Best Food Events In London

Everyone loves pizza, but do you fancy having a go at making it yourself? Then check out our guide to all the very best pizza making classes in London, where you'll be spinning dough and choosing toppings like a professional.

There are plenty of places to get involved, from Zzetta in Canning Town to Pizza Pilgrims' many locations and there's something to suit all budgets as well.

Get ready to unleash your inner chef with On The Grapevine's Experimental Burger Society at Bobo Social Ealing. This interactive dining experience lets you build and taste your own creative burger masterpieces while enjoying expert guidance, flavour-packed ingredients, and a drink (or two) to match.

It's hands-on, deliciously indulgent, and designed for foodies who love to experiment. A fun, flavour-fuelled night out in West London with tickets from £62.40.

Every single Thursday, Rockwell Bistro & Wine Bar in Charing Cross are hosting Behind The Bar: an intimate wine and cheese tasting. The six-seater bar is ideal for couples or a solo night out, and you'll get to enjoy four different pairings each.

Expect artisanal cheeses matched with complementary wines, as well as a welcome drink on arrival. There'll also be an expert in the field to guide you, sharing their insight along the way.

Migrateful is doing something good for the world by helping refugee and migrant chefs get into employment as they host cooking classes online and in Clerkenwell. Enrol in one of them and learn about new cultures and authentic recipes, including Nigerian, Algerian, and Sri Lankan cuisines (plus so many more).

If you like your food fine and your beats big, get on over to ESCUCHA at the Karma Sanctum Hotel Soho. From the brains of Ibiza legends Jo Mills and Charlie Chester, it serves up a sensational lunch with feel-good tunes from some the White Island's best loved residents and guest DJs.

As you groove to the biggest tunes of the Balearics, you'll tuck into a two-course feast crafted by three-time Michelin-starred chef Garry Hollihead. Grab your ticket to tuck in for just £38.50.

From fine wine dinners with top producers to cookery classes with the award-winning chef himself, Theo Randall at The Intercontinental Park Lane has a load of London food experiences for you to enjoy. It's also the perfect pick for a luxury date.

If you're a fan of Mexican food, check out The London Taco Experience at Freight Brixton. This huge indoor and outdoor venue will be hosting six taco traders, serving a range of delicious street food.

Wash down your meal with countless margaritas, and there's even a hot sauce showcase. On the entertainment front? expect a live mariachi band, followed by talented DJs.

An absolute staple of Italian cuisine and loved all over the UK, there's nothing better than a hearty bowl of pasta. Ever wondered how it's made? Now you can find out, thanks to our list of pasta making classes in the capital.

There are plenty of places to learn how to make pasta, whether you're just after the basic skills or fancy mastering some complex sauces too. From Pasta Evangelists to The Dusty Knuckle, check out our top picks.

Crystal Palace chef Jay is opening up his home for ten-course feasts of Chinese and Southeast Asian fare. Not only will you get some of the most authentic grub and a welcome drink, but it comes in at just £65 each. Plus, it's bring your own booze here to save those vital pennies.

An immersive dining experience of dreams, the Soul Supper immersive dining experience is a nostalgic and soulful Motown music-filled journey offering delicious food, tipples and tons of entertainment starting at just £24.95 a pop.

Dress as fly as you can for a top-notch two-course supper with background tunes courtesy of legends like Marvin Gaye, Temptations, Four Tops and more. this takes place at multiple venues across London, so there's bound to be one near you.

Taking place at venues in Tooting and Haggerston, The Big Bakes promise some of the most fun foodie events out there. This competitive day out will have you working in pairs to bake the very best treat, with 12 cooking stations inside their marquee to bake at.

All the ingredients you need will be provided as part of your ticket, pre-measured in advance. There'll be an instructor on hand to help, and you'll have 90 minutes to aim for the winning bake.

At the Salt & Pepper Supper Club, you're invited in to a charming Brixton Hill home for an intimate evening of flavour, spice and community. Hosted by two Indian food lovers, you can expect to swap stories and discover new tastes.

Expect bold spices, soulful dishes and a cosy atmosphere made for conversation and connection. Secure your seat at the table for just £54.

Biscuiteers is home to a variety of unmissable food events in Notting Hill and Belgravia. Instantly recognisable by its monochromic exterior, this quirky spot will have you creating everything from bespoke gift hampers to birthday cakes. 

Taste your way around Soho on the Asian Street Food Treasure Hunt and Walking Tour. Perfect for food lovers and curious explorers, you'll solve riddles and follow clues that lead you to delicious Asian cuisine. 

Expect to take in all kinds of hidden corners, cultural hotspots and historic landmarks along the way. Grab your tickets to hit the streets from just £52.92.

Looking for fun food events in Central London? The Rubens at The Palace is bringing together afternoon teas, gourmet dinners and a stunning curry club. Head over to the stunning hotel and treat yourself to some high-end eats.

The Rubens at The Palace Hotel is hosting a Billingsgate Market Experience as part of its masterclass series, immersing you in the world of cooking. Their chef will create an exclusive seven-course menu for the occasion, focusing on seafood, showcasing the highest quality produce from the market.

After you head to the market to select the ingredients, you'll return to the hotel. Here, you'll get to enjoy a mouthwatering meal in The English Grill, their stunning on-site restaurant. You can also expect discussions on the importance of responsible fishing practices, so it's educational too.

Young's hosts a range of food experiences across their many London venues. Sophisticated wine and cheese tastings, and a vegan chef's table are just some of the many events that these welcoming pubs have on offer.

Fanatical about fish? Get down to the Royal Oak for the Wright Brothers Tide to Table Supper Club. After an oyster tasting to kick things off, you'll tuck into a fantastic four course menu.

Expect to enjoy roast scallop, cured seabream, monkfish and plenty more besides. Throughout the night, a member of the Wright Brothers team is on hand to share stories about the seafood on your plate, from tales of Cornish day boats to responsible aquaculture.

If you love nothing more than devouring sushi - why not learn how to make it yourself? At YO!'s Sushi School, you'll be given expert guidance so that you can create a stunning slice of sashimi, a mouthwatering maki and perfect the art of a crunchy California roll.

At the at the table of Avalana & Wild Serai in Soho's Darjeeling Express, the Malaysian Nasi Kerabu Supperclub serves up far flung favours right here in the city. The menu packs in firm favourites and rare delicacies that are normally hard to come by in London. 

Think Nasi Kerabu, a blue pea flower rice infused with pandan and a hint of coconut, signature sardine curry puffs, and roti jala with pineapple prawn curry. This Sunday lunch like no other is all yours for just £70.20.

Hackney restaurant La Bibliotheque is home to some cracking food events, whether you're into cheese, small plates or full on meals. Check out their six-course sake tasting experience with food pairings, or settle down for a three-course dinner with complementary wines for more hearty eats.

We know food tastes that much better with fabulous entertainment, so check out The Murdér Express - an experience you won't forget. It features a murder, a mystery and a top-notch three-course meal. Need we say more?

Food experiences are topped off by the classes and workshops on offer at Melt Chocolates' Notting Hill location. These master chocolatiers are making sure you can enjoy chocolate in a new way across sensory and immersive events, like creating your own bar from scratch.

Master the art of pizza making at the Dough It Yourself pizza masterclass, taking place at Pizza Pilgrims in Canary Wharf and Spitalfields. This hands-on session begins with a selection of tasty Italian treats while learning more about their story, before you get stuck into the pizza making.

Expert chefs will guide you through the process of shaping dough, balancing your toppings and baking it in the dome oven. You'll receive two drinks as part of your ticket price, and there'll be a Nutella ring dessert for afterwards.

Douk2 is rolling into town to showcase the culture and cuisine of Lebanon. Expect to tuck into dream Middle Eastern dishes and tasty tipples all afternoon.

The food market is aid of Bedayati, a grassroots charity that helps displaced families and marginalised youth in Lebanon. Tickets are just £5 and include a welcome drink to kick start your day.

Searching for the perfect group day out in London? The Ultimate Baking & Cocktail Challenge is where teamwork, taste buds, and a dash of flair come together. Teams of two bake and decorate a towering cake masterpiece, compete in a fun judging round, and mix up cocktails in a social, energetic setting.

With laughter, creativity, and a splash of friendly rivalry, it's ideal for mates, dates, or making new connections over mixers and mixing bowls. Bonus: everyone goes home with cake.

Ma Petite Jamaica is adding a little Caribbean flair to your weekend brunching at its Camden and Shoreditch outposts. Devour three courses, with dishes like jerk wings and chana dhal, as well as down free-flowing rum concoctions or fizz.

Fancy experiencing premium cooking close up? Then head to The English Grill at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel, where their Executive Chef Ben Kelliher will be demonstrating his skills in the kitchen.

Watch in awe as you enjoy a glass of Champagne and canapés. Afterwards, you'll get to devour a four-course gourmet meal in the restaurant, with a sommelier on hand to guide your drinks choices.

Chef's Table: A Front-Row Culinary Journey takes you around the world from the dinner table. Every two months, the LUSH & HUSH chefs plot a nine-course tasting menu packed with flavours and stories from epic global destinations.

Across the course of your evening, you'll taste on 18 international moments in time, from Sydney's ocean breeze to Sicily's golden Mediterranean warmth. Tickets to this wonderfully worldly night of dining start from just £93.28.

Burlock is the rum-tastic bar where tastings, cocktails and over 200 bottles of the stuff behind the bar await. But what will it be washing down? Think carnival-themed brunches and bottomless wings across fun events.

Located in West London near Kensington Palace, The Milestone Hotel and Residences host an exciting afternoon tea where you can get to tuck into sandwiches, cakes and more. You'll also find fantastic Sunday roasts here, as well as the chance to learn the art of Sabrage.

Set your tastebuds to stunned at The Royal Oak. As sommelier Emma Robinson guides you through the California Wine Tasting, you'll soon think you've swapped Marylebone for The Bay.

Throughout the evening, you'll sample six standout wines, served up with delicious pairing plates. We're talking crab on toast with lemon mayonnaise to pair with the whites and braised lamb ribs with pickled walnut and chives for the reds.

Up your game in the kitchen with a Dim Sum Masterclass at Chino Latino. With a view over the River Thames, head chef extraordinaire, Ederson, will guide you through the art of traditional pastry prep.

You'll learn to craft the classic shapes for every type of dim sum before making two dumplings in the style that most takes your fancy. Your £55 ticket gets you all the tools, time and ingredients you need to craft your masterpiece. For an extra £35 per person, you can stick around afterwards for the Regin Set Menu.

If you're looking for a food event worth remembering, then make your way to a cupcake decorating class at Brickfields Hall on Eynham Road. These cool sessions will have you piping like a boss, alongside leaving with eight delectable cakes to tuck into. 

The ever-popular Wing Fest is returning for 2026, taking over the London Stadium for three days in July. Chicken lovers can spend the weekend chomping on £1.50 wings from some of the country's best providers, voting for your favourites across the wild, Buffalo and barbecue categories.

There'll be contests on stage including the Lava Wing Challenge and an eating competition, alongside live music, DJs, free axe throwing and even masterclasses on bourbon and barbecuing. Tickets start from just £25 for the day, and you'll receive a free trucker hat on arrival.

Since 2015, Yakinori has been serving up sushi with heart - and now they're inviting you behind the counter. At Yakinori Sushi School, sushi lovers of all skill levels can get hands-on with the art of rolling, slicing, and crafting beautiful bites, all under the expert guidance of their in-house sushi master.

Held every other Thursday evening, these two-hour classes offer more than just technique: guests enjoy a starter selection, sip on traditional Japanese sake, and connect with fellow foodies in a relaxed, social setting. Whether you're a beginner or a budding sushi pro, you'll leave with a newfound appreciation for fresh ingredients, a few signature rolls of your own, and probably a slight addiction to wasabi.

Shoreditch is one of the trendiest areas in London, and it's full of great food too. That's where the Taco Treasure Hunt and Food Walking Tour by Gourmaze comes in - a self-guided adventure that takes you around some of the city's best taco spots.

You'll solve riddles and puzzles as you journey around the area, with clues leading you to your next food stop. Plus, you'll get to see some hidden gems and cool street art as you go.

Breakfast at Larch & Access to Sky Garden serves a tempting morning spread, including bites like fresh focaccia, avocado on toast, and caponata shakshuka for just £23.50. As a bonus, after you've savoured your feast, enjoy express entry to the famous Sky Garden with its jaw-dropping 360-degree views of London.

And if you're up for feasting at the crack of dawn? Pick Sunrise at Sky Garden for a very early morning breakfast escapade.

Join Langan's Brasserie for an exclusive evening in collaboration with renowned butcher HG Walter, celebrating the artistry of whole carcass butchery on Tuesday the 8th of April 2025, from 6.30pm to 9pm. Priced at £145 per person, this one-night-only experience is an ode to exceptional cuts and sustainable practices, paired with carefully selected wines by Head Sommelier Yann Prigent.

The evening kicks off with a selection of mouthwatering snacks, including lamb tartare with pickled beetroot croustade and crispy lamb sweetbreads with Puy lentil and wild garlic gremolata, complemented by a glass of Saint-Aubin, Domaine Sylvain Langoureau, Burgundy 2022. The starter features a succulent lamb cutlet, paired with Château La Garde, Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux 2015. For the main course, indulge in a decadent lamb fat phyllo pastry with pea sorbet, mint oil, and strawberries, showcasing the versatility of whole animal cookery. To wrap up the evening, sip on the evening's signature cocktail, the Walter Julep - a mix of Bulleit Bourbon, mint, lemon, Demerara sugar, and chocolate bitters.