Holiday Entertaining Made Easy | Thursday, November 12, 2026 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Holiday entertaining should allow the host to enjoy the party too! This hands-on class focuses on creating an elegant, restaurant-quality holiday menu using smart preparation, make-ahead strategies, and efficient timing. Guests will learn how to organize a menu, prepare food effortlessly, and present beautiful dishes without spending the entire event stuck in the kitchen.
- Starter: Holiday Whipped Feta Board
- Entrée: Pan-Seared Chicken with Shallot Cream Sauce
- Side: Lemon-Leek Rice Pilaf
- Vegetable: Roasted Green Beans with Toasted Almonds
- Dessert: Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Berries
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM (Doors open at 6:15 PM)
Location: The Purpose-Filled Kitchen (We will email the address shortly)
Ticket: 1 Individual Pass ($95)
Chef Neena Perez | The Purpose Filled Kitchen
What I Offer
At The Purpose-Filled Kitchen™, I create transformational culinary experiences, purpose-driven gatherings, and practical resources designed to nourish both the body and the soul.
By blending classic culinary technique, faith, storytelling, and intentional connection, I offer:
- Hands-On Seasonal Cooking Workshops
- Intimate, small-group classes in Round Rock & Greater Austin—ranging from couples’ date nights and girls’ evenings to stress-free holiday meal prep and youth baking workshops.
- Signature Dining Experiences & Gatherings
- Curated date nights, themed dinner experiences, and transformational table conversations hosted in a warm, elegant, and welcoming setting.
- Culinary Guides & Digital Resources
- Faith-infused recipes, prep game plans, and downloadable kitchen resources that turn everyday cooking into a joyful, confidence-building practice.
Who This Is For
I serve growth-minded women, couples, and families who crave more than just a meal—they crave true connection.
This community includes:
- Couples seeking intentional, memorable date nights where they can cook, laugh, and connect.
- Women & Friends looking for meaningful social gatherings and creative evenings out.
- Busy Hosts who want to cook delicious, multi-course holiday meals with confidence and ease.
- Young Bakers & Families looking for hands-on, memory-making culinary activities.
- Purpose-Driven Individuals who value faith, depth, transformation, and gathering around the table.
If you are looking for experiences that feel intentional, grounded, and genuine, you have found your home at the table.
Why Choose The Purpose-Filled Kitchen?
- Experience Over Entertainment
- Classes are intentionally kept intimate (6–8 guests) to ensure personalized instruction, hands-on learning, and real connection.
- Food With Intention
- Every menu is crafted with care, teaching real culinary techniques alongside make-ahead strategies and stress-free hosting tips.
- Grounded & Authentic Leadership
- Led by Chef Neena Perez, bringing professional culinary expertise, faith, resilience, and lived experience to every class.
- Warm, Elegant Atmosphere
- Cozy, refined, and inviting. No rush, no pressure—just great food, practical skills, and shared presence around the table.
What You'll Get:
- Complete Multi-Course Holiday Meal: Enjoy an elegant 4-course dinner including an appetizer, main entrée, side, roasted vegetable, and dessert.
- 2.5 Hours of Interactive Instruction: Hands-on guidance from Chef Neena Perez in an intimate, small-group setting.
- Master Hosting & Prep Skills: Learn how to assemble quick-impact holiday appetizer boards, proper pan-searing, smooth cream sauces, flavorful rice pilaf, and make-ahead execution strategies.
- Stress-Free Timing Guide: Master coordinating multiple hot dishes so everything comes out beautifully timed when your guests arrive.
- Complete Recipe & Host Packet: Take home full recipes and step-by-step entertaining timelines to host your own holiday parties with total confidence.
- All Equipment & Ingredients Provided: We handle all setup and cleanup—just bring your enthusiasm for hosting!