7 London Experience Gifts for Foodies

Whether your mum is mad about chocolate making or your friend wants to try their hand at cocktail making, workshop experience gift cards can help them build brand-new skills in 2024. A gastronomical journey overflowing with mouth-watering delights beats a boring bouquet any day!

We believe London is the culinary capital of the world, home to the famous Borough Market, 66 Michelin-starred restaurants and every conceivable style of cooking. A wealth of talented chefs are forever innovating to satisfy the city's hunger, and, thankfully, they're willing to share their secret recipes with other fervent foodies!

Keep reading as we briefly explore the benefits of experience gift vouchers before highlighting a smorgasbord of London adventures for those with hearty appetites.

What makes experience gift cards so special?

Unfortunately, most presents end up in landfills, unloved and sometimes unwrapped! In contrast, an experience gift voucher lets people choose something they genuinely want – there's no need to keep receipts just in case.

What's more, experience gifts promote relaxation and mental wellbeing. For example, baking and desserts classes offer a sanctuary away from city living stress, encouraging students to swap to-dos for the meditative rhythm of rolling, kneading and piping. 

Lastly, experience gift vouchers are far more meaningful because they create memories that last a lifetime. Our London experience days are suitable for individuals, couples and groups, making them perfect for any special occasion. If you're looking for gifts for foodies, London is bursting with possibilities! Keep reading to see what you should try.

1. Get the best of British with a scone baking class

Jam or cream first? It's time to find out with this Cream tea baking class in London.

Hosted on a charming houseboat situated in a private marina in East London and learn how to make a delicious cream tea that's also completely vegan!

You will discover how to create vegan scones and explore alternative creams to replace the traditional clotted cream. You will also have the opportunity to sample various jams and learn how to quickly make your own jam using fresh fruit! In addition, you will get to sip on authentic English tea served in vintage china tableware and enjoy a chilled glass of fizz.

As a bonus, all cat enthusiasts will get to meet Tippi, Tere and Colin's adorable Ragdoll cat from Barcelona. Tippi is a friendly feline who loves meeting new people and is sure to make your experience even more delightful!

Looking for a sustainable gift idea for a vegan? Read here!

2. Satisfy your sweet tooth with chocolate

Why buy your loved one a box of chocolates when food experience gifts gives them the knowledge to make it at home? People with sweet teeth are sure to adore this London chocolate making class, which dives into the Wonkaesque world of creating your own chocolate from the bean to the bar.

A talented chocolatier walks participants through the history of chocolate before the group explores different tasting notes. From floral and fudge to nutty and bitter, there's so much depth of flavour to explore.

This experience day is too good to miss, so get in on the fun too! Chocolate making is an unforgettable couple's activity or birthday celebration. Best of all, you'll walk away with double the number of delicacies to enjoy.

3. Go east with a Japanese desserts class

London is a melting pot of cuisines from around the globe, and more people than ever are tantalising their taste buds with innovative flavours and recipes. Bold foodies hungry for the capital's culinary abundance should look no further than this exciting Japanese desserts class in North London.

Curious students master dorayaki and mochi – two popular Japanese dishes that use unique ingredients like sweet azuki bean paste and mochigome (a short-grain, glutinous rice). An accomplished chef is on hand to help, guiding students through the intricate process of pastry making, filling and wrapping.

By the end of the session, proud pupils walk away with techniques to impress dinner guests and create unique handmade DIY gifts. Move over Madeira Cake – mochi and dorayaki are in town!

4. Master the art of cake decoration

Mixing, piping and indulging in a childhood favourite is good for the soul, and this London vintage cake decorating class has it all. This trending experience will give you the chance to decorate your own buttercream work of art and it's suitable for complete beginners or those with more practice!

If a spouse wants to start a side hustle, they may choose a three-tiered showstopper or mesmerising mirror glaze. Maybe nan prefers traditional glitter sprinkles and edible flowers? Whatever the preference, students can tap into the workshop leader's breadth of knowledge to create professional-looking and utterly delicious baked goods.

5. Combine sushi making and cocktails

Moving away from baking and desserts, this sushi making and cocktail masterclass combines Japanese and metropolitan influences for a sophisticated date night idea.

Kicking off with cocktails, participants bust out their most flamboyant flair moves and mix two tempting concoctions to sip on while cooking (a little tipple gets the creative juices flowing). Then, assisted by a sushi specialist, they learn how to make flawless rice, crisp salty fish and tightly packed rolls.

6. Sip and paint at a London party!

Multifaceted foodies with an artistic streak can let their hair down with this London sip and paint party. Forget stuffy classrooms – say hello to composing masterpieces in a vibrant social setting.

Armed with a brush and cocktail, passionate Picassos paint to the backdrop of hip hop and R&B music. The rhythm inspires total creative freedom – there's no right or wrong, just unashamed self-expression. Fancy an afterparty? The ticket price includes optional entry to keep the good times rolling.

Above all else, this London experience day promises bucket loads of fun for hen dos, corporate events or big birthday celebrations.

7. Create some funky condiments at a fermentation workshop

Whether you want to liven up a lunchtime sandwich or you want some new condiments on hand to add some nutrition to your diet, learn how to ferment a whole variety of tasty treats at this fermentation class.

From refreshing kefir to funky and flavoursome kimchi, not only are these foods incredibly delicious, but also encourage the growth of friendly bacteria in the gut. With an abundance of health properties, fermented foods are amazing to know how to make for yourself — perfect if you want London food gifts for adventurous eaters

Where to find workshop experience gift cards

At ClassBento, we have artisan experience vouchers, London-wide. Discover thousands of unique culinary classes in London and across the UK. From cake decorating and chocolate making to cocktail shaking and paint parties, there's something to satisfy every appetite.

We combine your favourite foodie, gifts, London teachers with a passion and hassle-free choice. Your lucky gift recipient has up to three years to pick out their favourite cooking class or tasting experience in the city.

Browse our collection of gift experience cards today and give that special someone a Mother's Day, Valentine's Day or anniversary present they'll never forget.