The Spice Detective

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Experiences Crafted Around Spice, Story & Sensation

Spice Workshops & Presentations

Spice Workshops & Presentations

Learn about different types of Middle Eastern spices — their origins, history, and how to use them in your everyday cooking.

Each guest receives a personal spice tray for a hands-on sensory journey. Explore flavor, aroma, taste, and texture as you create your own custom spice blends to take home.

Discover the health benefits and anti-inflammatory properties of spices. Learn the best practices for buying, storing, and cooking with spices.

Fun tips for introducing children and loved ones to cooking with spices. Bread and olive oil provided for mixing and sampling throughout.

Stories, humor, and fascinating facts woven throughout — because great food deserves great conversation.

Available in English, Hebrew, and Spanish. Workshops available across U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Live Cooking Demos

Live Cooking Demos

Watch Yaniv demonstrate 1-2 signature dishes live, using spices that elevate simple ingredients into unforgettable meals.

Audience participation encouraged — get your hands spiced up! Learn techniques you can replicate at home.

Samples passed around on mini plates so everyone can taste the transformation.

Perfect for galas, fundraisers, corporate team events, community gatherings, and festivals.

Private Chef & Intimate Dinners

Private Chef & Intimate Dinners

A tailored multi-course menu designed around your preferences, dietary needs, and vision.

For families and groups of any size — from intimate dinners for two to celebrations of 50+.

Ideal for milestone birthdays, anniversaries, holiday gatherings, and special occasions.

Yaniv handles everything from menu design to execution, bringing the restaurant experience to the comfort of your home.

Cookbook Signing & Q&A

Cookbook Signing & Q&A

Interactive Q&A session where Yaniv shares stories behind the recipes, answers cooking questions, and connects with your audience.

Signed copies of 'My Spiced Kitchen' available for all attendees.

Guests receive small glass jars of spices as a take-home gift to continue their spice journey at home.

Culinary Tours — Israel

Culinary Tours — Israel

A 9-day, 8-night immersive culinary and cultural journey through the Holy Land.

From the deserts of southern Israel to the Golan Heights in the north — experience the full spectrum of Israeli cuisine.

Explore bustling markets, participate in workshops with Israeli chefs, visit award-winning wineries, and learn desert cooking techniques.

Nature adventures, historical sites, and the hidden flavors of a land where East meets West.

For families and groups of 12-18 people. Custom itineraries available.

Restaurant Consulting

Restaurant Consulting

Leverage Yaniv's 20+ years of culinary experience to elevate your restaurant concept.

Menu development, spice integration, kitchen workflow optimization, and staff training.

From concept to execution — helping restaurants create memorable, spice-forward dining experiences.

All programs can be customized and tailored to your individual vision and wishes.

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