Top USA Food & Drink Classes in 2026

Join a refreshing and interactive mojito-making class at La Aparicion, Savannah's unique Latin American Speakeasy. Savor a welcome cocktail as you indulge in a delicious taco lunch from Latin Chicks, then dive into the art of crafting the perfect mojito with expert guidance. This fun-filled experience not only teaches you mixology techniques but also immerses you in the rich history of Savannah's favorite cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a day out, this class is a perfect blend of culinary delight and social fun.

Indulge in a journey through Nashville's Goo Goo Chocolate Tasting & Candy Making Class. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of America's original combo candy bar with a knowledgeable local instructor. Satisfy your taste buds with a variety of delectable chocolates and sample the beloved Tennessee delight. Unleash your creativity in a hands-on candy making session, crafting your very own Premium Goo Goo using a wide array of ingredients. Get a thrill as you take a spin on the chocolate machine! Explore our mouthwatering sample menu.

Roll up your sleeves and get to grips with Lowcountry and Southern dishes in this small-group cooking class in Charleston. Head to the city's French Quarter for this hands-on experience that explores dishes that define the region's culinary identity. From buttermilk biscuits to pimento cheese and the pecan-rich Huguenot torte, a culinary expert guides you through the techniques behind every recipe.

2-hour, interactive cocktail class that combines history, jokes, techniques, recommendations, and drinking.

Fresh Bourbon is the offering the newest, most unique Bourbon Tasting currently in Kentucky. We guide our guests through a full sensory tasting with food & aroma pairing, to help them explore and understand the complexities of Bourbon. You'll get hands on training from a professional local mixologists and build your own custom Old-Fashioned. Plus, historical tips, tricks and stories from the Bourbon world and an opportunity to explore more flavors through our seasonal craft cocktail menu. All of which are included in a dynamic tasting experience, in fact, the first Bourbon Tasting Experience in downtown Lexington, Kentucky!

New Orleans’ French Quarter is known for its amazing food, and this Cajun and Creole cooking class centered in the French Quarter provides you with the tips you need to be able to make three dishes in your own kitchen. This intimate, small-group experience means you get quality time with your group as you make gumbo, etouffee, and bananas foster all from scratch. Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated.

Enhance your New Orleans experience with a hands-on, half-day cooking class that includes meals. Join a small group of up to 10 people and learn to craft authentic Louisiana dishes with guidance from a professional chef. After the lesson, enjoy your freshly made meal with complimentary wine or local beer. You'll also take home a souvenir apron and a recipe collection to recreate the flavors back home.

Avoid the tourist traps and get to know Atlanta’s food scene on this small-group tour. Start off with a stroll through the city’s oldest market, stopping at a few stands for savory and sweet tastings. Then pick up some kitchen skills with a hands-on class to learn how to prepare the flakiest biscuits—an authentic Southern staple.

Experiment with the craft of making cocktails during this hands-on class at a bar in Savannah. Meet an expert bartender at the Congress Street Up speakeasy bar in the American Prohibition Museum and learn how to make Prohibition-era cocktails. Taste several cocktails and hear stories about the history of cocktail recipes, mixology, and the Prohibition period.

The Moonshine Mixology Class is an island-themed experience where you'll learn to craft 2 tropical cocktails using signature Moonshine. The class includes: A hands-on lesson to make 2 signature cocktails A tasting flight of 6 craft island rums Led by expert mixologists, you'll discover the techniques and secrets behind making perfect island-inspired drinks.

Timed perfectly for happy hour—a cocktail class with the fun, relaxed energy of an evening wind-down. Local bartenders sharing both recipes and New Orleans’ legendary barroom stories. Three handcrafted cocktails, plus history, technique, and plenty of laughs. Light bites included, so you can sip, snack, and savor the moment. Limited seating for a cozy, convivial atmosphere.

Indulge in a delightful chocolate-making with an optional wine or craft beer tasting at The Wine Experience on Cannery Row, Monterey. Under the guidance of Carrie Griffin, a seasoned wine curator turned chocolate enthusiast, learn to temper chocolate, craft truffle shells, and fill them with smooth ganache. This two-hour hands-on class ensures you leave with a beautiful box of your own decadent creations, perfect for sharing or indulging yourself. Whether it’s a romantic date night or a fun outing with friends, this experience is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Two-hour chocolate truffle-making class at Cannery Row Optional tastings of four Central Coast wines or craft beers Led by Carrie Griffin, a passionate host with years of wine expertise Group sizes up to 10, perfect for couples, friends, and private parties

The Southern Essentials Cooking Class is a 1.5-hour culinary adventure in Atlanta that immerses you in the heart of Southern comfort food. Participants will get hands-on experience making flaky, buttery biscuits, a classic pimento cheese spread, and sweet iced tea. Guided by a knowledgeable instructor, you'll learn the stories behind these cherished recipes and their significance in Southern culture. This interactive class, perfect for all skill levels, provides not just delicious food but also insights into Atlanta's rich culinary heritage. Come hungry and leave with new skills and tasty treats to enjoy.

Morning tranquility awaits at Rising Kona Coffee Farm, where coffee lovers get hands-on with their brew. Start with a tasting of chocolate-covered Kona peaberries before exploring the lush coffee trees with an expert guide. Learn to grind, bloom, and pour your own perfect cup of 100% Kona coffee, comparing brewing methods side by side. The experience culminates with goat feeding, surrounded by the farm's playful dwarf goats, making for delightful photo ops. Relax on the back deck with ocean views and savor the beauty of Kona, all while gaining skills to brew the perfect cup at home.

Discover how cacao is grown and chocolate is made on this immersive tour of Lydgate Farms in Kauai. Go on a guided tour of their botanical gardens to sample award-winning honey, vanilla beans, and lush tropical fruit. You will also learn all about cacao, see how it’s grown, taste its ripe fruit, and discover how to turn raw cacao seeds into delicious chocolate. Over the course of the experience, you’ll taste items like chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, apple bananas, and dark chocolate.

This wine tasting experience offers a structured yet approachable way to build your understanding of different varieties. Guests develop practical tasting skills and gain insight into wine production, helping improve future wine selection. The guided format ensures clear takeaways for all levels, while the small-group setting supports conversation and shared learning. With five wines and paired bites included, it provides a social experience in a convenient historic location.

Experience the best of New Orleans on a historical walking tour that introduces you to the city’s diverse flavors and culture. Follow your guide to different locations and sample multiple dishes—such as gumbo and sweet fried plantains—plus four full-size drinks that showcase the best of New Orlean's cocktail heritage. Taste food and drinks you might otherwise miss while learning how they are integral to life in New Orlean.

Embark an unforgettable sunset sail in Maui, leaving from Ka’anapali Beach. As the sun sinks into the gentle waves, leave the details to someone else while you enjoy mai tais, wine, and beer at the open bar, as well as a selection of appetizers. Experience a romantic happy hour at sea with drinks to get your Maui night started in style.

Spend a few hours learning how to craft the perfect blend of tea with a clinical herbalist at one of Portsmouth, New Hampshire’s tea and apothecary shops. There are 250 different herbs in the shop, and you can learn all about the benefits they bring to the body, and the art of blending them together to create a unique tea.

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.

This is a flavor-packed experience that you can take home with you! Join Unexpected Atlanta, the city’s #1-rated tour company with over 2,400 glowing reviews and a decade of delicious storytelling for a one-hour journey where tasting and creating come together. To understand the magic of spices, you’ll head into our Spice Lab for a hands-on session that’s part experiment, part creativity. You’ll play with spices in a whole new way, exploring things like why cinnamon doesn’t mix with water, how alliums deepen and transform over time, and what actually happens when flavors bloom, toast, or rest during different guide-led spice experiments. Then it’s your turn. Using what you’ve learned, you’ll create two of your own custom spice blends to take home. It’s relaxed, a little nerdy in the best way, and a lot of fun. Conveniently located in downtown Atlanta near Centennial Olympic Park, it’s easy to fit this experience in before or after your visit to the main tourist sites.

Step inside Colorado’s first legal whiskey distillery since Prohibition and discover how Stranahan’s American single malt whiskey comes to life. Located in Denver, this immersive tour follows the handcrafted journey — from distillation to barrel aging to bottling. Along the way, enjoy exclusive tastings of award-winning whiskeys and receive $10 off a select bottle of your choice. Tours are offered daily and include: -Guided distillery walkthrough led by a Stranahan’s whiskey expert -The story of Stranahan’s founding and its place in American whiskey history -Tastings of four award-winning Stranahan's American single malt whiskeys Perfect for curious newcomers and devoted whiskey fans alike.

Enter the dark, mysterious, stylish space and find yourself transported to a cosmopolitan oasis. We forge our way off the beaten path, seek interesting varietals and blend them together to make wines that are approachable and thought-provoking. You won’t find another place like it in Napa.