Gourmet Gift Experiences for Couples Who Love to Cook

When you’re searching for gifts for people who like to cook, try these fun gourmet experience gifts for couples! They are bound to ignite the spark in the kitchen and help them cook a variety of delicious meals together. 

We have hundreds of gastronomical delights led by Australia's talented chefs and pâtissiers, each overflowing with heady scents and sensuous flavours. 

For the health-conscious couple, why not treat them to a vegan cooking class that focuses on incorporating nutrient-packed superfoods into their recipes? On the other hand, if the couple is all about bold flavours and savoury delights, a smoky BBQ workshop straight from the heart of Texas could be the perfect gift! They'll get to master the art of grilling mouthwatering meats, tantalising their senses with the irresistible aroma and taste of authentic BBQ. No matter what their preferences are, there is a wide range of thoughtful gifts available for couples who love to cook. From cooking classes tailored to their specific tastes to workshops that explore exciting culinary traditions, you're sure to find something that perfectly suits their unique style.

Keep reading and explore some of the country's most exquisite cooking, baking and desserts classes – they're so delicious, you might want to tuck in too!

Foodie gifts in Sydney

Learn how to make pasta from scratch

Fettucine with basil pesto sauce, roast pumpkin ravioli cooked in sage butter and spaghetti boasting olive oil, chili and garlic – hungry yet? In this hands-on Italian cooking class, students will learn how to cook and prepare a smorgasbord of delicious pasta to impress the trickiest dinner guests.

Fresh pasta is surprisingly simple, combining accessible ingredients like flour, egg, salt and olive oil. Even the most accident-prone couples could make it with their eyes closed, but a talented teacher is always available to assist with the fiddly bits.

Roll superfood sushi with a master

Gifts for people who love to cook don't get better than this – a superfood sushi class showcasing Japan's iconic fare. With an emphasis on plant-based produce, it's the perfect anniversary or wedding gift for the health and environment-conscious.

Students learn under a world-renowned chef who's worked in some of Sydney's top kitchens and authored two Japanese cookbooks. Together, they’ll master techniques for various rolls and tackle tasty tempura. What’s more, there's time to refuel with a vibrant sushi lunch, miso soup and matcha green tea. 

Satisfy their sweet teeth and sample desserts

Australian desserts are simply the best, and this baking course shows why! Couples with sweet teeth will discover how to whisk together a feast of treats, including panna cotta, chocolate fondant, lemon passion fruit curd, fresh peach crumble and sticky date pudding.

The cherry on top? Baking and desserts classes enhance mental wellbeing. There's no headspace to stress about to-dos and deadlines when mixing batter as enticing aromas arouse your serotonin. 

Foodie gifts in Melbourne

Head to Italy for a pizza party

An Italian pizza making masterclass is a palate-pleasing present for couples who love to travel– they'll roll dough from scratch, grapple with gourmet toppings and taste-test creations with gusto!

What's on the menu? Salsa di pomodoro, insalata and a refreshing passion fruit lemonade. After making the pizza base, there's even a tossing contest for twosomes who thrive on healthy competition.

Preparing homemade pizza is athletic work, but participants can satisfy their thirst with two complimentary glasses of beer, wine or non-alcoholic fizz.

Go mad for masala spice blends

Leave Australia behind and explore the East’s treasure chest of spices and rich flavours in this aromatic Indian cooking class.

While Indian cuisine varies from region to region, all recipes are jam-packed with fragrant blends of garam masala, coriander and cardamom.

Fervent foodies will learn how to identify and cook with spices, as well as where to buy and store them. Then, they can implement their newfound knowledge to create naan, mint raita, saag paneer and more.

Celebrate native Australian ingredients

Dabbling in international dishes is interesting, but there's a wealth of ingredients in Melbourne to discover. In this native Australian cooking class, pupils practice simplicity and honour age-old traditions passed through generations.

This gift for couples who like to cook is so memorable because of its emphasis on sustainable bush food, herbs, and spices. It's an opportunity to celebrate the country's roots and experiment with unusual recipes such as spiced kangaroo pear and pepper salsa, thyme barramundi steamed in banana leaf and Kakadu plum fudge.

Foodie gifts in Brisbane

Savour succulent meat straight from the barbecue

Carnivorous couples are sure to adore this American BBQ cooking class, where they'll study techniques for grilled meat that falls off the bone.

Students will draw inspiration from four central barbecue regions in the United States – Texas, Memphis, Carolina and Kansas. Alongside a welcoming chef, they'll tackle rubs, timing, and temperatures to produce smoky sensations, including bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers, baby back ribs and slow bass strait brisket.

Enjoy breakfast in bed with a twist

Did someone say breakfast in bed? This breakfast masterclass covers eggs with hollandaise, chocolate and cheese croissants and fluffy, buttery brioche and is guaranteed to up their home cooking game.

Partners will acquire valuable bread making, knife-wielding and cooking tricks to transform the standard fried eggs on toast into a cafe-brunch experience!

Foodie gifts in Perth

Perfect a range of rainbow macarons

A rainbow French macaron making class with assistance from a Michelin-star chef is an indulgent couples’ gift for luxury lovers.

Not only do enthusiastic apprentices sink their teeth into baking Italian meringue, piping and fillings, but they also work in an intimate environment. Classes are capped at seven students, so everyone has ample time for personalised tuition and space to work.

Revolutionise meals with quick and tasty recipes

Luckily, there are also gift experiences for couples who like to eat without the fuss! A quick and easy recipes class prioritises 30-minute dishes that people can effortlessly replicate at home.

Ditching the fancy equipment and going back to cooking basics, students will reimagine pasta carbonara, vegetarian casserole, burgers and more. Despite cutting corners when cooking, the ingredients are high-quality and sourced with love.

Plus, learning these easy recipes will help couples have the confidence to cook at home. Yes, ordering take out may seem more convenient but there’s nothing better than partners teaming up to cook a meal and savouring their fruitful labour at the end! 

Feast on gourmet gift experiences for couples today

When you're hunting for gifts for people who like to cook these local cooking classes won't disappoint! There's something to please every palate. Got a partner who has a sweet tooth? Whip up a collection of treats that will put any high tea to shame with a baking and desserts class. Prefer a savoury meal? Indulge your taste buds with an Italian cooking class and transport yourself to the bustling cobblestone streets of Italy with a pasta making masterclass. Every awesome adventure is easy to book. Simply choose a time and date, and your amazing teacher will sort out the rest!