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Celebrate the Holiday Season with Christmas Crafts in Melbourne
By Tiffany Fung
Get crafty with these fun Christmas activities in Melbourne! From wreath making to holiday baking, make festive memoriesGet crafty with these fun Christmas activities in Melbourne! From wreath making to holiday baking, make festive memories with creative workshops this year. ...
Creative Gift Ideas for Women Who Have Everything
By Kellie Maloney
From pouring paint and throwing clay to woodworking, here are 10 gifts the woman who has everything in Melbourne.
8 Xmas Party Ideas in Melbourne for Festive Fun
By Annie Symmonds
From cocktail classes to wreath-making, discover unique ideas for Christmas parties in Melbourne – perfect for teams,From cocktail classes to wreath-making, discover unique ideas for Christmas parties in Melbourne – perfect for teams, friends and families. ...
Feel-Good Gifts for Her to Boost Health and Happiness
By Tiffany Fung
Whether you’re after a bridal shower treat or a thoughtful birthday gift, these feel-good gifts for her are sure to leaveWhether you’re after a bridal shower treat or a thoughtful birthday gift, these feel-good gifts for her are sure to leave your special lady smiling. ...
11 Gifts for Guys Who Have Everything
By Jana Lepojevic
Stuck on gifts for guys who have everything? Discover 11 creative, fun experiences across Australia that make unforgettableStuck on gifts for guys who have everything? Discover 11 creative, fun experiences across Australia that make unforgettable presents. ...
Memorable Mother-Daughter Experiences That You Can Do Together
By ClassBento Team
Treat Mum to meaningful experiences! From art to cooking and more, these mother-daughter activities make perfect gifts forTreat Mum to meaningful experiences! From art to cooking and more, these mother-daughter activities make perfect gifts for Mum. ...
13 Unforgettable Experience Gift Cards in Australia
By Annie Symmonds
Discover thousands of unforgettable experience gift voucher ideas in Australia. Treat your favourite people to everythingDiscover thousands of unforgettable experience gift voucher ideas in Australia. Treat your favourite people to everything from pottery making to cake decorating. ...
Plan a Perfect Date in Melbourne with Pottery Classes
By Jana Lepojevic
Stuck on date night ideas for couples in Melbourne? Join a couples pottery class! Spend quality time with your significantStuck on date night ideas for couples in Melbourne? Join a couples pottery class! Spend quality time with your significant other at an intimate pottery studio. ...
The Ultimate Guide to Picking a 20 Year Anniversary Gift
By Tiffany Fung
Wondering what to get for your 20 year anniversary gift? Discover our selection of creative experiences to mark this incredibleWondering what to get for your 20 year anniversary gift? Discover our selection of creative experiences to mark this incredible milestone in your marriage. ...
The History of Kintsugi: The Art of Japanese Pottery Repair
By ClassBento Team
Kintsugi, which means golden joinery, is a Japanese method of ceramic repair that celebrates the beauty of imperfection.Kintsugi, which means golden joinery, is a Japanese method of ceramic repair that celebrates the beauty of imperfection. Discover more about this age-old craft – and try it for yourself! ...
The Most Unforgettable Christmas Gifts for Couples in 2025
By Annie Symmonds
Find unforgettable Christmas gifts for couples they'll absolutely love! From chocolate making to pottery, create memoriesFind unforgettable Christmas gifts for couples they'll absolutely love! From chocolate making to pottery, create memories they’ll treasure together. ...
7 Unique and Crafty Christmas Party Ideas for Adults
By Annie Symmonds
Step outside the box with these unique Christmas activities for adults in Australia. Keep reading to browse crafty ChristmasStep outside the box with these unique Christmas activities for adults in Australia. Keep reading to browse crafty Christmas party ideas for your creative colleagues! ...
Cheerful Xmas Work Party Ideas for Creative Colleagues
By Tiffany Fung
Want to treat your team to unique Christmas party ideas in Australia? Browse these Christmas activities for crafters, cooksWant to treat your team to unique Christmas party ideas in Australia? Browse these Christmas activities for crafters, cooks and cocktail-makers! ...
School Holiday Ideas in Melbourne: Kids Cooking Classes Will Work a Treat
By Sarah Hinds-Friedl
Keep your kids entertained these school holidays with cooking classes for kids in Melbourne! Cooking classes are fun andKeep your kids entertained these school holidays with cooking classes for kids in Melbourne! Cooking classes are fun and teach children valuable life skills ...
7 Pottery Classes in Melbourne You and Your Kids Will Love
By Grace Smith
Switch off the screens and switch into your creativity with pottery classes in Melbourne that you and your little one willSwitch off the screens and switch into your creativity with pottery classes in Melbourne that you and your little one will love! ...
11 Best Gifts for Dad in Australia in 2025
By Annie Symmonds
Find the best gifts for dad with our gift ideas! Celebrate Christmas, Father's Day and birthdays with arty experiences, crafts,Find the best gifts for dad with our gift ideas! Celebrate Christmas, Father's Day and birthdays with arty experiences, crafts, cooking classes and more. ...
6 Festive and Fun Christmas Activities to Try in 2025
By ClassBento Team
Whether you’re searching for team building exercises or organising a family gathering, our fun-filled Christmas activitiesWhether you’re searching for team building exercises or organising a family gathering, our fun-filled Christmas activities are suitable for every occasion! ...
Why Melbourne Couples Cooking Classes Are Perfect for Date Night
By Tiffany Fung
Couples cooking classes in Melbourne are the perfect way to make your next date night ideas special and connect with yourCouples cooking classes in Melbourne are the perfect way to make your next date night ideas special and connect with your other half. ...
Couples Cooking Classes That Make Perfect Date Night Ideas
By ClassBento Team
Get into the kitchen for date night at cooking classes across Australia—the perfect treat for couples looking to reigniteGet into the kitchen for date night at cooking classes across Australia—the perfect treat for couples looking to reignite the romance! ...
11 Christmas Party Ideas That Are Perfect for Remote Teams
By ClassBento Team
Check out these unique virtual Christmas party ideas to get the party started at home!
6 Unique Christmas Things to Do in Melbourne 2025
By ClassBento Team
From cocktail-making to Christmas crafts and festive team building, explore these unique Christmas activities in MelbourneFrom cocktail-making to Christmas crafts and festive team building, explore these unique Christmas activities in Melbourne that will suit everyone’s taste. ...
Outdoor Christmas Party Ideas for the Festive Season
By Katie Milton
Reconnect with your loved ones and embrace the warmer weather with these outdoor Christmas party ideas.
Romantic Indoor Date Ideas in Melbourne for Fun-Loving Couples
By Sam Bowden
From new lovebirds to anniversary celebrations and long-distance dates, these craft kits for at-home dates are the best dateFrom new lovebirds to anniversary celebrations and long-distance dates, these craft kits for at-home dates are the best date ideas when you want to stay indoors ...
Magical Melbourne Xmas Events to Get You in the Mood
By Courtenay Turner
December 2025 is shaping up to be a magical month. Discover the best Christmas activities in Melbourne and get in the moodDecember 2025 is shaping up to be a magical month. Discover the best Christmas activities in Melbourne and get in the mood for a little festive fun. ...
Bring the Party to You with Mobile Paint and Sip Classes in Melbourne
By Sarah Hinds-Friedl
Elevate your team building or private paint party with mobile paint and sip classes in Melbourne!
The Best Date Activities in Melbourne in 2025
By ClassBento Team
Seeking new ways to bond with your partner? These inspiring date night ideas in Melbourne for 2025 will help bring you bothSeeking new ways to bond with your partner? These inspiring date night ideas in Melbourne for 2025 will help bring you both closer through the art of painting! ...
5 of the Best Melbourne Experiences Under $100
By Tiffany Fung
Looking for budget-friendly Melbourne experiences under $100? Discover our selection of unique experience gifts in MelbourneLooking for budget-friendly Melbourne experiences under $100? Discover our selection of unique experience gifts in Melbourne to make your giftee's day special. ...
Break Tradition with 10 Unique Ideas for Christmas Parties
By Annie Symmonds
Think outside the box in 2025 with these unique Christmas party ideas to help your team bond and reconnect.
9 Unique Paint and Sip Experiences in Melbourne
By Jana Lepojevic
Explore the perfect blend of creativity and mingling at these unique Melbourne paint and sip classes
Feeling Grinchy? 10+ Xmas Activities to Get You in the Mood
By Courtenay Turner
Say goodbye to your inner Grinch with 2025's best Xmas activities. Discover hundreds of Christmas events around AustraliaSay goodbye to your inner Grinch with 2025's best Xmas activities. Discover hundreds of Christmas events around Australia and spark festive spirit. ...
6 Christmas Crafts to Try with Friends This Season
By Jana Lepojevic
Christmas crafts are better with friends! Try fun Xmas activities like making ornaments, cookies, wreaths and festive giftsChristmas crafts are better with friends! Try fun Xmas activities like making ornaments, cookies, wreaths and festive gifts this holiday season. ...
Creative Christmas Team Building Ideas for Every Team
By Jana Lepojevic
Spread festive cheer with these creative team building ideas for your Christmas party. From baking classes to virtual workshops,Spread festive cheer with these creative team building ideas for your Christmas party. From baking classes to virtual workshops, there’s something for every team. ...
9 Foolproof Christmas Presents for Couples Who Have It All
By Courtenay Turner
From pottery workshops to cooking classes, discover one-of-a-kind Christmas presents for couples who have everything. GiftFrom pottery workshops to cooking classes, discover one-of-a-kind Christmas presents for couples who have everything. Gift cards available. ...
Pick the Perfect Xmas Present for Her in Five Easy Steps
By Courtenay Turner
Find the perfect Christmas gifts for her with our quick quiz! We'll help you find a personalised present based on her interests,Find the perfect Christmas gifts for her with our quick quiz! We'll help you find a personalised present based on her interests, likes and hobbies. ...
Christmas Presents for Couples Who Are Hard to Buy For
By ClassBento Team
Struggling to shop for the couple who has it all? Give them shared experiences this Christmas for laughter, romance and lastingStruggling to shop for the couple who has it all? Give them shared experiences this Christmas for laughter, romance and lasting memories. ...
7 Experience Gifts for Grandparents This Christmas 2025
By Annie Symmonds
Spoil your grandparents this Christmas 2025 with experience gift cards! From flower arranging to pottery classes, they'reSpoil your grandparents this Christmas 2025 with experience gift cards! From flower arranging to pottery classes, they're guaranteed to feel the love this year. ...
Meaningful Xmas Presents for Couples You Cherish
By Courtenay Turner
Want to treat your favourite duo? Discover the best Xmas presents for couples and treat them to a heartfelt gift experienceWant to treat your favourite duo? Discover the best Xmas presents for couples and treat them to a heartfelt gift experience they can enjoy together. ...
Thoughtful Gifts for Couples Who Have Everything
By Tiffany Fung
Are you looking for what to get your favourite couple? Discover our curated selection of experience gifts for couples thatAre you looking for what to get your favourite couple? Discover our curated selection of experience gifts for couples that show them just how much you care! ...
Romantic Couple Experience Gifts in Melbourne for Long-Term Relationships
By Jana Lepojevic
Discover Melbourne's romantic couple experiences for those in long-term relationships! From pottery to mixology, exploreDiscover Melbourne's romantic couple experiences for those in long-term relationships! From pottery to mixology, explore unique adventures to reignite sparks! ...
Last-Minute Gifts That Don't Feel Last Minute
By ClassBento Team
From Sydney to Perth, we’ve scoured Australia for the best last-minute gifts to give to someone special in your life.
Christmas Gifts for Women Who Don't Have a Wishlist
By Jana Lepojevic
Break free from the holiday gift dilemma! Discover unforgettable and creative Christmas gifts for women—gift experiencesBreak free from the holiday gift dilemma! Discover unforgettable and creative Christmas gifts for women—gift experiences that go well beyond material treasures. ...
Experience Christmas Gifts for a Day Out with the Family
By Jana Lepojevic
Discover the magic of experience gifts this Christmas for family bonding! From pottery to cooking, create cherished memoriesDiscover the magic of experience gifts this Christmas for family bonding! From pottery to cooking, create cherished memories with these hands-on activities. ...
Grown-up Gifts for Adult Daughters
By ClassBento Team
Searching for gifts for daughters that you can enjoy together? From rejuvenating flower arranging classes to a relaxing potterySearching for gifts for daughters that you can enjoy together? From rejuvenating flower arranging classes to a relaxing pottery course, we have you covered. ...
9 Crafty Experience Gift Cards for Teens
By Kellie Maloney
Check out our round-up of crafty experience gift cards for teens across Australia. From flower arranging to jewellery making,Check out our round-up of crafty experience gift cards for teens across Australia. From flower arranging to jewellery making, there's something for everyone! ...
Best Xmas Presents for Mums Who Want Nothing
By Courtenay Turner
Not sure what to get her for Christmas? Discover our creative collection of Xmas presents for mums who want nothing – orNot sure what to get her for Christmas? Discover our creative collection of Xmas presents for mums who want nothing – or have everything! ...
DIY Christmas Gifts
By Kellie Maloney
Make Christmas 2025 extra special with these DIY experience gift cards! Choose from chocolate classes, painting workshopsMake Christmas 2025 extra special with these DIY experience gift cards! Choose from chocolate classes, painting workshops or festive cocktail parties. ...
Cute Gift Ideas for Girlfriend That Will Make Her Smile
By Jana Lepojevic
Make her smile with these cute gift ideas for your girlfriend, from romantic workshops to creative experiences you can shareMake her smile with these cute gift ideas for your girlfriend, from romantic workshops to creative experiences you can share together. ...
6 Gift Voucher Ideas for Vegans This Christmas
By Annie Symmonds
Find thoughtful gift vouchers ideas for Christmas 2022 that will surprise and delight the vegans in your life!
Healthy Team Building Events to Hold This Christmas in Melbourne
By Annie Symmonds
Celebrate Christmas in Melbourne with these healthy team building events and boost your workplace wellbeing!
Fun Corporate Team Building Activities That Promote Employee Wellbeing
By Laine Fullerton
Spice up your team dynamics with these six engaging corporate team building activities in Melbourne. Foster collaborationSpice up your team dynamics with these six engaging corporate team building activities in Melbourne. Foster collaboration and boost employee wellbeing! ...
Re-energise Against Burnout
By Sarah Hinds-Friedl
Boost your team's morale against burnout with our exciting team building activities in Australia, from skateboarding workshopsBoost your team's morale against burnout with our exciting team building activities in Australia, from skateboarding workshops to Turkish mosaic lamp classes. ...
Why Paint and Sip Classes in Melbourne Are the Perfect Way to Detox Your Week
By Sam Bowden
Indulge in soul-soothing and refreshing paint and sip classes in Melbourne - the perfect way to unwind at the end of theIndulge in soul-soothing and refreshing paint and sip classes in Melbourne - the perfect way to unwind at the end of the week. ...
8 Mood-Boosting Mental Health Hacks to Try Today
By Courtenay Turner
From creative hobbies to daily habits, find easy ways to feel calmer and happier. Here are 8 proven ways to refresh yourFrom creative hobbies to daily habits, find easy ways to feel calmer and happier. Here are 8 proven ways to refresh your mind and your mood. ...
Find Your Calm with These 5 Spring Craft Ideas
By Tiffany Fung
Craving a slower pace? Embrace simple living with these fun, mindful spring craft ideas, from soap making to pickling andCraving a slower pace? Embrace simple living with these fun, mindful spring craft ideas, from soap making to pickling and beyond. ...
Is Creativity the Cure for Loneliness?
By Laine Fullerton
Discover the science behind the power of creativity and connection.
Stepping Out to Fight Dementia
By Kellie Maloney
On May 22nd 2022, the ClassBento team stepped up to beat dementia at the Sydney Memory Walk And Jog.
Why So Serious? Hobbies Vs. Burnout
By Sarah Hinds-Friedl
Discover fun team building activities in Australia to enhance workplace motivation and avoid burnout in 2025 by finding hobbiesDiscover fun team building activities in Australia to enhance workplace motivation and avoid burnout in 2025 by finding hobbies that you'll love. ...
Aged Health Benefits and Recreational Classes
By Sarah Hinds-Friedl
The weekend before my great-grandmother passed away at 98-years-old, she took me outside to plant sunflowers. Her daughterThe weekend before my great-grandmother passed away at 98-years-old, she took me outside to plant sunflowers. Her daughter and granddaughter put up a fuss, claiming that it was too hot outside, and that she should rest instead. She just waved a hand and motioned for me to help her stand up. “I’m going to teach my great-granddaughter how to garden,” she said. I think we were all a little bit surprised. In her old age, Nora wasn’t usually so lucid. It was hot that day (the sunflowers wouldn’t survive the sweltering heat waves of the next few months,) but my great-grandmother didn’t seem to mind. Under her sun visor, she was all smiles. As she walked me through the steps of preparing the flowerbed and spreading the seeds in the fresh soil, my great-grandmother was radiating joy. Of course, she was always excited to spend time with family, but this was something different. This energy and warmth had something to do with gardening. In the years since her passing, I’ve always been incredibly grateful for the chance to share that afternoon with her. I was able to see first-hand how a simple task, like caring for a garden, could have such a powerful impact on a woman who had lived for a century. The fact that something as small as planting a seed could still put such a radiant smile on her face astounded me and pushed me to find more information on the power of leisure activities on the elderly. As it turns out, the benefits of leisure activities for everyone are vast, but they can have a particularly powerful effect on the mental health of middle-aged and advanced-aged citizens. Why should we focus on older individuals? As middle age passes into advanced years, our senior citizens have a difficult transition. The things they took for granted in youth, such as mobility and memory, have become less accessible in older age. Even the most joyful and lighthearted of people have to admit that this loss of function can be frustrating, scary, and depressing. The awareness of this slowing down can be especially accentuated in retired individuals, who can no longer focus on a career or feel a sense of fulfillment in their jobs. Luckily, there are ways to ease the transition. Researchers across the world have been searching for solutions to the problems associated exclusively with the experience of aging, and what they found was something that community centers and elderly facilities have been saying all along: creative hobbies are good for our mental state and physical health. Multi-cultural methods: what are they doing in Japan? A 2015 study (1) from the Hamamatsu University School of Medicine in Japan sought to put previous claims of the effectiveness of certain leisure activities to the test. Though they disproved earlier beliefs that participating in social activities could improve mental health in middle-aged and elderly individuals, they did find some overall uplifting benefits to other leisure activities. Their findings found, for instance, that hobbies, cultural activities, physical exercise, and sports all improved the mental health of elderly Japanese citizens. The effect was compounded when such activities were shared with a companion or group. What about Australians? A similar study (2) was conducted by three scholars in 2013 exploring the effect of hobbies on the mental health of elderly women living in Australia. Their impetus for conducting the study was a body of precedent publications that, although dealing with the benefits of creative activities on mental wellbeing, had largely excluded the effects of such hobbies on the older generation. Their definition of creative hobby was expansive: everything from needlework to photography to china painting was included in study. And their findings were incredible: Women involved in such activities were more likely to be socially engaged and showed a lower tendency toward “osteoarthritis, stroke, depression or anxiety/nervous disorder compared with women not involved in those hobbies” (2, page 7). These women were also more likely to be in physically good shape in terms of functionality and enjoy an overall higher quality of life. The reasoning for these benefits is still somewhat unclear. Experts believe that these types of hobbies probably improve mental health by lowering stress, sparking cognitive activity, and producing feelings of fulfillment and pride in participants. How can we use this information? We can all agree that investing our elderly population is a valuable use of effort and resources. After all, they are our parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles. They are future versions of ourselves, as we navigate our own aging process. We certainly wouldn’t be here without them. And in this vulnerable time in their lives, we should put this scientific knowledge to good use. There are lots of possible workshops that retirees and try out or even start themselves such as paint-and-sip classes, stand up paddle boarding, water aerobics, yarn bombing (the rebellious act of covering public spaces with crocheted or knitted works of art). These are just a few examples of the plethora of wacky, fun, unique hobbies out there. This is one of the reasons why ClassBento was started, to make it easier for retirees to try out new hobbies and also allow them to teach their passions and get paid, giving them purpose back in their lives. Our elders deserve it Based on my personal experience with my great-grandmother, I cannot understate the effect of leisure activities on elderly individuals. Seeing the smile light up her face when her advanced years had caused her so much strain and exhaustion was truly a gift that I would encourage every young person to be a part of. So get the older people in your lives involved in a creative pursuit. It will benefit you both! (1) journals.plos.org (2) tandfonline.com ...
Adapting the Workplace for Millennials
By Sarah Hinds-Friedl
Help the workplace adapt to millennials with our team building activities in Sydney! It's a great place to learn somethingHelp the workplace adapt to millennials with our team building activities in Sydney! It's a great place to learn something new while connecting with others. ...
To Spice or Not to Spice: Can Chilli Improve Your Health
By Susana Aguilera
Find out how to add more chilli to your food and what the benefits of chilli are at a Melbourne cooking class near you withFind out how to add more chilli to your food and what the benefits of chilli are at a Melbourne cooking class near you with a focus on spicy cuisine. ...
Creative Ways to Connect with a Loved One Living with Dementia
By Kellie Maloney
We’ve put together a list of heartwarming ideas designed to help you reconnect with your loved one this Dementia ActionWe’ve put together a list of heartwarming ideas designed to help you reconnect with your loved one this Dementia Action Week and beyond… ...
How to Build Better Boundaries If You WFH
By Courtenay Turner
Discover how to relieve stress, reduce the likelihood of burnout and improve your overall mental and physical wellbeing.
Simple Self-Care Ideas to Support Your Mum's Wellbeing
By ClassBento Team
Know a Mum who could do with some spoiling this Mother's Day? Our Mother's Day gift ideas are perfect for those Mums whoKnow a Mum who could do with some spoiling this Mother's Day? Our Mother's Day gift ideas are perfect for those Mums who need some pampering! ...
Best Matcha Recipe Ideas to Improve Your Health
By Julia Carr-Catzel
Matcha, which directly translates to ‘powdered tea’ in Japanese, found its roots over one thousand years ago,Matcha, which directly translates to ‘powdered tea’ in Japanese, found its roots over one thousand years ago, when Japanese monks would consume the beverage, to maintain calm during meditation practice. In modern Japan, matcha, at the center tea ceremonies, continues to reflect Zen culture. It's also an incredibly popular ingredient in Japanese cooking classes in Sydney. Its signature green colour is the result of the slow growth of the leaves under shade, thus obtaining a greater chlorophyll density. Once harvested, the leaves are ground into fine powder, combined with hot water and whisked with a bamboo brush or ‘chasen’ to make tea. Garnering the attention of superfood lovers and others alike, matcha can be found in a slew of sweet and savoury dishes, from muffins to guacamole, the green powder is known to boost mental wellbeing, weight loss and even fight cancer, Alzheimers and dementia. Facts about matcha When consumed daily, matcha supports the immune system, sustaining your body’s antioxidant levels. Its unique class of antioxidants ‘catechins’, specifically ‘epigallocatechin’ (EGC), can ward off agents which damage cell DNA, and thus reduce chance of cancer, and help fend of the signs of ageing. According to a study conducted by Tufts University, its high antioxidant level of 1573 units is far above food such as blueberries (93) and broccoli (31). Matcha promotes longer-term, sustainable energy. The drink lets you skip past coffee jitters, delivering natural caffeine throughout the body over a 6-8-hour period. L-Theanine amino acid found in matcha increases dopamine levels and boosts serotonin, enhances focus, balances your mood and reduces stress. Alongside detoxifying and rebooting internal processes, matcha improves your outer appearance. One spoon of Matcha tea powder is equal to 10 cups of green tea per day, vastly lowering cholesterol and blood pressure and boosting weightloss. The powder inhibits cell degeneration responsible for wrinkles, skin cancer, loss of collagen and skin elasticity. Matcha meals to try Topping countless meal variations, matcha lattes are likely the most common and popular form. In a fresh, yet complex process, lattes comprise of matcha powder, milk and sometimes a sweetener. Added to smoothies, ice-creams and pancakes – its natural bright green aesthetic is favoured among chefs and health-enthusiasts alike. The green hues are refined on social media where one can scroll through hundreds of photos featuring innovative matcha recipes under the hashtag #matcha; crepes, fudge and green granola included. Japanese foods including rice, green-tea ice-cream or mochi also incorporate matcha. To harness the best quality of matcha, the degree of grade, from cooking to ceremonial must be taken into consideration. Ceremonial graded matcha is usually representative of the region it came from, the amount of time the tea spent in shade before harvest, among other factors. Alternatively, cooking grade matcha is commonly used to produce sweeter cafe drinks. Indicators of ceremonial grade are colour: fluorescent as opposed to moss green and flavouring: slightly bitter with a refreshing grassy taste. When not prepared with care, matcha can lose its nutritional properties. And to maximise and neutralise matcha’s antioxidants, various ingredient pairings help to increase its properties such as citrus from lemon, promoting absorption. Vitamin C perfectly compliments matcha’s grassy notes. Typical Japanese desserts such as yoghurt: to balancing out bitter flavours or chewy, sweet mochi: to add a layer of texture to compliment matcha. Discover more traditional Japanese cooking classes here. Learn to use matcha Learn how to harness matcha’s best qualities under the expertise of a professional chef. Cook delectable matcha dishes in Matcha Lovers High Tea workshop alongside chef Yoshiko Takeuchi. Dip your fingers in coconut fudge, make two-colour mocha balls with yuzu and matcha an-paste and cold soba with matcha broth. Yoshiko holds over ten years to her name as a qualified chef, frequenting Sydney’s top kitchens and working alongside professionals including Tetsuya Wakuda. Dedicated to cooking healthily, she states: “I want all my students glow with confidence, energy and healthy beauty.” Yoshiko’s Japanese influenced vegetarian and vegan meals, aim to do just that. Observe Yoshiko’s detailed and easy-to-follow demonstrations, following hands-on practice. Sip on a yuzu matcha mocktail and organic matcha green tea. Take home practical and appetising recipes to replicate at home and incorporate into future meals. Take control of your relationship to food and echo Yoshiko’s philosophy of taking onboard a healthy and enriching lifestyle. ...
Meet Ruth Allen
By Tiffany Fung
Discover the mesmerising craft of glassblowing with passionate glass artist Ruth Allen in Melbourne and transform moltenDiscover the mesmerising craft of glassblowing with passionate glass artist Ruth Allen in Melbourne and transform molten glass into colourful works of art! ...
Make Christmas Cocktails with Pineapple Jam
By Kellie Maloney
Pineapple Jam creator and lead cocktail shaker Clinton Weir shares how he got his start in mixology and the motivation behindPineapple Jam creator and lead cocktail shaker Clinton Weir shares how he got his start in mixology and the motivation behind his creative cocktail making workshops. ...
Meet Merryl's Mosaics and Glass Studio
By Tiffany Fung
Discover the joy of making mosaics at Merryl Sacher's creative studio in Caulfield and transform colourful shards into beautifulDiscover the joy of making mosaics at Merryl Sacher's creative studio in Caulfield and transform colourful shards into beautiful works of art. ...
Make Calligraphy Christmas Baubles with Vanessa Opazo
By Kellie Maloney
From full-time architect to calligraphy artist, Vanessa Opazo from Bondi Letters shares her inspiring journey into teachingFrom full-time architect to calligraphy artist, Vanessa Opazo from Bondi Letters shares her inspiring journey into teaching and her mission to empower students through creativity. ...
Make Clay Christmas Ornaments with Au Revoir Shiloh
By Kellie Maloney
Meet the heart and soul behind Au Revoir Shiloh, Shiloh Blondel, the inspiring pottery teacher who believes clay is bestMeet the heart and soul behind Au Revoir Shiloh, Shiloh Blondel, the inspiring pottery teacher who believes clay is best shared with others. ...
Make Santa Studs with Zara Avila
By Laine Fullerton
Zara Avila shares her story on how colourful and cute polymer clay creations help her and others see the bright side ofZara Avila shares her story on how colourful and cute polymer clay creations help her and others see the bright side of life. ...
Make Resin Christmas Baubles with Sheri Vegas
By Laine Fullerton
From teaching her close friends the basics of resin art to cultivating a mass online following, Sheridan Vigers shares herFrom teaching her close friends the basics of resin art to cultivating a mass online following, Sheridan Vigers shares her creative upbringing and why that’s not the key to artistic success. ...
Meet That Paper Joint
By Laine Fullerton
Maximillian Malone and Zoe Crook invite you to their quirky Brunswick collage studio That Paper Joint, dedicated to the humbleMaximillian Malone and Zoe Crook invite you to their quirky Brunswick collage studio That Paper Joint, dedicated to the humble paper and scissors. ...
Make Christmas Flower Arrangements with Peony Story
By Charlotte McKewen
Fall in love with the art of floristry at Nikki Zeng's fun flower arranging classes with The Peony Story in Sydney.
Meet Clinton Weir
By Kellie Maloney
It’s time to step behind the bar and get shaking with flair bartender, Clinton Weir.
Make Turkish Mosaic Lamps with Art Masterclass
By Laine Fullerton
From Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar to their colourful and cosy studios across Australia, meet the business using Turkish mosaic-makingFrom Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar to their colourful and cosy studios across Australia, meet the business using Turkish mosaic-making as a form of cultural connection. ...
Meet Cones Studio
By Laine Fullerton
Cones Studio in Melbourne invites you to dive into pottery, creativity and connection at their vibrant Bentleigh studio.
Make Healthy Christmas Cocktails with the Cocktail Camp
By Jane Gauger
The founder of San Francisco’s Cocktail Camp is a health-conscious mixologist helping everyday Americans feel lighter andThe founder of San Francisco’s Cocktail Camp is a health-conscious mixologist helping everyday Americans feel lighter and brighter with just one drink. ...
Make a Christmas Wreath with Ferris Heart Sloane
By ClassBento Team
Meet Natasha, the flower-lover behind decorative interior design company, Ferris Heart Sloane!
Meet the Plant Whisperer
By Laine Fullerton
Meet Haylee Magendans, AKA The Plant Whisperer, and discover how plants can help you spark connection.
Meet Otao Kitchen
By Tiffany Fung
Don your apron at Otao Kitchen, be inspired to connect with food and celebrate flavours of the world, right in the heartDon your apron at Otao Kitchen, be inspired to connect with food and celebrate flavours of the world, right in the heart of Melbourne. ...
Celebrate the Holiday Season with Christmas Crafts in Melbourne
By Tiffany Fung
Get crafty with these fun Christmas activities in Melbourne! From wreath making to holiday baking, make festive memoriesGet crafty with these fun Christmas activities in Melbourne! From wreath making to holiday baking, make festive memories with creative workshops this year. ...
Creative Gift Ideas for Women Who Have Everything
By Kellie Maloney
From pouring paint and throwing clay to woodworking, here are 10 gifts the woman who has everything in Melbourne.
8 Xmas Party Ideas in Melbourne for Festive Fun
By Annie Symmonds
From cocktail classes to wreath-making, discover unique ideas for Christmas parties in Melbourne – perfect for teams,From cocktail classes to wreath-making, discover unique ideas for Christmas parties in Melbourne – perfect for teams, friends and families. ...
Feel-Good Gifts for Her to Boost Health and Happiness
By Tiffany Fung
Whether you’re after a bridal shower treat or a thoughtful birthday gift, these feel-good gifts for her are sure to leaveWhether you’re after a bridal shower treat or a thoughtful birthday gift, these feel-good gifts for her are sure to leave your special lady smiling. ...
11 Gifts for Guys Who Have Everything
By Jana Lepojevic
Stuck on gifts for guys who have everything? Discover 11 creative, fun experiences across Australia that make unforgettableStuck on gifts for guys who have everything? Discover 11 creative, fun experiences across Australia that make unforgettable presents. ...
Memorable Mother-Daughter Experiences That You Can Do Together
By ClassBento Team
Treat Mum to meaningful experiences! From art to cooking and more, these mother-daughter activities make perfect gifts forTreat Mum to meaningful experiences! From art to cooking and more, these mother-daughter activities make perfect gifts for Mum. ...
13 Unforgettable Experience Gift Cards in Australia
By Annie Symmonds
Discover thousands of unforgettable experience gift voucher ideas in Australia. Treat your favourite people to everythingDiscover thousands of unforgettable experience gift voucher ideas in Australia. Treat your favourite people to everything from pottery making to cake decorating. ...
Plan a Perfect Date in Melbourne with Pottery Classes
By Jana Lepojevic
Stuck on date night ideas for couples in Melbourne? Join a couples pottery class! Spend quality time with your significantStuck on date night ideas for couples in Melbourne? Join a couples pottery class! Spend quality time with your significant other at an intimate pottery studio. ...
The Ultimate Guide to Picking a 20 Year Anniversary Gift
By Tiffany Fung
Wondering what to get for your 20 year anniversary gift? Discover our selection of creative experiences to mark this incredibleWondering what to get for your 20 year anniversary gift? Discover our selection of creative experiences to mark this incredible milestone in your marriage. ...
The History of Kintsugi: The Art of Japanese Pottery Repair
By ClassBento Team
Kintsugi, which means golden joinery, is a Japanese method of ceramic repair that celebrates the beauty of imperfection.Kintsugi, which means golden joinery, is a Japanese method of ceramic repair that celebrates the beauty of imperfection. Discover more about this age-old craft – and try it for yourself! ...
The Most Unforgettable Christmas Gifts for Couples in 2025
By Annie Symmonds
Find unforgettable Christmas gifts for couples they'll absolutely love! From chocolate making to pottery, create memoriesFind unforgettable Christmas gifts for couples they'll absolutely love! From chocolate making to pottery, create memories they’ll treasure together. ...
7 Unique and Crafty Christmas Party Ideas for Adults
By Annie Symmonds
Step outside the box with these unique Christmas activities for adults in Australia. Keep reading to browse crafty ChristmasStep outside the box with these unique Christmas activities for adults in Australia. Keep reading to browse crafty Christmas party ideas for your creative colleagues! ...
Cheerful Xmas Work Party Ideas for Creative Colleagues
By Tiffany Fung
Want to treat your team to unique Christmas party ideas in Australia? Browse these Christmas activities for crafters, cooksWant to treat your team to unique Christmas party ideas in Australia? Browse these Christmas activities for crafters, cooks and cocktail-makers! ...
School Holiday Ideas in Melbourne: Kids Cooking Classes Will Work a Treat
By Sarah Hinds-Friedl
Keep your kids entertained these school holidays with cooking classes for kids in Melbourne! Cooking classes are fun andKeep your kids entertained these school holidays with cooking classes for kids in Melbourne! Cooking classes are fun and teach children valuable life skills ...
7 Pottery Classes in Melbourne You and Your Kids Will Love
By Grace Smith
Switch off the screens and switch into your creativity with pottery classes in Melbourne that you and your little one willSwitch off the screens and switch into your creativity with pottery classes in Melbourne that you and your little one will love! ...
11 Best Gifts for Dad in Australia in 2025
By Annie Symmonds
Find the best gifts for dad with our gift ideas! Celebrate Christmas, Father's Day and birthdays with arty experiences, crafts,Find the best gifts for dad with our gift ideas! Celebrate Christmas, Father's Day and birthdays with arty experiences, crafts, cooking classes and more. ...
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