Cook-A-Vision

Transformative Team-Building Culinary Experiences

Welcome to Cook-a-Vision, where culinary creativity meets corporate excellence. Our innovative team building events are designed to foster deep collaboration, creativity, and fun – making them the perfect choice for celebrating company milestones and enhancing team dynamics.

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Clients Who Cooked Up Success…

Culinary Team Building to Benefit Your
Business in Many Ways

Let us lead your team in the kitchen, creating a true bonding experience for them
around food, cooking, and a shared delicious meal!

Decrease
Turnover

Boost Team Morale
and Reduce Stress

Elevate Job Satisfaction
and Motivation

Increase Collaboration
and Camaraderie

Problem Solving
Through Teamwork

Build Trust
and Mitigate Conflict

Improve Communication
and Planning Skills

Multiply Revenue
and Productivity

Expand Innovation
and Creativity

Craft Your Perfect Team Building Retreat

A seamless, high-touch approach saves you time and frustration from the beginning.

Reach Out.
We start with a consultation to understand your goals and team dynamics to customize your Cook-a-Vision event.

We Plan.
From planning to execution, we coordinated all logistics, so you focus on an enjoyable team building experience.

The Big Day.
Watch as your team trust grows and communication flourishes as they bond new levels of relationships.

Cook-A-Vision, a delicious experience to connect and grow
while enjoying flavours from around the world.
It is truly a culinary journey that will become a company legend.

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Why Choose Cook-a-Vision?

Unlike cookie-cutter team building options, we cook together with your vision in mind.

Whether we’re cooking, making pasta or charcuterie boards, or participating in a connections activity, the ultimate goal is to create a memorable experience, fostering genuine trust. Then, your entire team will enjoy a shared meal together.

Customized Culinary Experiences
Our events are tailored to meet the unique needs of your company. Whether you’re in Technology, Finance, Healthcare, Marketing, Retail, or Manufacturing, we design activities that resonate with your team’s diverse interests and goals.

Engagement and Inclusivity
We prioritize engagement and inclusivity, ensuring every team member feels involved and valued. Our interactive cooking challenges bring out the best in your employees, encouraging teamwork and creativity.

Expert Facilitation
Together we, Anita and Dario, a team of experienced facilitators, guide your team through each personalized activity with professionalism and enthusiasm, creating an environment where team members can bond, collaborate, and have fun.

Confidentiality and Professional Coordination
We understand the importance of confidentiality in corporate settings. Our commitment to professional coordination means you can trust us to handle every detail with discretion and precision, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.

Memorable and Meaningful Events
Our cooking challenges are not just fun – they’re meaningful. They foster deeper connections among team members, celebrate company milestones, and reward your employees with memories that will linger long after the last bite.

Proven Success with Diverse Teams
From HR Managers and Event Planners to Office Managers, Sales Managers and Directors, or Team Leaders, and Department Heads – our events are the preferred choice for teams across various industries.

Unleash Your Team’s Potential with Cook-a-Vision

An experience your team will be talking about for years to come!

Team Building Events that Come to You
Craft your experience at your desired location.

All-Inclusive Packages
Your personalized quote ensures no unexpected or hidden fees.

Customized for Your Goals
Every moment is carefully curated for your team dynamics.

In-Person or Virtual
Great options for local and remote teams.

Let us help you build the right program

Free Consultation

Tell us about your group to receive customized ideas and a rates packet

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Voices from the Kitchen:

What Teams Loved About Cook-a-Vision

Who doesn't love food and connecting?

“We hired Anita +Dario for our conference we hosted in Miami. Who doesn’t love food and the connections that were created during their Powerbowl/Cook-A-Vision session. We will have you back for the next Conference.”

MARY

We can't wait for the next one!

“We did the team building charcuterie Cook-A-Vision experience for 60 people with Anita & Dario. The best part, we used products from a new line that was just launched to do it! Our HR department worked closely with Anita & Dario to customize the event to exactly what we needed for our group. We had so much fun we booked another experience right away”

GAYLEA

This experience was first class!

“We had a team building and learning experience making pasta with our executive team. The combination of hands-on experience and doing it together was the best way to learn and build trust with each other. Anita & Dario with their Cook-a-Vision were so experienced and professional. This experience we did with them was first class. They took the time to learn exactly what we wanted to do and created a unique activity that was top notch.”

GAYLEA

We were surprised how easy it was!

“We had a chance to get together with our friends and family during Covid with a unique online cooking experience for the holidays with Chef Dario & Anita. We had so much fun and were surprised with how good and easy the food was. We have another booked thank goodness as they book fast.”

MARGO

We have higher retention!

“Thank you so much Anita & Dario. We created a cooking activity after our sales calls online so that we had a higher retention and something fun once a month.”

TELARUS

An Employee cooking demo! Fantastic fun!

“We had O’Live Your Life Chef Dario Tomaselli and Anita Heidema do an employee cooking afternoon. It was great to have an online demo dinner.”

PETER

It was easy for everyone!

“Some watched and others cooked together as a company. We had shared laughs while cooking together virtually as a team with our families. The recipes were given to us beforehand and a video, so it was easy for everyone to get the ingredients to cook with and have their dinner ready. We had the wine and juice pairing as well so we could enjoy it while we cooked.”

MARIE

Thank you Dario and Anita for making it easy and entertaining!

“Thank you Dario and Anita for making it easy, entertaining, and delicious for our team to bond and spend time together. We have been mostly working from home and missing each other during these times.”

GERALYN

Meet Your Cook-a-Vision Facilitators

We’re Anita Heidema & Dario Tomaselli, founders of O’Live Your Life and Co-Creators of Cook-a-Vision.

Hi, I’m Anita Heidema!

North American born entrepreneur and executive leading teams for over 35 years with credentials in master coaching and NLP to facilitate smaller and larger groups to cohesiveness and excellence. Anita is also a best selling author to Vitality Knocks, health advocate, TV Positive Panel and podcast host to Ah Ha Moments for Success.

Hi, I’m Dario Tomaselli!

An internationally renowned, multi-lingual chef from Italy with a rich background as an entrepreneur, restaurateur, and professor for the Chef Post Diploma International Program in Italian Cuisine. A charismatic TV personality, I bring my passion for cooking to every Cook-a-Vision event.

We will guide your team toward greater collaboration, connection, and productivity. O’Live Your Life was conceived in a castle in Italy in 2017 during a transformative culinary retreat. Here, the powerful synergy between cooking and mindset coaching emerged, creating unparalleled team building experiences.

With Cook-a-Vision, we bring the profound connection between heart, soul, earth, and food alive. Cooking and eating together is more than a meal – it’s an opportunity to bond, learn, and grow as a team. Our innovative culinary experiences are designed to push your team out of their comfort zones, fostering teamwork through the timeless practice of preparing and sharing a meal.

When you participate in a team building event with us, your team will embark on a journey combining culinary arts and professional development. Our combined passion brings teams together through each unique event, ensuring everyone leaves with lasting memories and stronger bonds.

We can’t wait to share this unique, engaging, and fun culinary event with your organization.

When Does Team Building Make a Difference?

Kickstart New Beginnings
Set the stage for success with team building events that help new or merged teams establish their rhythm and synergy from the get-go.

Revitalize and Support
Revive struggling or stressed teams with a dynamic culinary team workshop to lift spirits, mend gaps, and reignite motivation.

Smooth Transitions
Facilitate smooth transitions and foster adaptability as your team adjusts to new leadership, ensuring everyone stays aligned and inspired.

Pursue Excellence Together
Empower your team to chase excellence by honing their collaboration and communication skills through engaging and interactive team-building activities.

Reassure and Refocus
Boost morale and clarity for reduced teams, helping them to regain confidence and refocus on shared goals with renewed vigor and unity.

How do you tailor team building events to each business?

We collaborate closely with you to seamlessly integrate your specific goals and objectives into the event, ensuring it’s perfectly aligned with your company’s needs.

Which locations do you serve?

We bring the culinary experience to you, no matter where you are. While most of our events are based in North America, we love crafting custom experiences globally. Whether you’re in Europe, the Caribbean, South America, or beyond, we’ll make your culinary team building event a reality.

Are there any hidden costs?

Transparency is key. Our pricing is straightforward and all-inclusive, covering everything needed to run your event. Your customized quote will be free of hidden costs, ensuring you know exactly what you’re paying for.

How do you blend culinary activities with personal and professional growth?

We believe that growth and learning should be as enjoyable as they are impactful. Our innovative culinary experiences create a dynamic environment where team members can engage in hands-on cooking activities that are both fun and educational. By stepping out of the traditional office setting and into the kitchen, your team can build stronger relationships, ignite creativity, and spark innovative ideas that are often elusive in everyday workspaces. Through the shared joy of cooking, we foster a sense of camaraderie and collaboration that translates into improved teamwork and productivity back at the office.

How much lead time is needed to book an event?

While booking in advance is always ideal for logistics, we may be able to accommodate last-minute events. Let’s discuss your timeline, and we’ll do our best to make it happen.

Does Cook-a-Vision have its own location for events?

We are a mobile full-service company that comes to you wherever you are. Whether it’s a hotel, park, workplace, or campus, we’ll be there to deliver an exceptional culinary experience.

Book Your Cook-a-Vision Event Today

Ready to transform your team dynamics and celebrate your company’s milestones in a unique and engaging way? Contact us today to book your Cook-a-Vision event. Experience the profound impact a customized culinary team building event can make for your organization.

Let’s create an unforgettable chapter in your team’s history!