Top England Cooking Classes

Indian food is one of the most popular cuisines in the UK. Sample authentic Indian cooking while learning how to craft the dishes yourself with the help of a professional chef and award-winning author in this small-group cooking class. Visit a local Indian food shop to shop for ingredients, while learning how Indian cuisine became so rooted in British culture.

The Big Bakes invites you to roll up your sleeves and dive into the UK's No.1 baking experience! Join us in our iconic tent for some quintessentially British baking - creating Classic British Scones. This fun, immersive baking class is perfect for visitors to London, a day out with friends, dates, or a unique family activity to be enjoyed by adults and kids alike. No experience needed - Just bring your enthusiasm! We provide all equipment, ingredients, and know how. And yes - we even do the washing up! So you can sit back, relax, and enjoy a post-bake tasting of your warm, fresh creations.

Learn the art of making (and tasting!) chocolate from an expert during this fun tasting experience. Watch chocolate being made, and sample chocolates of different strengths and flavor notes made with cocoa beans from around the world. Once you’re done, enjoy great discounts in the shop and café.

Chocolate fans—this is the one for you! Rather than simply buying chocolate from a shop in York, this experience allows you to learn how to make your own chocolate bar from scratch. Learn special techniques used by chocolatiers—such as how to temper chocolate, and experiment with different flavor combinations too. At the end of the lesson, enjoy the perk of being able to take your chocolate bar away with you.

For events at our venue, your ticket includes: • Welcome aperitivo cocktail • An interactive cocktail masterclass with our mixologist, featuring live demonstrations, tastings, and one cocktail personally crafted by each participant • Italian-style sharing dinner with a naturally vegan selection (including olives, arancini, mixed vegetables, bruschette and more) Please note: some cocktails are demonstrated by our mixologist and may be shared between participants depending on group size.

There’s nothing more British than scones with jam and clotted cream. In this fun workshop, led by a professional local baker, you’ll learn how to make scones from scratch then feast on your creations with clotted cream, jam, and tea. Along the way, hear the history of this classic treat and mingle with like-minded folk.

York Gin Tastings are fun, fascinating, and one of the best things to do in York. Come along with friends and enjoy two full G&Ts (or other mixer!) while tasting a wide selection of your award-winning range. You'll learn lots and laugh lots with your famously friendly and knowledgeable York Gin Experts, who'll take you through the amazing legends, myths and history of gin. Includes: Two drinks, 6 tasters, optional snacks, 10% discount on everything at the event. Speakeasy setting within York City walls. Dog friendly.

Discover new and exciting wines from around the world with this small-group wine tasting experience in Torquay. Let a knowledgeable wine host guide you through the process of tasting different styles of wines, and sample six different varieties. Beginners welcome, as the experience caters to all levels of wine knowledge.

Lovers of all things sweet will enjoy this private gelato-making workshop in London. Your instructor guides you step-by-step through making delicious, homemade gelato and sorbet. As this is a private class, receive plenty of direct instruction. You can choose to make plant-based, dairy-free, or low-fat varieties if you like. Take around 1 quart (1 liter) of gelato home with you at the end.

London takes its tea seriously—and you’ll be able to sip, sniff, and savor with the best of them during this masterclass. Make your own way to the Central London tasting room, and settle in with just a small group for company. You’ll sample varieties like black, oolong, and pu’erh tea; will learn to recognize what makes a quality tea; and will discover the history of tea-drinking in Britain.

Learn how Yorkshire gin is made without guessing your way through tastings on this guided experience at Hooting Owl Distillery in York. Led by a master distiller, the tour explains the distillery’s process, origins, and the legend of Sir Owlfred Tyton Hodgins, so you understand what you’re drinking—not just sampling it.

This is a unique activity and the only one in London. You'll be part of a family for a night in a home away from home setting with delicious food and drink. It's the perfect experience for any visiting foodies!

Discover the elegance of French cuisine in this 4-course small-group cooking class hosted through Cozymeal in the North of Manchester. Perfect for travelers and food lovers alike, this interactive class introduces the techniques behind classic French dishes in a fun and approachable way During the class, you’ll create: - First course: clams in miso butter blending French technique with bold flavors - Second course: stuffed chicken roll-up with vegetables and rich Béchamel sauce - Third course: creamy mashed potatoes prepared with butter and milk - Dessert: a delicate rose apple tart baked with puff pastry From mastering sauces to preparing pastry and perfectly cooked proteins, this experience offers a delicious introduction to French cooking in a welcoming and relaxed setting near Manchester.

Gin is the go-to drink in London, so if you find yourself in the capital, treat yourself to a tasting session at the Greenwich Gin distillery. Located in the Old Royal Naval College, inside the maritime Greenwich neighborhood, learn the history of the juniper-based drink beloved by Londoners, and sample four of the distillery’s award-winning gins.

In this interactive cooking class, participants will discover the art of French cuisine under the expert guidance of local Chef Celia Chan. You'll learn essential French cooking techniques that can be easily recreated in your home kitchen. During the class, you’ll prepare signature French dishes, including a silky béchamel sauce and a sophisticated chicken roulade filled with fresh vegetables. You'll also craft ultra-creamy mashed potatoes and bake a dessert worthy of a patisserie. This immersive experience is perfect for all skill levels and can be offered in Mandarin or Cantonese upon request.

Glide by a host of London’s must-see landmarks on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames River. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark or National Maritime Museum.

From scotch eggs and sausage rolls, to roast beef and beef wellington, the UK has a wider range of classic foods than it at first may appear. On this small-group half-day cooking class and dining experience, learn how to cook a range of British classic dishes, before settling down to enjoy a five-course meal in an Edwardian home.

If you've ever wanted to make your own chocolate but haven't gotten around to traveling to far-flung places, get your fix right in the heart of London with this chocolate-making class. Join a small group in the charming neighborhood of Notting Hill to learn how cacao beans are transformed into chocolate bars. Then, under the watchful eye of a chocolatier, get your hands dirty and create your very own chocolate to take home with you.

Explore London’s top sights with flexibility aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Get off only for the stops you're interested in and choose the ticket duration that works best for you from a 24- or 48-hour option. Learn more about what you're seeing with recorded commentary on Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the British Museum, and more.

Step backstage and discover what goes into making beer with a guided tour of Camden’s 3 Locks Brewery. During the tour, you will learn about the fermentation and brewing process and be able to taste craft beers straight from the tank. Learn how 3 Locks Brewery captures the diverse and vibrant community of Camden in its modern brews before relaxing with a final pint overlooking Regent’s Canal.

Instead of dining out at another restaurant, why not learn how to make traditional South Indian dishes in a private cooking class? Held at your host's home, you'll get tips and hands-on practice preparing authentic recipes. Enjoy your meal and take home your improved cooking skills as a souvenir.

Step into a real kitchen and learn to make real-deal Chinese dumplings from scratch in this private, fully hands-on cooking class in London. Your guide shares secret tips to help you master authentic Northern Chinese dumplings—from kneading the perfect dough to the "3-fold secret." Enjoy an intimate setting with full attention and take home your delicious creations along with a digital recipe to continue practicing.

Take your Italian culinary skills to the next level with this hands-on pasta-making class in London. Save time watching online cooking videos; instead, learn from an expert—a fourth-generation artisan pasta maker from Naples. The tour introduces you to special techniques passed down through generations, and best of all—after creating your handmade pasta, you can eat it at the end of the class. Plus, you're welcome to bring along your own soft and alcoholic drinks.