Who said an aperitif is just about drinking something together? With AperiBuilding, your team becomes the star of the show: split into squads, colleagues compete between stoves and shakers to create sophisticated finger food and never-before-seen cocktails. It’s a sparkling, informal experience where creativity, taste and presentation take center stage, judged by a panel of experts. Perfect for breaking the ice among colleagues who don’t know each other well, or for celebrating an important company milestone in style.
The challenge: fornelli and shakers
AperiBuilding is built around friendly competition. Participants are divided into teams and given the ingredients and tools needed to create a finger food menu paired with signature cocktails. Each team must think strategically: who takes the kitchen station, who becomes the mixologist, who handles presentation and plating. The clock is ticking, and every choice — from flavor pairings to garnish — counts toward the final score.
The activities: from flavors to aesthetics
The experience isn’t just about cooking and shaking drinks — it’s about storytelling through food. Teams are asked to be creative in combining flavors, textures and colors, turning simple appetizers into elegant bites and classic drinks into original cocktails. A jury of experts evaluates taste, creativity and visual presentation, adding a competitive edge that keeps energy high throughout the event. The format culminates in a shared tasting, where everyone gets to enjoy the fruits of their collective labor.
Why it works for companies
AperiBuilding works because it removes the usual barriers of a corporate event. There’s no stage, no formal seating chart — just teams working side by side in a relaxed, playful atmosphere. This informal setting is ideal for ice-breaking among mixed groups, helping colleagues from different departments or offices connect naturally over a shared, hands-on challenge. It’s also a great way to celebrate achievements: a product launch, an anniversary, or simply the end of a great year, all wrapped in a format that combines fun, collaboration and tangible results — a plate and a glass everyone can be proud of.
How to organize it
At TeamBuilding.it we’ve spent 22 years designing experiences that turn colleagues into real teams. With 130+ original formats and offices in Rome and Milan, we tailor every event — including AperiBuilding — to your group’s size, goals and setting. Our claim says it best: we build teams that work. If you want to bring AperiBuilding to your next company event, get in touch with our team and we’ll help you design the perfect experience.
Frequently asked questions
What is AperiBuilding? AperiBuilding is a culinary team building format where teams compete to create finger food and cocktails, judged by expert jurors on taste, creativity and presentation.
Who is this format ideal for? It’s perfect for mixed groups and ice-breaking situations, making it a great choice for colleagues who don’t know each other well or for celebrating company milestones.
Do participants need cooking or bartending experience? No prior experience is required. The format is designed to be accessible, fun and collaborative for everyone, regardless of skill level.
How does the judging work? A panel of experts evaluates each team’s finger food and cocktails based on creativity, taste and aesthetic presentation, adding a competitive and engaging element to the event.
Ready to bring your team together over great food and drinks? Contact us to organize your AperiBuilding experience.
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