Best Food Events In London

Foodies, dinner fiends and lunch lovers alike, if you're looking for the *BEST* food events in the capital that you can't miss, we've got the guide for you. From cheese tasting tours and mega chicken wing festivals to local food markets and must-try supper clubs, these are the London food events and experiences that will have you falling in love with cuisine, all over again.

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 10th October 2024




Firmdale Hotels

Firmdale Hotels have a number of amazing food events to choose between, spanning everything from rooftop yoga brunches to wine dinners and French cheese experiences. Not only that, but there are cooking classes accompanied by multi-course meals and the recipes to take home with you.

The Rubens at The Palace

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.

Fengzhen Supper Club

Crystal Palace chef Jay is opening up his home for 10-course feasts of Chinese and South-East Asian fare. Not only will you get some of the most authentic grub and a welcome drink, but it'll set you back just £65 each. Plus, it's bring your own booze here to save those vital pennies.

Sticks'n'Sushi Sake Masterclasses

If you're a fan of top-notch Japanese fare, be sure to head to one of the Sticks'n'Sushi Sake Masterclasses in October. This month marks the start of sake production in Japan, and certified sommelier Vicky Vecchione has planned a number of events to celebrate, in collaboration with premium breweries.

They're hosting a four-course supper club on the 15th for £60 per person, promising delicious eats and sake pairings. What's more, they're also offering a number of sake and cocktail masterclasses with light bites, all for only £30 each.

Melt Chocolates

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, from creating your own bar from beans to crafting delicious bonbons. Plus, you can even pair yours with tequila or some sound healing across their unique offering.

La Bibliotheque

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.

An evening with Hugh Dennis

@ RSA House on Wed, 30th Oct 2024 @ 18:30 - 22:00

Grab tickets for £100 per person to An Evening With Hugh Dennis, taking place at RSA House on the 30th of October. Delight in welcome drinks and canapes in The Benjamin Franklin Room, then move to the iconic Great Room where you'll devour a bespoke three-course menu, followed by a conversation with Hugh Dennis where he'll discuss his career, background (covering everything from Mock The Week to Outnumbered) and open up to questions.  

Smith's Bar & Grill

Located in Paddington, Smith's Bar & Grill is a vibrant, modern restaurant that's home so to some brilliant events for foodies. Their bottomless brunches are a step up from the usual offering, with as many dishes as you like and cracking entertainment from live DJs. They also host sharing Sunday roast sessions with unlimited red wine, and if you visit on Mondays then you can enjoy a succulent beef brisket to share, alongside 50% off premium wines.

Burlock

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

Breakfast at Larch & Access to Sky Garden

@ Larch on Various dates from Tuesday 22nd October 2024

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

El Cenote - Mariachi Brunch

@ El Cenote on Saturday 2nd November and Saturday 21st December 2024

Make your way over to El Cenote on Sunday the 15th of September to celebrate Independence Day with its Mariachi brunch. Tickets start from £32.50 each and you can indulge in endless Mexican fare and margaritas for 90 minutes. Dance to DJs and get your chops around guacamole, quesadillas, and tacos topped with Birria beef or Baja fish. 

Dining Through The Decades

@ Number Sixteen, South Kensington on Thursday 14th November and Thursday 20th March 2025

Ever wondered what people were eating in the Victorian times? Well now's your chance to find out, as Dining through the Decades is taking place at the beautiful Number Sixteen hotel in South Kensington. Food historian Eleanor Bartlett and Executive Chef Joe Fox are whipping up a four-course menu that spans across an entire century, all delivered with a touch of humour. Tickets cost £85 per person, which includes all your food plus a welcome drink and canapes on arrival.

YO!

Discounts available on certain events

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 Cali roll.

Soul Supper @ Between The Bridges - London Waterloo

@ Between The Bridges on Sunday 17th November and Sunday 15th December 2024

An immersive dining experience of dreams, Soul Supper @ Between The Bridges - London Waterloo is a nostalgic and soulful Motown music-filled journey offering delish food, tipples and tons of entertainment starting at just £39.99 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.

The Milestone Hotel and Residences

Located in West London near Kensington Palace, The Milestone Hotel and Residences are hosting an exciting afternoon tea where you'll get to tuck into sandwiches, cakes and more. And if you're a fan of a decadent supper club? Join chef Dan Putz for £110 per person and go on a grastronomical journey.

ROOBARB'S - Monthly Supper Club

@ Gipsy Hill Taproom on Tuesday 12th November and Tuesday 10th December 2024

Join Gipsy Hill Taproom for their monthly SUPP'R CLUB, hosted by ROOBARB'S, where you can reserve your seat for just £35 per person.

Gather around the long tables for a three-course meal inspired by travel and crafted from seasonal, plant-based ingredients. With delicious drinks on hand to complement the spread, you'll be treated to a flavorful journey with the first course served promptly at 7:30pm. Don't be late - this is one feast you won't want to miss.

Greek Wine Tasting Night Covent Garden

@ Brother Marcus Covent Garden on Tuesday 29th October and Tuesday 26th November 2024

Join Brother Marcus in Covent Garden on Tuesday the 29th of October for a delightful evening of Greek wine tasting. For just £65 per person, you'll explore lesser-known wine regions of Greece, perfectly paired with scrumptious small plates.

Indulge in treats like beetroot houmous, zesty fennel tzatziki with Aleppo chilli, smoky baba ganoush with a kick of chili oil, and fluffy pitta for dipping. Don't miss this tasty adventure in collaboration with Maltby & Greek.

Award Winning Chef Fez Ozalgan Tasting Menu

@ Penelope's on Every Wednesday

Venture over to Penelope's in Covent Garden on Wednesdays to delight in a special £110 tasting menu courtesy of award-winning chef Fez Ozalgan, as she brings her Michelin-starred experience in the form of an interactive demonstration followed by a delicious spread. Look forward to a welcome cocktail or glass of bubbly followed by plates of whipped cod's roe with trout caviar and lamb sweetbread with chicken jus, tarragon and seaweed.

Ma Petite Jamaica

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.

Gallio

For a whole host of regular foodie events, check out Mediterranean restaurant Gallio in Canary Wharf. They offer £32 bottomless brunches every single Saturday, complete with unlimited prosecco and tasty slices, as well as monthly Moroccan supper clubs which feature a six-course tasting menu prepared by chef Glenn Evans.

Migrateful

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).

Dim Sum Masterclass

@ Chino Latino on Various dates from Saturday 26th October 2024

Dim Sum Masterclass at Chino Latino is a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure where you'll have the chance to master the art of creating classic dim sum and concoct your own tasty treats. You'll even have the opportunity to compete for the title of best dumpling maker by crafting up to four of the same type. The class wraps up with you taking home the recipes for the classic dim sum, along with a branded dim sum basket and rolling pin to continue your culinary adventures at home. Tickets for the Dim Sum masterclass are £45 per person, but you can also opt to stay for a cocktail for an additional £55 each.

Youngs

Young's host a range of foodie experiences across their many London venues. Sophisticated wine and cheese tastings, a culinary tour of the British Isles and a beer festival are just some of the many events that these welcoming pubs have on offer. 

Bunga's Roman Pizza-Making Party

@ Bunga Bunga Covent Garden on Various dates from Wednesday 23rd October 2024

For a cooking class with a little bit of a twist, snap up tickets from £39 per person to Bunga Bunga's Roman Pizza-Making Party at its Covent Garden haunt. Themed and fabulous, you'll be entertainment by the likes of Venus and her beauty, Siren's serenades and Cupid's matchmaking antics as you roll up your sleeves and get stuck into making delicious eats.