At Uniquely Local we are passionate about finding new and interesting food and drink experiences. Whether you are looking for an experience to taste, make something new or learn more about how your favourite food and drink is made, we have over 80 quirky food and drink experiences on offer. We have rounded up 10 of our most unusual food and drink experiences in Yorkshire which make ideal gifts for foodies!
Quirky Gifts for Yorkshire Foodies
Kelham Island beer and food tour in Sheffield
A fabulous gift for food and beer lovers this unique food and drink experience will introduce you to the real ale pubs of Kelham Island, Sheffield and the area’s rich brewing heritage.
The Food & Beer Tour focuses on beer brewed in Steel City and food pairings from some of the great local producers in the area.
Gelato ice cream making experience in the Yorkshire Dales
Calling all budding Willy Wonkas… let your imaginations go wild on this family gelato making experience. You will create your very own signature gelato ice cream at the ‘Udder One’ in the beautiful market town of Reeth in the Yorkshire Dales.
Upon arrival you will meet the ‘Chief Ice Cream Maker’ for your class and you and your children will be kitted out in chefs’ hats (hairnets for the adults as it makes them look silly!) and aprons – it’s going to get messy! You’ll work together with your family in a small class (max 8 people per group) to make your own delicious gelato ice cream from scratch using lots of lovely local milk.
Self Guided Street Food Tour in Leeds
The self-guided tour includes everything you’d get from a guided tour, apart from a tour guide!
You’ll enjoy generous tastings from six street food traders, discover venues you might not otherwise have found, and learn about the culinary history of Leeds, Yorkshire and beyond.
Introduction to chocolate making at York Cocoa Works
This half day chocolate masterclass is the perfect gift for all chocolate lovers. Discover the basics of chocolate making from working with the raw ingredients to making a ganache and professionally tempering the chocolate to create approximately 300g of tasty chocolate delights. Set in a chocolate factory in the heart of the chocolate city of York, this experience would be fantastic for any budding chocolatiers.
Three course lunch with wine near Richmond
Who wouldn’t want to experience a divine lunch for two served in Coghlans classical tearoom which is situated in the old coach house of Barningham Park. The grade II listed country house and 7,000 acre estate is located in the village of Barningham and was the setting for filming All Creatures Great and Small so if you’re a fan that’s an added bonus.
This is just a small selection of our unusual food and drink experiences in Yorkshire.
