Team Building Through Cooking — Served With Flavor

Turn coworkers into teammates with a hands-on, fire-up-your-spirit cooking experience led by Brown’s Bar-B-Q in Midland & Odessa, Texas.


From BBQ classics to creative culinary challenges — we bring teams together through food, fun, and friendly competition.

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More Than Just BBQ — It’s Team Building With Flavor

At Brown’s Bar-B-Q, we believe the best teams are built around the table.
Our hands-on team-building cooking experiences bring people together through creativity, collaboration, and friendly competition. From learning new culinary skills to facing off in light-hearted cook-off challenges, your group will leave more connected — and well-fed.

What’s Included:

  • Hands-on instruction from experienced chefs and pitmasters

  • Team challenges that inspire teamwork and laughter

  • All food, ingredients, equipment, and setup included

  • Recipes to take home after class

  • Meals prepared and enjoyed together in a relaxed environment

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Choose Your Team-Building Cooking Experience

Every team is unique — and your cooking experience should be too. Choose the class that best fits your group’s style and goals.

See Our Classes:

  • Frying with Passion - Learn the secrets to frying and the proper techniques for perfecting crispy favorites.

  • Beyond the Smoke - Dive into the BBQ basics — from wood selection to mastering heat control and seasoning.

  • Surf & Turf - Learn to prepare the perfect lobster roll and steak pairing, and understand the art behind each cut.

  • Slip & Slide - Slide into the kitchen to make classic Southern BBQ sides — coleslaw, beans, mac & cheese, and more.

  • Taco Saturday & Beyond - Master the basics of making great tacos with fish or beef — and make it your own with signature toppings.

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Perfect For Any Team That Wants to Bond and Eat Well

Our cooking team-building events are designed for businesses and groups of all sizes.

We regularly host:

  • Oilfield crews & field service teams

  • HR teams & employee appreciation events

  • Medical & legal offices

  • Real estate brokerages & sales teams

  • Schools, nonprofits, and community groups

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Why Companies Choose Brown’s BBQ

Since 2003, Brown’s Bar-B-Q has been a Midland favorite for great food and friendly hospitality. Today, we bring that same passion to team-building — hosting dozens of local companies and crews for unforgettable cooking experiences that bring people together.

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See the Sizzle in Action

Testimonials

Jasmine Richards

Hosted a work event catered by Brown's BBQ – huge hit! Also love their easy pickup for weeknight dinners. Consistently delicious and convenient.

Monica Chandler

Brown's BBQ nails it every time, whether I swing by for a quick pickup or sit down for a smoke-filled feast. Consistently top-notch!

Thomas Krazinski

Attended a BBQ class at Brown's. Relaxed, informative session. Left knowing more about smoking techniques than I expected. Good for any BBQ enthusiast.

FAQs

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers – All About Your Brown’s BBQ Experience

How many people can join?

We can host both small groups and large teams—customized to your needs.

Do you host onsite or at businesses?

Events can be hosted at Brown’s BBQ in Midland or, in some cases, at your location.

What’s included?

We handle everything: food, equipment, setup, and cleanup.

Do you offer dietary options?

Yes—vegetarian and custom menu options are available.

How far in advance should we book our event?

We recommend booking at least 2–4 weeks in advance to secure your preferred date. However, we can often accommodate last-minute requests depending on availability.

Can events be customized for our company?

Absolutely! We can tailor the experience to fit your team’s goals—whether that’s adding a competitive element, focusing on collaboration, or customizing the menu. Our goal is to make your event memorable and unique to your company.