Top USA Food & Drink Classes - page 3

Learn the secrets of making one of Mexico’s most celebrated dishes during this beginner-friendly, local-hosted cooking class. Meet your Michelin-trained chef guide at her home, enjoy a refreshing hibiscus agua fresca upon arrival, and roll up your sleeves. Your guide will break down the steps to make an authentic mole sauce, and share tips as you go. Finally, sit down to enjoy your tasty and traditional meal.

Here at Menchaca Chocolates we'd like to think we are adventurers continuing to re-define an ancient Pod found 150 miles from the equator. So we decided that to truly understand this magical bean you have to experience it through all your senses: taste, touch, smell, cracking and visual transformation. We developed these Chocolate & Art Workshops to do just that. You will get to know the possibilities and have a chance to make a custom unique Chocolate product and if you choose, design a label or Box to package it in. You can also learn exactly how we make our chocolate in Mr. Menchaca's Micro- batch Chocolate Factory Tour!

This experience blends hands-on mixology, local history, and iconic Bay Area views into one memorable San Francisco outing. Hosted inside a historic 1930s Art Deco distillery on Treasure Island, guests enjoy sweeping views of the Bay while learning the craft behind classic whiskey cocktails. During the class, guests shake and stir three iconic drinks — the Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, and Paper Plane, while discovering how different whiskeys shape flavor, balance, and aroma. One of the moments guests love most is tasting the first cocktail they’ve made themselves. Even those who say they “don’t usually drink whiskey” are often surprised by how approachable and delicious it can be. Getting here is easy, including a scenic six-minute ferry ride from the San Francisco Ferry Building. Gold Bar Whiskey is the Official Whiskey of the San Francisco 49ers.

Indulge in some of Denver's finest cocktails (or mocktails, if option selected)—and learn all about the city's drinks culture and history, from Prohibition to today—on this small-group tour. Setting off from the heart of Denver, you'll follow your guide to three of the city's top cocktail bars, and discover places and stories you wouldn't encounter on your own. Indulge in four craft cocktails, as well as food pairings, as you go.

New Orleans is known for its classic cocktails—but for first-timers, it can be hard to know where to go. Leave all the planning to your guide on this craft cocktail walking tour of the French Quarter. Visit historic bars and restaurants, and sample classics such the Sazerac. Hear stories from your guide and mixologists, and learn the sometimes-scandalous history of the city's drinking culture as you sip your way through town.

Indulge in specially curated wines and cheeses during this guided tasting at The Orcas Project in Eastsound. The tasting flights feature a rotating selection of wines created in collaboration with vineyards and artists in the region, ensuring a uniquely Pacific Northwest flavor. Enjoy the wine flight paired with a cheese board while you learn more about the project -- or perhaps meet the makers! After the tasting, wander around Eastsound to check out boutique shops, bakeries, and more.

New York takes its bagels very seriously. Experience the city’s bagel culture firsthand in this workshop. Learn a brief history of bagels before embarking on your baking journey, where you’ll hand-shape the dough and discover boiling and baking techniques. Afterwards, enjoy fresh-out-of-the-oven bagels you can smear with spreads. You can also unwind during class with beer, wine, and soft drinks.

Join a 2-hour interactive cocktail class in Nashville. Learn to make 3 cocktails, enjoy a performative history lesson, and discover local drink history in a speakeasy setting. Full description Step into the legendary Golden Sound in the Gulch, a retro recording studio turned Speakeasy, and be transported to an era of moonshine, flappers and speakeasy secrets. Begin with a charismatic cocktail expert who combines storytelling, booze news, and local drink history with pro tips on making better drinks. Learn about Nashville’s rich alcohol and cocktail history, including tales of Al Capone’s bootlegging escapades through Printers Alley during Prohibition. Enjoy three cocktails and basic bar snacks as you immerse yourself in this interactive experience. Whether you’re a bachelorette party looking to let loose or a couple wanting to elevate your cocktail game, this is the perfect experience for you.

Experience the sights and sounds of Miami’s vibrant Little Havana neighborhood on this guided walking food tour. Explore this lively Cuban district and discover its fascinating history and culture, with stops at some of the best family-owned and operated Cuban restaurants in the area. Sample the local cuisine, like guava pastries, chicken plantain cups, and flan ice cream. Also, meet some of the local artists, watch skilled Cuban cigar rollers and listen to traditional Cuban music.

In addition to bluebells and BBQ, Texas Hill Country produces some fine olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Come for a day of tasting! We have hand-picked several products and a compilation of small bites that perfectly pair with our extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. You'll be an olive oil connoisseur in no time. NOTE: No gluten free bread options are available at this time.

Discover the flavors of New Orleans on a combined cooking demonstration and cocktail walking tour. Start with a classic Louisiana cooking demonstration, where you can watch a chef prepare classic dishes including jambalaya and gumbo, then enjoy tastings. Afterward, explore the French Quarter’s historic bars while sipping classic NOLA cocktails. Learn about the history and culture of New Orleans food and drinks along the way.

Get a different perspective on Kauai, away from the beaches, with a small-group tour of a tropical farm on the island's east side. Learn about the history of beekeeping in the Hawaiian Islands, don a bee suit and see inside an active beehive, and taste fresh honey from the comb.

If you fancy yourself a foodie or culture enthusiast, don’t miss this walking tour of San Francisco’s Little Italy—the neighborhood of North Beach. Voted one of the 15 best foodie tours in the USA by U.S. News, join an insider guide and experience a slice of the top things to do in North Beach, such as tasting coffee and witnessing bread being freshly made. Soak up the lively atmosphere of one of the city’s most popular districts as you learn about its cafes and bakeries and see landmarks like Saints Peter and Paul Church.

Save time and energy with an at-home cooking class, and perfect the techniques to create a Chicago classic—deep dish pizza. From the comfort of your own kitchen, enjoy one-to-one tuition from a private, online teacher (and Chicago native). With a recipe and ingredient list emailed to you ahead of your chosen start time, crafting your own delicious pizza couldn't be easier.

Experience a delightful combination of private transportation and dining at the Eagles Nest Restaurant, where you can soak in stunning views of Downtown Ketchikan. Guests will have the chance to explore the fascinating history of sourdough and will receive a sourdough starter kit to take home. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to create your own personal-sized pizza using a variety of traditional and Alaskan-themed ingredients. Enjoy one alcoholic drink from the menu, which features locally crafted beer and wine, or opt for non-alcoholic beverages such as soda or water. To round off your meal, treat yourself to a delectable Cape Fox Cannoli for dessert.

Enjoy the rare opportunity of tasting whiskey straight from the barrel with this whiskey–tasting experience at a Nashville distillery. Explore a variety of different whiskey styles—while learning fun facts you’d miss if you were in a bar. Samples to pick from include bourbon, rye, and Tennessee Whiskey—with three drams included in the experience.

At Meadowcroft Wines, learn about the art and science of winemaking by blending and bottling your very own bottle of wine. We’ll start with a stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens of Cornerstone Sonoma and an idyllic vineyard for a firsthand look at the vines. As we walk the rows, We’ll share why the iconic Sonoma Valley is the perfect No previous wine experience is necessary - perfect for all levels of wine experience and interest.

With the help of your local host with extensive experience in the nutrition and fishing industries, you'll learn how to prepare one of the world's most nutritious foods so you can easily replicate the dishes back home. You will have the opportunity to learn about local fisheries and how to find Wild Alaska salmon wherever you live. This is not an allergen-free kitchen. We are pescatarian-friendly.

Treat your senses with a prix-fixe menu at the Atlantic City Hard Rock Cafe. Classic American cooking comes to the heart of America's Favorite Playground, where you’ll enjoy a 2- or 3-course meal with your choice of theme. Each option comes with a drink (coffee, tea or soda) and dessert. Expect entrees like the classic cheeseburger, a half-rack of hickory-smoked ribs, salmon, steak and even some vegetarian options. Love One - Serve All!

Learn the basics of Italian cooking—and prepare pasta from scratch—with this hands-on, Italian cooking class. Pick between early and late start times, make your own way to the Lower Manhattan venue, and grab an apron. With your chef’s instruction, you’ll learn how to make your own pasta dishes, as well as starters and tiramisu for dessert. At the end of class, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Explore the lively world of craft cocktails in a unique 1.5-hour session at Key West's oldest brick building. Get your hands on authentic bar tools to create two cocktails, while also sampling three others. Delight in tasty bites as you soak in tales of local legends like William Curry and the charming history that shaped this island paradise. With expert bartenders guiding you, this hands-on experience is perfect for anyone looking to mix it up while learning about Key West's vibrant past. Plus, take home some fun SWAG as a memento.

Uncover Downtown Las Vegas's best-kept secrets on a self-guided cocktail crawl that puts you in control. Start with handcrafted drinks at F The Bar before finding your groove at The Downtowner. Enjoy innovative whiskeys at Oak & Ivy, and soak in city views from Downtown Terrace, all at your own pace. This adventure is perfect for cocktail lovers who want to explore the city's lively bar scene and hidden gems without a schedule.

Take a tour to three backroads Sonoma wineries, and get more out of your trip to the Sonoma Valley than you would if you explored alone, on this small-group, half-day tour. Not only does your guide pick three impressive wineries to visit (tasting fees own expense), but they also set up a picnic lunch for your group to enjoy in a winery setting. Round-trip transport from your Sonoma hotel is also included, so you can focus on enjoyment and leave the driving to someone else.

See the spooky side of New Orleans and try out a few drinks while you're at it on this bar-hopping tour, which focuses on the haunted side of the city. You'll pass by the Lalaurie Mansion, believed to be the most haunted spot in town, and spend time in Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar, the oldest bar in the US, all with an engaging local guide to regale you with ghost stories.