Create A Private Event For Your Cooking School

Ever thought about throwing a private dinner party for your friends? Or maybe setting up an exclusive cooking workshop for your top clients? That’s where private events come into play! Occasion makes it easy to plan and manage these special gatherings.

In this article, you will cover:


What’s a Private Event?

Think of a private event as an exclusive culinary celebration. Only those with an invite can join the fun! Here are some tasty examples:

  • A surprise cooking class for your best friend’s birthday 🎉
  • A team-building cooking challenge for your office team 🍳
  • An exclusive gourmet dinner for your loyal customers 🍽️

Why Go Private?

Private events offer a host of benefits, such as:

  1. Exclusivity: Only your selected guests can join in the fun.
  2. Personalization: You can tailor the cooking experience to suit your guests' tastes and dietary needs.
  3. Surprise Factor: Perfect for secret celebrations or intimate gatherings.

Make your Event private

Setting up a private event in your cooking studio is straightforward! Here’s how:

  1. Log into your Occasion workspace.
  2. Find your event or create a new one.
  3. Look for the "Public/Private" switch.
  4. Flip it to "Private," and you’re all set!

Show Your Private Event on Your Public Calendar

Want to make your private event public? No problem! By default, the toggle is off:

  1. Go to Settings > Website Calendars.
  2. Find your calendar view layout embedded or linked to your website calendar and click Edit.
  3. Look for the "Show private events on the calendar." toggle
  4. Turn it on.
  5. Save your changes.

Your private event is now shown on your public calendar.


Fun Ideas for Private Events

  • Host a private wine and cheese pairing night 🍷🧀
  • Organize a cooking class focused on a specific cuisine for a small group 🌍
  • Plan a surprise launch of a new dish for your most loyal customers 🎉

Remember, private events are all about creating unforgettable culinary experiences for your guests. So, let your creativity flourish and whip up something extraordinary!


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