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Food and Drink Classes - Oakland, and Experience Gifts
Step into a world of fun and flavor with our delicious range of gourmet food and drink experiences and cooking classes in Oakland! Whether you’re looking for unique team building activities or cooking up cute birthday ideas for Mom, our hands-on foodie workshops are among some of the best things to do in Oakland. Why not take your senses on a trip through the Tuscan countryside at an Italian cooking class or learn how to make a margarita under the guidance of some of the city’s best mixologists? With couple’s cooking lessons, indulgent baking classes, and cocktail masterclasses on offer, there’s something to suit every food-lover!
Introduction to Knife Skills Workshop
5.0 (24)
21 years in business
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$130 - $150
Custom Perfume and Wine Workshop: Berkeley
5.0 (98) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$70 - $75
Blend and Create Popular Tea Drinks Class
5.0 (27)
3 years in business
Only 1 date left
Alameda
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
$65
Japanese Matcha and Hojicha Class
5.0 (9)
5.0 (41) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Alameda
1 to 12 guests
$75
Chocolate Truffle Making Workshop
5.0 (41) (teacher)
3 years in business
Only 1 date left
Alameda
1 to 30 guests
$75
French-Inspired Thanksgiving Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$175
Choux Pastry Basics Workshop
5.0 (4)
Runs regularly
Richmond
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$65 Now $55
Tuscan Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 4 guests
$195 - $200
Sourdough Bread Making Workshop
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 12 guests
$198
Survivor Cooking Basics Workshop
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 6 guests
$195
French Masters Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$225
Cream Puff and Éclair Baking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 100 guests
$185 - $200
Calzone and Pizza Making Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 24 guests
$150 - $170
Tonkotsu Ramen Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 15 guests
$185
Burmese Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 12 guests
$175 - $200
Fresh Stuffed Pasta Making Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 2 dates left
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$185 - $200
Japanese Izakaya Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 2 dates left
Berkeley
1 to 4 guests
$185 - $200
Fresh Strand Pasta Making Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 2 dates left
Berkeley
1 to 16 guests
$185 - $200
Cozy Coffee Cookie Decorating Class
6 years in business
Your choice of time
Oakland
/ Mobile
5 to 14 guests
$60
Roman Cuisine Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 10 guests
$175 - $200
Sicilian Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 12 guests
$187
Indian Cooking Class: Biryani and South Classics
6 years in business
Your choice of time
Union City
2 to 10 guests
$95
North Indian Cooking Class: Samosas to Gulab Jamun
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
Union City
1 to 12 guests
$85 - $95
South Indian Brunch Cooking Class
6 years in business
Your choice of time
Union City
2 to 10 guests
$95
Indian Cooking Class: Aloo Gobi, Curry and More
Your choice of time
Union City
1 to 10 guests
$85 - $95
Mediterranean Mezze Cooking Class
Your choice of time
Concord
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
$115
North Berkeley Food Tour
5.0 (1)
4k followers
Your choice of time
Berkeley
4 to 14 guests
$144
Cooking Basics Course
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 15 guests
$2,028
Fall Sugar Cookie Decorating Class
Your choice of time
Oakland
/ Mobile
5 to 14 guests
$60
Asian Fusion Cuisine Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 20 guests
$185 - $200
Pasta Making Workshop
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 20 guests
$195
Fiesta Mexican Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 100 guests
$175 - $200
Classic Burger Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 100 guests
$175 - $200
Seasonal California Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 100 guests
$175 - $200
Dia De Los Muertos Mexican Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 16 guests
$185 - $200
Indian Favorites Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 12 guests
$187 - $200
Global Tea Tasting Class
5.0 (41) (teacher)
3 years in business
Your choice of time
Alameda
/ Mobile
10 to 30 guests
$40
Sourdough Bread Making Workshop
5.0 (3)
Your choice of time
Alameda
/ Mobile
5 to 10 guests
$90
Thematic Wine Tasting
7 years in business
4k followers
Your choice of time
Walnut Creek
10 to 40 guests
$15
Sourdough Swirl Recipe Workshop
5.0 (2)
Your choice of time
Alameda
/ Mobile
5 to 10 guests
$100
Steamed Bun Making Class
4.8 (15)
Your choice of time
Comes to you
5 to 20 guests
$60
Mocktail Mixology Class
4.9 (128) (teacher)
9 years in business
Your choice of time
Comes to you
10 to 1000 guests
$80
DIY Kombucha Class for Teams
4.9 (128) (teacher)
9 years in business
Your choice of time
Emeryville
/ Mobile
10 to 100 guests
$75
DIY Plant Based Elixirs Class
4.9 (128) (teacher)
9 years in business
Your choice of time
Emeryville
/ Mobile
10 to 100 guests
$80
DIY Healthy Snacks Workshop for Teams
4.9 (128) (teacher)
9 years in business
Your choice of time
Emeryville
/ Mobile
10 to 1000 guests
$80
Sushi Making Class: Appetizer, Nigiri and Rolls
Your choice of time
Dublin
5 to 10 guests
$150
Chocolate Confections Class
2k followers
Your choice of time
Downtown Oakland
10 to 40 guests
$55
Chocolate Tempering Class
2k followers
Your choice of time
Downtown Oakland
10 to 40 guests
$125
Holiday Pie Baking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Sold out - join waitlist
Berkeley
1 to 12 guests
$175 - $200
Intermediate Sourdough Bread Making Workshop
Your choice of time
Alameda
/ Mobile
5 to 10 guests
$100
Italian American Dinner Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Sold out - join waitlist
Berkeley
1 to 100 guests
$175 - $200
Vietnamese Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Sold out - join waitlist
Berkeley
1 to 100 guests
$175
Hot and Spicy Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Sold out - join waitlist
Berkeley
1 to 12 guests
$175 - $200
Mumbai Street Food Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Contact for details
Berkeley
1 to 4 guests
$175
Spanish Sherry Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Contact for details
Berkeley
1 to 4 guests
$175
Summer Fruit Galette Baking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 100 guests
$175
Father's Day Brunch Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 100 guests
$175
Summertime Pie Making Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
10 to 100 guests
$188
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Fun Food and Drink classes in Oakland (Bay Area)
Fun things to do in Oakland this weekend
From moreish chocolate making classes to classic cocktail workshops, there are plenty of fun things to do in Oakland this weekend. Regardless of your dietary preferences or your favorite type of cuisine, our range of local culinary workshops and cooking classes makes it easy and enjoyable to learn new skills, expand your repertoire of recipes and add a little spice to your upcoming bachelorette party or date night ideas in Oakland.
Seeking out unique team building ideas that won’t be a bore? Get your colleagues together for a pizza making class and learn how to cook one of America’s favorite foods together. Melt away the stressors of the working week and knead your way to pizza perfection using traditional Italian cooking techniques.
Never cooked before? There’s no need to worry! Our workshops are suitable for beginners, so whether you’re considering cooking classes in the San Francisco Bay Area, a mixology masterclass in Oakland, or a gin tasting experience with friends, you’re in for a night of unforgettable fun.
By learning how to cook, bake and create in the kitchen, you’ll not only take your health into your own hands but also enable yourself to make homemade meals for the people you love. Plus, you’ll discover how to express yourself through the wonder of food and pick up a delicious new pastime that will keep you coming back for more.
Rejuvenating cooking workshops and local experiences
Whether you’re hungry to learn or just plain hungry, there are plenty of things to do in Oakland this weekend that are sure to satisfy – so get ready to discover the city’s thriving culinary scene and set yourself up for success in the kitchen!
Planning a party for someone with a serious sweet tooth? Gather your friends and learn how to make fudge from scratch at a hands-on workshop near you. Hoping to treat your teammates to a night out and help them on their way to a healthier work-life balance? Head along to a mixology masterclass and shake off the stress of your 9 to 5 as you learn how to mix the perfect margarita.
Hosted by local chefs and passionate foodies, you and your group will be in good hands as you learn how to master the art of your chosen cuisine. Whether you’re rolling sushi, making sourdough bread or attending a tea tasting, you’ll walk away with all of the knowledge you need to make gourmet goodies and restaurant-worthy meals at home.
Whether you’re thinking up 30th birthday ideas, looking for a unique wedding gift, or brainstorming sweet 16 themes, there’s a range of fun foodie experiences and cooking classes in Oakland to choose from that will make for a memorable and magical day.
Cooking novice or not, we guarantee you’ll leave the workshop with a full belly and plenty of heart-warming memories to mark the occasion.
Fun indoor activities
Nothing brings people together quite like cooking, so if you’re looking for fun things to do at home this weekend, it’s time to pop on your apron!
Whether you’re a complete beginner who wants to learn how to cook or you’re hoping to take your culinary skills to the next level, there’s a variety of online classes, DIY cooking kits and virtual culinary workshops that you’re bound to love. Cultivate the skills and confidence you need to create delicious dishes from the comfort of your own kitchen and have plenty of fun along the way!
Simply tune into a session that suits your schedule and our experienced teachers and expert chefs will do the rest. Connect with like-minded locals at a live-streaming pasta making workshop, discover the secret to the perfect Crème Brulée with an online French cooking course or try your hand at a virtual dumpling making class and feast on your creations with your friends and family. From stress-free date night ideas to virtual parties and remote team building activities, these hands-on group workshops are guaranteed to boost your mood and satisfy your taste buds.
Whether you’re keen to learn how to cook delicious Japanese specialties with your girlfriends or you’re hoping keen to embark on a solo sourdough baking adventure, it’s never been easier to find cool things to do in Oakland and indulge in a night of gourmet goodness.
