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 2nd December 2024




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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

Soul Supper Immersive Dining Experience 2024 - LONDON EMBANKMENT FRIDAYS

@ Eight Embankment on Friday 24th January 2025 and 10 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.

Bunga's Roman Pizza-Making Party

@ Bunga Bunga Covent Garden on Wednesday 8th January 2025 and 44 other Wednesdays

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...

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.

Dining Through The Decades

@ Number Sixteen, South Kensington on Thursday 20th March 2025

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.

Haus Of Cabaret

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?

YO!

Discounts available on certain events

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.

Experimental Burger Society

@ Bobo Social Ealing on Wednesday 8th January 2025 and 3 other Wednesdays

promising some of the most unique flavours around, Experimental Burger Society takes place at Bobo Social in Ealing on a regular basis. Their talented chef will teach you how to make burgers from classic rare-breed beef or more exotic meats like camel and kangaroo, beginning with a tasting and wine pairing - all included in your £60 ticket.

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.