Delicious Foodie Experiences for Hen Party Ideas

Are you on the hunt for 2024 hen party ideas that will relax your group of gals before the big day? Combine your two favourite things, your besties and food, for some delicious activities that will keep your brain engaged and your mouth watering. 

Nourish your mind, soul and stomach with flavorful culinary classes across the UK. In London, learn authentic curry recipes, perfect pasta from scratch, or knead artisan breads. In Glasgow, pick up sushi rolling skills, blend aromatic gin cocktails, or make macarons and tarts. Planning your Liverpool hen do? Make custom scented candles or chocolate truffles together. Whatever you crave - cooking, baking, cocktails, or sweets - we have passionate teachers eager to share their joy of food and drink in hands-on classes for all tastes and skills. 

Browse through our tasting menu of incredible classes and go for whatever makes your stomach rumble!

Indulge your sweet tooth with chocolate making

For a real crowd-pleaser, learn how to make chocolate truffles with your gal pals. You’ll be rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands involved for a delicious and unique party idea that will wow all your friends and bridesmaids. After all, who doesn’t like chocolate! This amazing confection is also perfect as a mood booster. If anyone needs their nerves soothed before the big day, making chocolate could be the little slice of relaxation they need. Everyone will go home with a goody bag full of handmade chocolate for them to nibble on with pride.

Fill, fold and feast on your own Asian dumplings

If you happen to have a preference for savoury dishes, the comforting taste of dumplings is sure to be a real treat for your taste buds. And what's even better is that making them yourself is bound to surpass anything you could get from a local takeaway.

Our esteemed teachers can guide you through the process of creating these cute bites in all their forms, ranging from vegetable, chicken, or beef dumplings to soup-filled, steamed, or boiled dumplings. You can either savour your usual order or try out a new way of making dumplings to enhance your palate.

Find a new appreciation for your favourite drinks with gin, whisky or wine tastings

If you want someone else to do all the heavy lifting when it comes to making food and drinks, try a tasting experience and learn a bit more about the history and background of each bite or sip. You don’t have to go all the way to France or Italy for a vineyard experience. The UK has delicious tours and wine tasting experiences for a tastebud tantalising hens party. If gin is your thing, try a gin distillery tour with a chance to mix your own botanicals for a customised bottle of your favourite drink. More of a whisky worshipper? We have whisky tasting experiences that will help you appreciate this amber-delight even more. Whatever your bevvy of choice is, use it to power an unforgettable hen party.

If you’re not much of a drinker, no worries! We have some equally delicious non-alcoholic tasting options. You might be enticed by a tea tasting experience that will have you sipping on the UK’s favourite drink. Explore it all, from your classic black and green tea to something a bit more unfamiliar like matcha tea or chai. You could also try cheese tasting for a deep dive into the world of dairy. Your expert guide will take you through a smorgasbord of exciting and popular cheeses, helping you pair them with bread, crackers and fruit for a truly delicious feast.

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Have a delightful afternoon learning how to make macarons 

Looking for classy hen party ideas? Enjoy a handmade afternoon tea topped off with macarons made by you in a baking class. Before you know it, you’ll be whipping up incredible meringue for your own batch of macarons that you can enjoy with your besties. It’s a hen party activity that is ideal for sharing with your grandma or mum for some quality time before the big day.

This French dessert recipe is easy to make when you have guidance from expert teachers to help you at every step. We have pastry chefs and bakeries all across the country who can add a little sweetness to your day out in Manchester, London, Bristol, or wherever you are!

Get your grill on with a BBQ cooking class

Ignite your love for grilled meats and veggies and learn how to BBQ. If you need a hen do activity that will fuel your wild night out, this is ideal! Sink your teeth into succulent BBQ ribs, perfectly grilled chicken, or a juicy brisket, all smothered in homemade BBQ sauce and leave with happy tummies. It doesn’t even need to be summer for you to enjoy a good cookout, you just need a love for food, and your teacher will show you all the best tips and tricks on how to use a grill to prepare incredible meals. 

A grilling class is also a great one to share with your soon-to-be hubby for a combined stag and hen party you can enjoy with your loved ones. It’s a fun group activity that everyone can get involved with as you combine into one family.

Food is a fantastic way to bring people together, create lasting memories, and make everyone at your hen do happy. Whether you’re a bride-to-be trying to find a gift experience to show appreciation to your bridal party or a maid of honour trying to find the perfect celebration to embody your bestie’s favourite things, there is a cooking class or food experience for you. Come away with a new appreciation for your most-loved treats and a few new skills that you can sharpen up at home.