9 Unusual Foodie Gifts for Mums in London

Is your favourite lady a total foodie? When it comes to culinary gift experiences for mum in London, we've got so much to offer in 2024! Why not take her on a journey through Asia with a dim sum experience, give her a taste of the high life with Michelin-starred cooking classes or whisk her off to a luxurious chocolate making workshop? The possibilities for foodie gift experiences for her are endless...

Celebrate your favourite lady with tasty experiences for mums

As Mother's Day (coming up on the 10th of March) is just around the corner, you may be on the hunt for something extra special to spoil your mum and make her feel truly appreciated. If your favourite lady happens to be a keen cook, then our collection of unusual foodie gifts is just what you need – these experiences are guaranteed to hit the spot and show your mum how much she means to you!

Whether you want to say thank you, wish her a happy Mother's Day, or simply tell her you love her, our experiences for mums are the perfect way to show you care. By giving her an experience as a gift, you're not only treating her to something truly extraordinary but also creating lasting memories together; imagine the joy on her face as you embark on a culinary adventure, discovering fresh flavours, and learning something new side by side!

So, if you’re ready to ditch the recipe books, aprons and culinary equipment gifts and switch it up with something extra special, keep reading for our favourite foodie gift ideas for mum! 

1. Go all out with a sushi and cocktail masterclass

Treat your incredible lady to an unforgettable evening of fun and deliciousness in London! Join her in a unique cooking class and cocktail workshop where you can both learn to rock n' roll and shake it like pros. This classy experience is all about pampering your hardworking mum and ensuring she is treated to an endless supply of tipples and delectable treats. Cheers to making precious memories together!

2. Treat your gluten-free mum to a special pasta making class!

If your mum is a gluten-free goddess, show her she never has to miss out again with this delectable London cooking class where she will learn how to make pasta from scratch – sin gluten! Your friendly host been perfecting her GF Italian pasta recipes for years, so you’ll be in safe wheat-free hands here. 

3. Take her on a foodie boat trip with this vegan fish and chips cooking class

Held on Tere and Colin’s beautiful Dutch barge, this vegan cooking class is one for the ages, and is one of our most perfect foodie gift experiences for mums who love trying new things! During this class, your culinary whizz of a mother will learn how to make a British delicacy without using any meat or dairy products. If you’re after alternative gifts for mum, this unusual and yet seriously fun London experience should be at the top of your list! 

4. Transport her to a sunnier climate with this Mexican street food cooking workshop

If your mum loves to get creative in the kitchen and is also partial to a bit of spicy food, this Mexican cooking class is the perfect flavour-fuelled gift for her. Your host will teach her how to make authentic Mexican tacos as well as how to make her own pico de gallo and guacamole too! Ideal if you have a travel-loving mum but your wallet won’t quite stretch to plane tickets!

5. Let her sit back and experience Asia with this dim sum tasting experience in London

If your mum loves Asian food – and who doesn’t? – why not take her on a journey through the Far East with this dim sum experience in London? Dim sum is a culinary tradition that includes bite-sized pieces of steamed food served in ‘baskets’ or on small plates. This fun London experience for mums will take her on a gastronomic journey as she sits back, relaxes and delights her palate. 

6. Dance and decorate together at this cake and sip!

Wondering what to get mum for her birthday? If she's a fun-loving foodie gal with a sweet tooth, you really can’t go wrong with a cake decorating class in London. You’ll be giving her the gift of a night out by treating your mum to this delicious experience, which also includes drinks! During this fun cake decorating class, your mother will unleash her creativity on a pre-baked two-layer cake whilst she sips on her delicious tipple and dances to her favourite songs – it’s birthday heaven if we do say so ourselves!

7. Discover adorable Japanese desserts together

It’s her birthday! And you want to do something special to show your mum how much you appreciate everything she does for you. Well, we have the perfect solution: take her on a decadent foodie adventure with this Japanese dessert making class in London. During this fun and interactive class, your mum will learn how to make the most mouth-watering Japanese desserts and sweet treats, such as dorayaki and mochi – yum!

8. Gift her the opportunity to make plant-based sweet treats with a vegan baking class

If your mum’s an eco-warrior but also has a serious sweet tooth, show her she can do both with this vegan baking class in London. In this class, delicious bakes are made without a drop of dairy in sight, so they’re perfect for mums who want to indulge in some sweet treats without having to worry about the impact on the environment. During this London baking class, your marvellous mother will learn how to make her own gooey brownies and tasty cookies – plus, if you’re lucky you might get to reap the benefits of this experience gift!

9. Experience Spanish cuisine together with this tapas cooking class

Turn your mum into a Spanish culinary queen with this tapas cooking class. During this fun foodie gift for her, she’ll learn how to make her own delicious Spanish tapas including tortilla, gambas pil pil and more! Your mother will also have a chance to sample some of the food she makes during the class too – what’s not to like?

Does she like to get crafty at Christmas? Check out our gift ideas for mum here.