Top North Carolina Dining Experiences

Join a talented chef at a local brewery in Charlotte for a hands-on pasta-making experience that will elevate your home cooking! In this interactive class, you’ll learn how to craft fresh pappardelle pasta from scratch using flour, eggs, and olive oil. Master the techniques of kneading, rolling, and cutting your dough, then bring it all together with a rich, slow-simmered Bolognese sauce packed with beef, pork, tomatoes, and fresh vegetables. Enjoy the relaxed and welcoming brewery atmosphere as you sip on locally brewed craft beer while perfecting your pasta-making skills. Whether you’re a pasta enthusiast or just looking for a fun and unique night out, this class is the perfect way to enjoy great food, great company, and handcrafted flavors. Book your spot today for an unforgettable culinary experience in Charlotte!

Maximize time in Downtown Asheville with a sightseeing tour led by a local guide. Learn about Asheville's history and culture during a city stroll that includes breweries, distilleries, cafes, and historic sites. See popular landmarks like the Basilica of St. Lawrence, Grove Arcade, and the Leaf Global Arts Center. Taste local beer and spirits during brewery and distillery visits. In lieu of a tour ticket, tip your guide whatever amount you find fair.

Discover the techniques behind classic dumplings in this hands-on cooking class in Charlotte. This experience is hosted at a trendy local venue in Charlotte and is designed for all skill levels. Start by mixing a balanced filling with ground pork, Napa cabbage, scallions, ginger and sesame oil, with a vegetarian option available. Next, learn how to wrap and fold dumplings so they hold their shape and cook evenly. You’ll then cook your dumplings until golden and enjoy them fresh while gaining techniques you can confidently recreate at home.

Enjoy a picnic with a special someone when you’re in the Queen City of Charlotte. When you arrive at First Ward Park, your representative will be there to take you to the picnic location, where all will be set up for you. You’ll have views of Uptown Charlotte, while you can picnic, and do some activities to help you reconnect and relax with your dining partner.

Trade the candy aisle for an afternoon of melted chocolate, creativity and hands-on fun. In a welcoming local venue with a relaxed social atmosphere, you'll discover that chocolate making is surprisingly approachable, even if you've never tried it before. Step by step, you'll explore the fundamentals of chocolate making, learning how to melt and temper chocolate for the perfect texture and shine. Next, you'll pour the chocolate into molds and decorate your handcrafted treats using simple techniques that make each piece uniquely yours. You'll build practical skills in tempering, molding and finishing while gaining the confidence to recreate the process in your own kitchen. The atmosphere stays light, creative and easygoing, making it just as enjoyable to chat and laugh as it is to focus on your next masterpiece. By the end, you'll leave with handmade chocolates, new kitchen skills and a sweet reminder that homemade always tastes a little more satisfying.

Turn healthy eating into something genuinely exciting in this interactive grain bowl cooking class in Charlotte. In this class booked through Classpop!, Chef Tiore guides you through creating fully customizable grain bowls using fresh ingredients and simple techniques. Start by choosing hearty bases like quinoa, brown rice, farro or greens, then learn how to pair them with proteins including grilled chicken, tofu, shrimp and chickpeas for balanced flavor and texture. Next, add colorful vegetables such as cucumbers, peppers, carrots and sweet potatoes before finishing your bowl with seeds, cheese and bright homemade dressings. With step-by-step guidance throughout, you’ll leave with practical meal-building skills, a deeper understanding of different grains and plenty of inspiration for easy homemade lunches and dinners.

Join Chef Jenny for an interactive sushi-making experience at a local craft beer bar in Raleigh! In this engaging class, you’ll learn how to create two delicious sushi rolls from scratch, starting with perfectly seasoned sushi rice. Under Chef Jenny’s guidance, roll up a classic California roll filled with avocado, cucumber, and surimi before assembling a fresh veggie roll with mango, avocado, and cucumber. Using a traditional sushi mat, you’ll master the technique of rolling and slicing your sushi like a pro. As you cook, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the craft beer bar and sip on locally brewed beers available for purchase. Whether you're looking for a fun date night, a unique outing with friends, or a hands-on way to explore Japanese cuisine, this class offers the perfect blend of learning, great flavors, and craft beer. Book your spot today for an unforgettable sushi-making experience in Raleigh!

Head out for an evening of drinking and dining with this immersive beer tour. You'll visit four different local breweries, where you'll get to sample craft beer and learn about the brewing process. This tour also includes a stop for a meal at Midwood Smokehouse.

Sushi night just got a serious upgrade. Settle into a lively local brewery in Charlotte and learn the tricks behind homemade sushi with Chef Tiore guiding you through every step. First, you’ll prepare sushi rice with kombu and learn how texture and seasoning make or break a roll. Then you’ll layer nori, rice, sushi-grade tuna, Japanese mayo and sriracha before mastering the rolling technique for spicy tuna rolls. You’ll also sharpen your knife skills while slicing cucumber and avocado for colorful vegetable rolls. Everything is hands-on and beginner-friendly, with plenty of room to ask questions, laugh at imperfect rolls and enjoy the process. By the end, you’ll have practical sushi skills and a full meal you made from scratch.

Nothing beats the satisfaction of making pasta with your own hands, especially in the relaxed atmosphere of a local brewery. You'll prepare an Italian course, beginning with fresh pappardelle from simple ingredients like flour, eggs and olive oil. Pick up practical skills including dough mixing, kneading, rolling and cutting while learning what gives fresh pasta its perfect texture. Next, create a hearty Bolognese by combining pork, beef, celery, carrots, onions, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes and Parmesan into a deeply flavorful sauce. The aroma alone is worth showing up for. Bring everything together into a comforting Italian meal, then sit down and enjoy what you've created. It's relaxed, beginner-friendly and a delicious way to spend an afternoon or evening in the city.

Come hungry and leave knowing exactly how to make cavatelli from scratch at a laid-back Charlotte brewery. You’ll mix semolina flour, water, olive oil and salt, work the dough by hand and learn how to roll and shape those distinctive little pasta shells. Then comes the best part: fresh pesto made with basil, pine nuts, garlic and olive oil, finished with salt, pepper and Parmesan for a bright, savory sauce. You’ll combine the pesto with your handmade cavatelli and enjoy the finished dish in a casual, social setting. The class is beginner-friendly, so you can focus on learning, laughing and getting your pasta shapes just right. Plus, with Chef Autumn’s background working at Disney World, training under a Michelin-star chef and becoming an executive chef at 23, you’ll pick up plenty of kitchen know-how along the way.