Top Tampa Food & Drink Classes

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local Tampa home with your host, Eric. Eric has been a home cook with over 40 years’ experience - cooking started out as a necessity and over the years became a huge source of joy. He is a firm believer in preparing his meals with lots of love and care as everyone deserves great food and drink - it is good for the soul! You will be welcomed with a smile into Eric and Nancy’s beautiful, warm and spacious home, which is 30-45 mins away from Clearwater, St Petersburg and Disney in Florida. Join Eric in his open home kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make 2 dishes from scratch, depending on the menu you choose. After cooking, join the couple to share the meal that you helped prepare. • Cooking lesson and meal in a local home • Introduction to a new culture and cuisine • 100% private activity • Eric can accommodate all special dietary needs, however, you need to inform him in advance, while booking the experience online

Explore one of Florida's most picturesque harbors on this Tampa history cruise that transports travelers back in time across stunning blue waters. See the real-life pirate ship known as Gabriella up close and take in views of million-dollar homes, popular museums, and the famous 'Plant Hotel' as you listen to expert commentary about the city's rich past.

Tampa is known for its party scene, but the city bars can be overcrowded and even uncomfortable at times. Take your private party to the water with this 90 minute - Tiki Boat Cruise in Tampa – BYOB. You’ll bring your own snacks and drinks and get to sip as you cruise down Hillsborough River on a unique, floating tiki bar. Pass skyscrapers and downtown Tampa as you party with your own group.

Visit ZooTampa at Lowry Park for a family-friendly wildlife experience that includes native Florida animals as well as species from around the world. Check out the variety of habitats that are home to wildlife from Asia, Africa, Australia and more, where you can see apes, birds, tortoises, panthers, manatees, koalas… the list goes on. Plus, learn about endangered species and the zoo’s efforts in animal conservation.

Join a talented chef for an exciting, hands-on sushi-making class where you’ll learn to create perfect rolls from start to finish. Begin by mastering the art of making sushi rice, the foundation of any great sushi dish. Then, craft a spicy tuna roll with fresh tuna, cucumber, and a tangy spicy sauce. For a plant-based twist, you’ll also prepare a vegetable hand roll featuring avocado, carrots, cucumbers, and shiitake mushrooms. With expert guidance every step of the way, you’ll leave this class with the skills to create your own sushi at home, impressing friends and family with your newfound talent. What to Expect: - Step-by-step guidance from a talented chef who makes it make sense. - A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your knife skills. - Tasting, laughing and leveling up your kitchen game. - Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.

Talented chef keeps things fun, focused, and beginner-friendly with a deep dive into just one iconic roll: the spicy tuna. This class is ideal for locals wanting to try something new or travelers looking for a unique, hands-on foodie experience. You’ll walk away with new skills, pro tips, and the confidence to recreate your spicy tuna roll at home — plus a few brag-worthy sushi pics for the feed. What to Expect: - Step-by-step guidance from a talented chef who makes it make sense. - A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your knife skills. - Tasting, laughing and leveling up your kitchen game. - Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.

Enjoy a fresh take on Italian comfort food in this immersive cooking class at a local brewery in Tampa. In this class, Chef Stephen guides you through the techniques behind a classic gnocchi and pesto dish, starting with properly cooking and seasoning your potato pasta for the best flavor and texture. Then, prepare a homemade pesto by chopping fresh basil and garlic and blending them with pistachios, olive oil and cheeses for a rich, nutty finish. A touch of heavy cream transforms the pesto into a silky sauce that coats every bite of gnocchi. With step-by-step guidance throughout, you’ll build practical pasta and sauce-making skills while enjoying a handmade Italian meal in a relaxed brewery setting.

Learn the essentials of Japanese bento box cooking in this immersive cooking experience hosted at a trendy hotel in Tampa. In this class, Chef Vivian and Chef Michi guide you through two classic recipes that come together as part of a traditional bento-style meal. Start by preparing gyoza from scratch, mixing a savory filling of beef, cabbage, scallions and ginger before folding and cooking the dumplings to perfection. Next, create a Japanese potato salad with cucumber and dill, learning how simple ingredients can create balanced flavor and texture. With step-by-step guidance throughout, you’ll build practical dumpling-making and Japanese cooking skills while discovering how these dishes work together in a classic bento box format.