Food Experiences In London

Hungry for something really out there? This city of ours has got a whole host of interesting and unusual dining events to keep you and your palate entertained. Whether you want to scoff slap-up meals on a train, tuck into actual works of art or nibble on the unknown in pitch darkness, then check out our pick of food experiences in London.

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Last updated on 26th July 2024




Bunga's Roman Pizza-Making Party

@ Bunga Bunga Covent Garden on Various dates from Wednesday 31st July 2024

For a food experience like no other, snap up tickets to Bunga Bunga's Roman Pizza-Making Party from £39 per person. Taking place at its Covent Garden haunt, it provides heaps of entertainment in the form of mischievous gods who are looking to cause trouble. Will you be distracted by Venus's beauty? Or Sirens' singing? How about the famous matchmaking skills of Cupid? There's only one way to find out...

The Big Bakes

The Big London Bake is a multi-award-winning event that'll see you putting your cake-making skills to the test. Over the 90-minute session, you and your mates will compete against other teams to create the ultimate sweet masterpiece.

LONDON WING FEST 2024

@ London Stadium, on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th July 2024

This one's for the meat lovers - Wing Fest is back and better than ever for 2024, promising three days of great entertainment and even better food at London Stadium this July. Whether you're a casual chicken enjoyer or want to put yourself to the test in their eating competition, there are over 80 different wings to choose from and the chance to vote for your favourites, as well as axe throwing, live music, cooking demonstrations and more.

Fengzhen Supper Club

Taking place at host Jay's house in Crystal Palace, Fengzhen Supper Club is bringing you home-cooked Chinese and South East Asian feasts, with meat and pescetarian options available. These exclusive events give you the chance to meet likeminded foodies while working your way through a ten-course tasting menu, paired with BYOB drinks. Expect everything from pan-seared scallops to steamed eggs with minced pork or stir-fried lemongrass chicken, costing just £65 per person.

Taste of Britain Experience

@ The Soho Hotel on Wednesday 21st August and Wednesday 18th September 2024

The Soho Hotel is hosting a Taste of Britain Experience on the third Wednesday of every month - an experience driven by seasonal, native produce, with a different menu from executive chef Joe Fox each time. Celebrating the very best ingredients, from wild girolle mushrooms and Cornish seaweed to high welfare Poole Bay cockles, Portland crab and Beal's Farm ham, four courses here will set you back only £55 - a steal, if you ask us. Plus, you can add on drinks pairings for a further £35 per person.

The Lust Supper

If you're on the hunt for a food experience like no other, then head along to The Lust Supper at a top-secret London location. Make your way into the gorgeous cottage for a multi-sensory journey, including a 3-course dinner, free-flowing drinks and intimate workshops. 

Pizza Masterclass in Bar Bunga

@ Bunga Bunga Covent Garden on Every Thursday from 5th September

Whether you're an avid bread maker or dough not know the first thing about baking, this Italian masterclass is a great way to spend your Thursday night. Bunga Bunga are hosting an epic workshop at their quirky Covent Garden outpost. For just £65 you'll get to make two drinks, including an Aperol spritz, along with focaccia dough which you can bake at home and show off to the whole household. You'll also get to choose all your own toppings to create the ultimate pizza before enjoying it alongside a glass of wine with your fellow classmates. 

Soul Supper Immersive Dining Experience 2024 - LONDON EMBANKMENT FRIDAYS

@ Eight Embankment on Friday 9th August 2024 and 4 other Fridays

For a dinner quite like no other, hit up Soul Supper, where your evening will be soundtracked by some of the greatest Motown and soulful tracks of all time. Dig into a gourmet two-course feast, which includes chicken supreme and harissa-roasted cauliflower, as resident musicians perform the likes of Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and James Brown, with tickets starting from £39.99 per person.

Migrateful

Migrateful Cookery School is helping refugee and migrant chefs on their journey to employment by offering them the chance to lead cooking classes for the public to enrol. Brush up on your culinary skills by attending one online or in person and learn authentic recipes including Nigerian, Algerian and Lebanese eats, plus so much more, all for a good cause. 

YO!

On the hunt for sushi making experiences in London? YO! is holding some seriously cool cooking classes, where you can learn to create all kinds of delicious Japanese bites, from sashimi and maki through to delicious crunchy rolls. You'll also get to graze on gyoza and edamame, plus enjoy a tasty drink.

Sherlock: The Official Live Game

Why tuck into glorious food when you can also solve a mini-mystery quiz? Get those brains churning with Sherlock: The Official Live Game across multiple London venues. Guests will be able to delve into hazelnut choux buns and black forest cupcakes while cracking a case.

Theo Randall at The Intercontinental Park Lane

If you want luxury food experiences in London, then spend some time with award-winning chef Theo Randall at his Intercontinental Park Lane restaurant. Not only will he show you how to make a signature dish, but you'll get to try it with fine wine and then head to the dining room for four courses.

Pasta Evangelists

Hey pasta lovers, it's time to immerse yourself in the world of Italian delicacies with Pasta Evangelists Pasta Academy. This is the place to be if you're serious about mastering the art of making pasta fatta a mano (handmade pasta). You'll be in the hands of expert chefs, who will reveal the secrets of artisan techniques and age-old traditions straight from Italy. Get ready to roll, knead, and shape your way to pasta perfection.

Una at The Adria

@ The Adria on Saturday 27th July 2024 and 4 other dates

Looking to expand your palate this summer? The head to The Adria in South Kensington on a Friday or Saturday night, where popular chef Martin Milesi is hosting a series of pop-up supper clubs. UNA is a shared table concept where you will go on a culinary journey alongside the other guests, with a five-course menu that ranges from wild bass ceviche to Cointreau-marinated aubergine. You can enjoy expert wine pairings too, all included in your £180 ticket.

Dining Through The Decades

@ Number Sixteen, South Kensington on Thursday 19th September 2024 and 2 other Thursdays

Want to learn about the history of our food while enjoying a sumptuous feast? Then head to Dining through the Decades at Kensington's Number Sixteen hotel, where food historian Eleanor Barnett and Executive Chef Joe Fox will be cooking up a storm. This four-course menu spans across the last century, with a selection of drinks to accompany each dish. This is all included in your £85 ticket price, which also promises a welcome drink and canapes on arrival.

The Rubens at The Palace

If you're searching for London food experiences to gift, then The Rubens at The Palace Hotel is a firm choice. This stunning eatery has a range of unique food events for every palate, from afternoon teas and themed dinners to expansive curry banquets.

Proud

Make your way to  Proud Cabaret City for a night you won't forget. Expect to delve into a mouthwatering menu designed by a celebrity chef, alongside non-stop entertainment from some of the best performers in the biz. Need we say more?

Melt Chocolates

Master chocolatiers Melt Chocolates are making sure have an entirely new and sensory way to experience your favourite sweet stuff, thanks to their range of events and workshops at a Notting Hill location. Create your own bars from beans, craft delicious bon bons and even enjoy yours alongside a sound bath or tequila pairings. 

Lanson and Exmoor Caviar Canape Pairing Experience

@ The New York Bar on Wed, 12th Jun 2024 - Wed, 30th Apr 2025

The Lanson and Exmoor Caviar canape pairing experience at The New York Bar in Victoria is a classy event for London foodies. You will receive plenty of Champagne alongside delicious bites like beef carpaccio and pigs in blankets with cranberry mayonnaise. Or for a classy sit-down meal, check out the Grade A5 Wagyu Steak Sandwich and Caviar experience.

Bustronome

Giving a whole new meaning to the term 'meals on wheels', Bustronome is whipping up six courses onboard an iconic London bus. With magnetic cutlery, wine glass holders and views of amazing city landmarks, this double-decker dining experience is certainly unique.