! Buon Appetito! Ingredients: 2lb ground chuck […]
What makes a Freda’s Kitchen experience so unique? There is something magical that happens every time we bring a group of people together in the kitchen. It starts as a bit of nervousness, but within minutes, that melts away, and people cheer each other on, laugh at mistakes, and just act like kids again. No […]
Mimi Chaihuadjaroen is an incredible Thai cook, and her recipe for vegetarian Pad Thai is just the right dish to make after a busy day at work. Enjoy! Ingredients: 4 oz thin rice noodles, 2 mm wide 3 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 cup slice carrot 1 head shallot, small, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped ¾ cup […]
Your group will be led by one of our talented home cooks or chefs in a cultural exchange, developing new skills, while taking a deep dive into a different culture through food. Perfect your Sushi, learn how to make Pho, dive into Paella, or cut your own hand-made pasta. After the hands-on experience, everyone will […]
Celebrate Independence Day with this easy recipe for yummy cheesecake with all the colors of the holiday. It has a little bit of white chocolate to make it especially decadent. Ingredients: Crust: 7 ounces of graham cracker crumbs 1 stick melted unsalted butter 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Salt Filling: 7 ounces of […]
Strengthen your work team by cooking together in one of our team building cooking classes. Culinary team building events incorporate strategy, teamwork, problem solving, learning, and imagination. Your group will be led by one of our talented home cooks or chefs in a cultural exchange, developing new business skills, while taking a deep dive […]
“One of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned over the years is that personal growth doesn’t have to be about learning something new. It can simply be remembering something true.” – Jon Vroman, Front Row Factor For me, food is my Swiss Army knife. I can leverage it to build connections, create, explore and my […]
Berty Richter recently moved to Austin, bringing with him deep roots in Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. His love for cooking started with his Turkish grandmother asking him to stuff grape leaves when he was ten years old in his homeland of Israel. From then on, he was a fixture in the kitchen, helping his mother and […]
Why is it an Experience and not a cooking lesson? Freda’s Kitchen is all about the experience! The smells, the tastes, the culture, the history of the cuisine, the connections you make with your fellow participants. Our chefs will not only show you how to prepare the menu, they will share with you their stories. […]
Do you work with a bunch of foodies? Connect with your friends and colleagues with Culinary Team Building Events that incorporate strategy, teamwork, problem solving, learning, and imagination. Your group will be led by one of our talented home cooks or chefs in a cultural exchange, developing new business skills, while taking a deep dive […]
Chef Uyen Pham holds a Master’s degree in education and taught at the collegiate level for nearly a decade before pursuing her culinary career. She graduated at the top of her class from the Culinary Institute of America. Chef Pham was born in Saigon and specializes in Asian and European cuisine and has worked in […]
A native of Chon Buri, Thailand, Mimi comes from a long line of cooking professionals in the restaurant industry. After immigrating to America in 2007, she began working at Titaya’s Thai Cuisine. From her family, Mimi learned the secrets and ingredients which go into those classic Thai dishes. Like many local Austinites, Mimi also presents […]