Family Cookie Party

Do you have fond memories of those favorite cookies that no will make anymore? You probably not only miss them, you also miss the tradition.

How about a Family Cookie Party!!!!!

You provide two to three recipes (depending on how complex). — Go to the attic and pull out those old family recipes!

We will plan, shop and do ALL the preparation for your family (or just kids) baking party. The party usually takes less than an hour (kids baking is sometimes closer to two hours).

YaDa Chef provides the ingredients and you provide the equipment (we bring oven thermometers to ensure your cookies are baked properly). There will be enough cookies for the party and some to store in the freezer.

*** Disclaimer. Often grandma, grandpa, aunt, uncle, mom, dad, will omit an ingredient in “their” recipe to ensure no one else can make it. Please be sure and have the best copy of the recipe available. ***

The cost for Cookie Party is $175 with up to five family members. Availability is limited. Terms and restrictions apply. This specially priced Family Cookie Party is only good through the month of October 2022.

Also makes a great gift.

For more information, contact us at 954-367-YADA (9232) or info@yadachef.com.

personal chefs and event catering

Miami + Miami Beach + Fort Lauderdale + Palm Beach

info@yadachef.com | 954-367-YADA (9232)

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