Chef Bruce's personality and his fun jokes are the highlights of the event. His instructions are…read moresuper easy to follow. He's attentive and very observant of our cleanliness, our likes/dislikes. He's personal and his thorough teaching helped us make a delicious meal! Laura is chef Bruce's best assistant. She's a female lead yet at the event took a step back into behind the scenes. Without her preparations, we would not have anything to cook with. She's friendly and caring. She took pictures for us throughout the event and send it to us promptly. The experience was wholesome. We had great laughs, delicious pesto gnocchi, delightful tiramisu and genuine conversations. It was a wonderful experience. Thanks a nicest bunch, Laura & Chef Bruce! Van Nguyen (Calyxo's Supply Chain cooking event)

I recently attended a cooking class with my work team, and it was so much fun. Pans on Fire is a…read morekitchenware store, with a room on the side for cooking classes. The store itself is really cute, with useful gadgets and cute towels and knick-knacks. I was part of a group of 12 for the Express Spanish class. There are many different cuisines to choose from, and different durations (e.g., express-1.5 hours, standard-2.5 hours, ultimate-3.5 hours). What made this class run so smoothly is all the prep work that was done ahead of time. Each member had their own apron with their name on it. The cutting boards, ingredients, and tools were laid out around the kitchen. Bruce, the owner/instructor, first gave us demos on knife technique, garlic crushing, and juicing with a fluicher (flat-juicer). Many of these tools are available at their store. Then we worked on different parts of the menu in teams of three. Some of us cut tomatoes, while other crushed garlic. As far as actual cooking on the stove, only 2 members were hands on. After cooking, we sat down at their dining table and ate our meal together. Menu: Gazpacho, Garlic shrimp, Pan con Tomate, Manchego y Chorizo Tostada. Everything tasted good, but my favorite was the garlic shrimp. Hygiene was very important throughout. Longer hair had to be tied, and once we washed our hands, we were no longer allowed to touch our phones. However, Bruce did a great job of taking plenty of pictures for us. Overall, a very fun way to socialize while making something together. I highly recommend this for a team building experience.

This is an interesting arts gallery for Hawaiian art. It…read morehas different types of projects: resin arts , fluid art , glass painting, beach scenes , charcuterie board, etc . This place is great for birthday parties, girls day out , family events , team bonding, date night and summer camp or spring break activities. They display the art pieces they made and they are all cute and nicely made . It is located inside Stoneridge mall . Parking is easy and many restrooms are available and easy to find one near by . The finished products are cute and I would like to try them out!

Came here for a team bonding activity and it was honestly such a great experience! Preeta (the…read moreowner) was so sweet and walked us step-by-step through the candle-making class, and Alexis was a huge help to us as well. We did the classic sand option, and there are so many options for fragrances and colors to mix and match. Preeta makes it super easy by guiding you right through how to combine everything and make the candle. The studio is a really great size, and there are other fun activities to do there too. Everyone in the group had so much fun and we shared a ton of laughs! Felt like a really personal activity. The price was totally reasonable and we'll definitely be back. 10/10 highly recommend!

My friend chose this place as a part of his bachelor party and we did the Medusa room…read more As a group of 6, we went through the escape room without any clues. The game felt very linear and I loved especially the ending and a lot of the special effects. We had so much fun and it was certainly a memorable experience.

Fun escape rooms, most the puzzles were pretty intuitive, they have pretty active and engaged…read moregamemasters which can help you with hints or guidance if you find yourself stuck. I can recommend return to childhood for folks new to escape rooms. , it was my first escape room experience and found the design to be really good. The location is also great, easy parking and lots of food options nearby in downtown Pleasanton to grab a bite after escaping!

We had a team building event this weekend and were looking to have some outdoor fun. Nathan brought…read moreeverything we needed and set up a great spread. We had a great time running around and I got to shoot my manager in the butt. Definitely recommend!

From the owner: We are proud to host Nerf events across the bay area! We use 3D printed blasters made in-house from…read moreour team here in San Jose. We also offer custom printed blasters as well if you want to have a party favor that everyone talks about!

We had so much fun painting and chatting. The owner is such a kind and helpful person. I had an…read moreinjured foot and she brought everything to me and made sure that everyone in my group was having a great time and had all of the supplies that they needed. There isn't a studio fee and the items are very reasonably priced. Plus the service is outstanding. I will visit Creatif anytime I'm in a painting mood. Go and have fun!

I celebrated my daughter's 10th birthday party here, and unfortunately, the experience was…read moreextremely disappointing. She chose the clay art activity with a "Sea Friends" theme because it sounded creative and exciting for the kids, but the actual experience did not meet expectations at all. There were only three very simple animal designs offered, which was far too limited for a two-hour birthday party and not engaging enough to keep the children interested. The employees assisting with the activity did not appear to be properly trained to host or manage a children's party. Their instructions were unclear, they spoke very softly, and there was little enthusiasm or interaction with the kids. The atmosphere felt dull and unorganized instead of fun and energetic like a birthday celebration should be. Many of the children lost interest quickly because there was no excitement, guidance, or effort to keep them engaged. What was most disappointing was that, despite booking a two-hour party, the actual clay activity lasted only around 40 minutes. After that, there was very little for the kids to do, leaving them bored and restless for most of the remaining time. As a parent spending money to create a memorable milestone birthday for my daughter, I expected a much better-planned and professionally hosted experience. I chose this place hoping it would create happy memories for my daughter and her friends, but instead it turned into a frustrating and disappointing experience for both the kids and the parents attending the party.

I've known Barbara for years. Awesome chef/cook/teacher/host and wonderful person, too!! You're…read moregoing to love meeting and working with her!!!

I purchased a cooking class at Viva Cucina for my family of five, hoping to give all of us an…read morealternative to the usual boring restaurant food, ordering in, etc., and get us cooking for ourselves. We had a wonderful experience with Barbara. She is a dedicated "foodie," clearly loves the process of cooking and is a great host. Her love for cooking is contagious! We were all swept up in her positive vibe and enthusiasm. We chose the Filet Mignon as our main course along with garlic mashed potatoes, carrots, etc. and Bananas Foster for dessert. Really delicious! It was a great lesson in the science and art of cooking that we are putting to good use at home and will come in handy especially when preparing meals for the holidays. Top notch!

This is a review for the Dublin location We arrived and got…read moreto race immediately. The kids were stoked. All the staff was curteous at the front desk, racetrack and "restaurant". The restaurant is a MAJOR let down though. The portions are not even kids menu worthy but the pricetag is huge! Kids left hungry, I was more angry. Do yourself a favor, Nations burgers and In and out are 5 minutes away. No brainer!

The facility itself is fun, and the kids had a great time, but I wouldn't recommend it for a…read morebirthday party given the cost. At $80 per child for the most basic package on a weekend I expected a higher level of service. Throughout the party, I had to ask for everything. I had to request water pitchers, ask for a candle and lighter, and no one offered to help cut the cake. The staff didn't offer much help coordinating the event. I've had parties at Pump It Up, where the staff was much more attentive and proactive. I also had an unpleasant interaction with an employee (Scott?). The employee's old white car was parked in front of the facility, with its windows completely down and a cracked windshield, and its alarm went off. The employee came outside, WALKED ON THE HOOD OF HIS CAR to turn off the alarm, and then accused me of hitting his car. My husband and the five children in my car all confirmed that I didn't. After confronting me in the parking lot, he walked back into K1 while I followed behind. I found it very inappropriate for an employee to yell at a customer, especially as they were entering the business. The kids enjoyed themselves, but the overall customer service was not up to my expectations. When I book a party I like to be stress free, otherwise I would just host a party at my own house.

Cynthia Shon recently facilitated our Board of Directors' annual strategy & planning meeting, and…read moreit was terrific! Her attention to detail is second to none. She made sure that the day was perfectly planned, from the structured agenda (down to the minute) to the creative ice-breakers, the presentation and brainstorming session, and the follow-up notes and recommendations we received the day after. If you want your retreat to be productive, call Cynthia now! You won't regret it.

Great experience. Brought people just enough out of their comfort zone to bond with the rest of…read moretheir team. Fun and worthwhile "change up" to a typical work event. 100% recommend!

Food was surprisingly good and very different than what we expected. Schnitzel, wings and…read morephenomenal Italian food. We ate while playing bocce on the covered outdoor courts. The service was excellent and it was a fun experience all around. The ONLY reason I didn't give five stars was due to a family with two young boys who were running onto the bocce courts stealing pallinos. Their parents couldn't care less and did nothing to stop them. The staff really should have kicked them out or, at the least, reprimand both the children and their entitled parents. Luckily they ended up going inside and using a simulator.

I had my rehearsal lunch at Da Boccery, and it was such a fun experience! We had the Stiffler's Mom…read morepackage, which included a mixed green salad with dinner rolls, pappardelle Alfredo, chicken Parmesan, and a selection of desserts including crème brûlée cheesecakes, berry tarts, and brownies. The food was delicious and portions were very generous. We had plenty of food left over, which was definitely a plus! We also rented a bocce court and the golf simulator, which made the lunch even more fun. It was a great way for everyone to relax, socialize, and enjoy some friendly competition. The staff was also fantastic. They were attentive, friendly, and made sure we were taken care of throughout the entire event. Everything came together so nicely, and I'm really glad we chose Da Boccery for our rehearsal lunch. Highly recommend it for group events, celebrations, or just a fun day out!

Coffee shop located in the heart of Downtown Pleasanton. I'm not sure this place took over another…read morebusiness at some point because the space is really large. It also has an old-timey study or library or at least a literary vibe to this place. There's multiple rooms, including a stage in the back room. I think they have events here. Service is friendly and they have classic drinks as well as some festive ones. I was here on St. Patrick's Day so I got something festive even though it was overly sugary lol. I ordered the Lucky Charms White Mocha. It was tasty, but definitely a drink I wouldn't be able to order on the regular. I was able to set up my computer and one of the side rooms and get some work done. This place seems to be a very popular place for studying and doing some work. Just a great place in a great area. They have a large lot and there's also plenty of street parking in the area, especially during the day.

I would come back for the space, as it has an ample amount of seating with a vibe that's perfect…read morefor getting some work done. I got the brown sugar shaken drink, and I thought it had a little too much cinnamon. I would still be open to trying another drink from here though.