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Some happy gift recipients
Gail Lennon
took the workshop as a birthday gift for a friend, the teacher was very knowledgeable and engaging. The venue was intimate and in a secure building. That atmosphere was pleasant with nice music in the background. I liked learning how to create a fragrance and the different notes. The class was a great value for the money and I enjoyed hands on learning experience.
Shreya Deshmukh
Cooking Class: Chinese from Scratch
This class was a birthday gift from my partner, and it blew away my (already high) expectations. I thoroughly recommend this class because of the incredible quality of Grace's teaching, and because of the amazing food we made together. We had so much fun, and the meal was so delicious! Grace kindly makes sure that you really understand the process, and that you get hands-on experience on every step + more
Zo Grey Mountain
Bladesmithing Class: Railroad Spike Knife
I booked this class as a birthday gift for my partner and am very glad I did. The class was AMAZING and this was due to our teacher being very knowledgeable, funny, patient, and passionate about blacksmithing. The venue was awesome and we were able to see so much creativity from the other people using the giant space. All of the materials were provided to cover making the blades as well as safety. + more
Alexis Molinari
Went as a gift for my boyfriend’s birthday! It was great. We had a lot of fun and our dumplings were delicious. Our teacher was very informative, nice, and funny. He continually came around to offer individualized help and did a great demo! All around it was romantic and fun :)
Mary Anne McTiernan
This was the best present ever. We created three delicious pasta dishes, salad, and dessert following the instructions of two incredibly warm and talented chefs. Great atmosphere! Beautiful people! I highly recommend.
Karen Barroso
Wheel Throwing Workshop: Fun with Clay
I got this class as a birthday gift for my friend and it was the perfect experience. Brian was a wonderful teacher and created a good environment to learn and have fun. It was both of our first times working with clay and his instructions/demos were great and he had the perfect balance of letting us experiment and guiding us when he saw we needed it. The studio was very comfortable, stylish and his + more
Anonymized ClassBento student
This was a gift for my son and his girlfriend. They had such a great time, and you even got my son to try things he never ate Thank you! Thank you! Regards, Marie
Tegan Rosenberg
I purchased a class as a birthday gift for my granddaughter. We live in MN and we took the class in February. I was concerned about the succulents being shipped and surviving but they made it just fine. We later learned they were packed with heat packs to protect the plant babies. The instructor was engaging and lots of fun. We giggled through our oaths and had a really good time assembling our terrariums. + more
Mercedes Le
Amazing This was a gift for my bf who loves hands on stuff like glass blowing. Instructor was wonderful, clear, and very helpful with classes and helping me with my object. Also nice enough to let us do our own spoon rather than the typical can opener!
Riley Hewko
This wood working class was amazing! Our teacher was so knowledgeable, helped us build confidence with machinery, and provided everything we needed! There was a perfect amount of time for us to work together (sharing the machines/discussing which materials to use) but also on our own time to just be present and focus on the beautiful task at hand! Great for new and experienced individuals. Great price + more
Gretchen Gray
This class was great! I really enjoyed the instruction and tips from Jo. This is a fun way to craft a gift for yourself or someone else. The kit comes with a file and two wax rings. You can work out your design with the first ring and then have a second to make it better. Or make two rings (there would be an additional cost to have two rings cast. The course fee covers the cost of casting one silver + more
Diana Yeung
The instructor was excellent, putting in effort to communicate before the class when contacted, as well as at the start of class (when I was running a bit late). Directions were clear and the class was informative, while also relaxing (loved the background music provided by the instructor). I was happy with my finished product and the instructor provided lots of content for more learning as well as offering to be a resource for future questions or issues. This class was also purchased as a birthday gift for my sibling, who said they had a lot + more
Danielle Barry
DIY Succulent Terrarium at Home
Ellise was very friendly and helpful with her knowledge on how to care for our terrarium. I also won a starbucks gift card which was definitely a bonus! Thank you!
Margie Dieter
Our daughter gave us the class as a Christmas gift and we finally got around to using it! It was fun to play with clay, and the teachers did a great job of guiding us through the process. We'll go back soon to prepare our pieces for firing and we're excited to see how they turn out!
Lorie
We just finished a terrarium class at Botanic Panic; it was a (perfect) gift from my daughter. The class was great from start to end. The teacher (and shop owner) was so friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and fun. We ended up with great terrariums; the material's of provided were plentiful. (I tried to attach photos but kept running into problems).
Tony de La Paz
Ceramics Workshop: Create a Personalized Mug
This class was a great Mother’s Day gift experience. Jennifer was a fantastic teacher and quick explaining the basics. Everyone had a great time and really enjoyed themselves.
Michele Chirichella Gervat
Fresh Pasta Cooking Workshop: Agnolotti, Cavatelli, Farfalle
Great class. Christmas gift to share experience. Loved the atmosphere. Great pesto recipe!! Chef and assistant were awesome.
Ilene
Cooking Class: Dumpling Dinner Party
I bought my partner a ClassBento gift card as a gift and I am so glad he chose this class for us to attend together! The instructor was so well-prepared, encouraging, clear and kind throughout the class. It was clear that he took a lot of care to design the class and give us the best experience possible by buying fresh, organic produce and meats from local markets for our shared cooking experience and meal - the quality of the food was incredible and well worth the cost of the class and the good vibes were an added bonus. We learned how to make + more
Christopher Hutton
This was a xmas gift for my partner and we both enjoyed it. Teacher was great spending enough time with everyone to make sure we did not struggle. Venue had enough wheels, space and materials and we did learn the basics as set out. Yes I would recommend this class to any beginners.
Phallan Grossman
I got this class as a gift for my best friend as her 25th birthday present. We both absolutely loved this experience. One thing I loved was we learned the overall process of making perfume. If we didn't know what we liked, he guided us through it. I highly recommend, to go with friends, family or a significant other!
Unique Experience Gift Ideas
Why experiences make the best gift ideas
Whether you need a 40th birthday gift idea for your bestie or you want to go beyond the flower bouquet for Mother's Day, there are all types of experience gift ideas to let you give something out of the ordinary. If your friend has always wanted to try wheel throwing but hasn't found the time, our pottery classes are great for beginners. Friendly teachers guide new students every step of the way in a welcoming clay studio. The best part is learning a meditative and creative new skill while bringing home ceramics once they've been glazed and fired.
Is your significant other into beer or wine? Our wine tasting and beer making experiences are better than finding a fancy bottle at the specialty shop. Local beer and winemakers will walk you through the production process and give you notes as you taste your way through some delicious drinks. If your friends or family are cocktail lovers, learn how to make a margarita or a new negroni recipe with an expert mixologist. Get all the best tips and tricks while perfecting your bartending skills!
If you want to treat a crowd, whether it's a bachelorette party or a team at work, our group activities offer a wide range of things to do when you're looking for something unique. Get your girlfriends together for a lively paint and sip night, where you'll imbibe your favorite drinks while creating a canvas. Need to thank your co-workers or employees after a big project or a phenomenal quarter? Try an Italian cooking class where you'll show up, enjoy wine, and make an easy, delicious dinner to enjoy together.
Unique experience gifts for everyone
Maybe a hands-on activity will make the best gift experience for newlyweds who already have a house full of things. If you need a gift idea for couples, a gift of experience, like woodworking or a Spanish cooking class, will make a meaningful and cherished present. Do you have a group of friends that does everything together? Learn how to make pizza with a local chef and create the perfect pies with deliciously crisp but chewy crusts and all your favorite toppings. Or try jewelry making and come away with new skills and fabulous new pieces to wear.
If your mom or sister really gets into their self-care days, you can learn how to make candles together. Find out how to mix the perfect scent and pour natural wax candles that burn clean and leave a heavenly smell when you light them. Or get an in-depth lesson in making bath bombs so you can have the perfect spa experience at home.
Do you need to find birthday experiences that stand out from the crowd? Give something that will delight the foodie, challenge the woodworking fanatic, or relax the candle lover. They'll love trying a new aspect of their special interest or learning a new skill. It's not easy getting creative with gifts every year, but you can present our unique experiences as ways to think outside of the box and try something new.
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Unforgettable gift experience ideas
Unforgettable gift experience ideasEven if you have that hard-to-please person on your list, our unique gift experiences will impress. Let their fashionista side stand out in our cool sneaker customization workshop or try a chocolate-making class for a memorable time creating, and best of all eating, chocolate! Need cool gifts for guys? Our cooking classes are a delicious way to spend an evening. Whether your friends are new to the kitchen or they’ve dreamed of being an Iron Chef, we have all kinds of lessons from learning how to grill steak to finding the perfect ramen recipe. An experienced chef will lead the class where all the ingredients are waiting for you. All you need to bring is your enthusiasm and your appetite!
Your crafty friends will love one of our resin art classes where you can learn how to make colorful coasters or make a macrame wall hanging that could rival anything on Pinterest! Our floristry classes offer all kinds of beautiful projects from making dried flower arrangements to flower crowns. Take a look at our complete catalog of experiences to give as gifts and find an activity your friends will remember for a long time to come.
