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Fancy trying something totally new for your next date night? You might fall in love over a foodie date night with our pizza making classes in London! Instead of sitting across from each other and waiting for your food to arrive, you’ll get to dive into making it yourself together side-by-side.
You’ll shape dough, bicker over toppings and eventually sit and enjoy what you’ve made. Whether you’re planning a first date, an anniversary, or you’re simply ready to switch up your usual date night, we’ve collated a handy guide for you! We’ll help you build the loveliest pizza date night in London, complete with other recommendations to turn it into a full day or night out.
Why pizza makes the perfect date night
There are plenty of reasons to swap the usual dinner reservation for a couples' cooking experience. A pizza-making class gives you the best bits of going out to eat, with a little more fun thrown in!
- You've got something to talk about. Got first date nerves? Doing an activity together gives you something to chat about right away.
- It's genuinely hands-on. You're not just eating dinner together, you're actually making it.
- You get to try something new. Even if you've never worked with pizza dough before, beginner-friendly classes will guide you through the process.
- There's a built-in reward. After all that kneading, stretching and topping, you get to eat your creations.
- It's easy to build a whole evening around. Add cocktails before, a neighbourhood stroll afterwards or somewhere special for dessert and you've got a complete date night.
- You might actually learn something useful. Once you know how to make pizza properly, there's nothing stopping you from recreating this cosy date night at home!
Pizza-making experiences for every kind of couple
No matter what kind of couple you are, we’ve got a pizza making adventure that you’ll be talking about for years to come.
The first-date couple
Still getting to know each other? Making pizza together takes off some of the pressure – so many natural conversation starters! And you get to find out (and judge) their favourite pizza toppings right off the bat.
Bond over…
- This pizza making class in Wandsworth.
While you’re in the area…
- Enjoy riverside views and drinks at The Ship.
The foodie couple
If you prefer a proper pizza and only succumb to a cheap takeaway pepperoni on the odd occasion, you’ll love an experience that lets you dive deeper into Italian cooking. Learn about fermentation, ingredients and how to master a pizza oven – plenty to geek out about!
Indulge in…
- This pizza making masterclass in Hackney.
While you’re in the area…
- Try delicious wines at Bruno.
The “we hate boring dates” couple
If you’re over dinner and a movie, pizza making is your chance to try something different without sacrificing the best part of a date – eating something delicious! (And spending time together, of course). Go for a fun hands-on class and end the night with drinks.
Make memories with…
- This perfecto pizza making class in Marylebone.
While you’re in the area…
- Wander around Marylebone and try Scales Cocktail Bar for drinks.
The long-term couple
After you've been together for a while, it's easy for date night to become dinner, TV and an early night. A couples cooking experience gives you a reason to get out and actually do something together! Make pizzas, laugh together, and you can still be in your pajamas by 10pm.
Shake things up with…
- This sourdough pizza making workshop in Highgate.
While you’re in the area…
- Walk along to Oddono’s – award winning Italian gelato!
The celebration couple
Planning a special birthday or a big anniversary? Just booked the holiday you've been saving for? Make the class part of a bigger celebration! Make and eat delicious pizza, enjoy your favourite drinks and let loose for the night.
Celebrate with…
- This pizza party with bottomless Margaritas in the City of London.
While you’re in the area…
- Finish your night with dessert at Hummingbird Bakery.
How to build a pizza date night in London
The beauty of a pizza date is that the class doesn't have to be the whole evening. Treat it as the main event and build a little adventure in the capital around it.
1. Start with a neighbourhood worth exploring
First things first: where are you going? No matter which class you go for, we’ve got experiences all over the city – giving you plenty of choices for exploring. Arrive early for a coffee, browse some independent shops or wander around a gallery for an hour.
If your class is in a neighbourhood you've never explored, even better. Part of the fun of a pizza date night is making an evening of somewhere rather than travelling straight from A to B!
2. Book the main event: your pizza-making class
Choose your class and dive in! You might master Neapolitan pizza or learn how to make the perfect sourdough base.
Don’t worry if the extent of your pizza-making experience is grabbing a frozen one and throwing it in the oven – you’ll have a pizza expert showing you what to do!
3. Add a drink (or two)
Theme your night with a glass of Italian wine, or find a cocktail spot for a post-pizza drink. Prefer a cosy vibe? Opt for hot chocolate or milkshakes.
4. Leave room for dessert
You can’t do a proper pizza date night in London without a sweet treat to end the night with. Look for Italian gelato, tiramisu or whatever takes your fancy.
5. Give yourselves somewhere to wander
Try not to pack the day too full. Take some time to wander, talk and connect with each other. Walk around a pretty neighbourhood or by the riverside – let the night guide you!
Which pizza date night is right for you?
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Your perfect pizza date awaits
If you’ve been in a bit of a date-night rut, a hands-on class might be just the thing you need! Or if you’re just getting to know each other or celebrating something special, it’s the kind of date you’ll actually remember.
Let the cooking class be your main ingredient, then spice up the rest of the night however you like. Pick a date, roll up your sleeves, and treat your favorite person to the ultimate night out – topped off with delicious, homemade pizza.
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