CARMEL COOKING CLASS FIELD GUIDE
Chopped‑Style Team Cook‑Off: A Two‑Hour Mystery‑Basket Face‑Off in Carmel
An exclusive, two‑hour corporate team‑building event at Sprouts Cooking School where teams of four race the clock in a Mystery Basket Challenge inspired by Food Network’s “Chopped.”
Chopped‑Style Team Cook‑Off: A Two‑Hour Mystery‑Basket Face‑Off in Carmel.
In a private kitchen studio in Carmel, Sprouts Cooking School stages a heady, hands‑on competition: a Mystery Basket Challenge inspired by Food Network’s “Chopped.” Teams of four scramble to turn surprise ingredients into a finished dish under a tight clock, with professional culinary guidance throughout.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Mystery Basket Challenge
Experience the thrill of a cooking competition: teams receive surprise ingredients and must compose a winning dish while racing the clock, modeled on the format of “Chopped.”
Small, Focused Crews
Groups work in teams of four, fostering hands‑on collaboration and rapid role‑shifting as colleagues plan, cook, and plate under time pressure.
Private Kitchen, Professional Guidance
This is an exclusive two‑hour team‑building event held in a private kitchen studio, led by Sprouts’ professional culinary team.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
Fast, focused, and a little theatrical: after a brief orientation you’ll be split into teams of four, receive a Mystery Basket, and have a limited window to ideate, prep, cook, and present — all with professional chefs coaching and the clock ever present.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most out of this event
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The event is two hours long.
Meet at 13190 Hazel Dell Pkwy, Unit 100, Carmel, IN 46033.
The operator’s materials do not list required personal gear; check with Sprouts Cooking School for any specific requests or dietary accommodations ahead of time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the event?
The Corporate Events: Carmel Mystery Basket Challenge runs for two hours.
Where does the event meet?
The meeting location is 13190 Hazel Dell Pkwy, Unit 100, Carmel, IN 46033.
How many participants can take part?
The event accommodates up to 16 people; the price includes 12 people.
How are teams organized?
Participants work in teams of four for the Mystery Basket Challenge.
Is the session guided by professionals?
Yes — Sprouts’ professional culinary team guides the event in a private kitchen studio.
What is the format of the challenge?
The format is a Mystery Basket Challenge inspired by Food Network’s “Chopped,” with teams creating dishes from surprise ingredients while racing the clock.