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Looking to spice up Mother's Day in 2024? Skip the traditional flowers and cards and treat Mum to an unforgettable experience with our selection of beer and BBQ gift experiences for Mum in Melbourne! If your mum is more at home flipping burgers than sipping champagne, these unique Mother's Day gift ideas are sure to hit the spot. Ditch the usual routine and surprise her with an adventure that promises fun, laughter and a chance to bond over something truly special.
Gone are the days of predictable presents—this year, give Mum the gift of memories with an experience she'll cherish forever. While flowers may wilt and cards can be forgotten, the skills learned and laughter shared during a hands-on workshop will endure for years to come. We know nothing beats quality time spent with loved ones, which is why we've curated a collection of BBQ experiences for Mum that are perfect for creating lasting connections.
From lessons in smoking meat to hands-on BBQ classes led by expert chefs, there's something for every Mum to enjoy in Melbourne. Drink beers and grill meat together and revel in one of Australia's best pastimes. Break tradition and give Mum a gift she'll never forget. Discover the joy of experience gifts and make this year's celebration truly unforgettable.
Almost all of our classes in Melbourne are designed for beginners, so you can feel completely comfortable knowing you’re in the same boat as everyone else. Meet like-minded people and enjoy getting out of your comfort zone. By the end of our classes, we hope your mum will feel empowered to continue with the skills she’s learnt at home. She might even consider taking up some of our other classes to bring out her creative side which will improve her overall health and wellness.
Let us help you find some awesome Mother’s Day gift ideas so you can show your appreciation this year.
Enjoy beers and grilled meats at a BBQ cooking class
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at a three-hour beer and BBQ cooking class in Melbourne. Expect to learn everything there is to know about how to use the barbeque correctly to make the most out of your meats, in this fun and engaging class.
You’ll be taught how to make a delicious four-course gourmet barbeque dinner, guided by a local expert chef and grilling master. Expect to make BBQ half shell scallops, Jamaican beer-can chicken, Cape grim scotch fillet and finish with a delectable dark and white chocolate lava pudding. Sounds delicious right?
Learn so many invaluable tips and tricks you won’t find in a recipe book and find out how to cook meat on the BBQ as the pros do. You’ll learn where to buy the best cuts of meat in Melbourne, the correct tools to use as well as everything there is to know about delicious, melt-in-the-mouth marinades.
Don’t forget the beer element too! You’ll enjoy a beer on arrival and will sample two other local craft beers to enjoy while you learn how to cook with a fun, like-minded group. At the end of the class, everyone will sit down together and will enjoy the restaurant-worthy meals you’ve just created.
Throw another shrimp on the barbie
Many people assume a BBQ class in Melbourne means men standing around cooking steak. Fear not, this beautiful BBQ seafood class shows that anyone can work that flame and create mouth-watering dishes. Guided by a passionate cook, this class is one of the most unique gift experiences for Mum, especially if she loves her seafood.
In this fun and exciting BBQ seafood class in Melbourne, you’ll learn tips and tricks from the experts and never cook dry seafood meals again. You’ll learn how to cook seafood perfectly every single time, and you’ll gain confidence in knowing how to marinade the fish in various different ways.
Expect to learn how to make BBQ king prawns with Spice Tailor tandoori and seasoned banana sambal, as well as hot smoked salmon with orange and honey. At the end of the class, you’ll sit together and eat the delicious meal you’ve just made. Spend time with your mum in this class and continue cooking on the barbeque together when you get home.
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Smoke meats American style
Book your mum the ultimate Mother’s Day BBQ cooking class and learn absolutely everything there is to know in an American smoking BBQ cooking class. Americans sure know how to use a barbeque like no other, and you will too after you’ve finished the class.
Taught by a local expert, expect to learn the cooking techniques of the South from states such as Texas, Kansas, Carolina and Memphis. Learn how to make a three-course meal with BBQ favourites such as; Memphis style pulled pork, Texas-style low and slow cape grim brisket, smoked corn and so much more!
In this unique cooking class, you’ll learn brand new recipes you can use back home, where to find the best ingredients in Melbourne, how to marinate your meats and of course, how to set the temperature correctly to make the most amazing flavours the whole family will love.
After BBQ food with a bit more kick? Spice things up with a South American BBQ cooking class and discover lip-smacking flavours from Brazil, Argentina and Peru. Not only will you discover how to cook a delicious banquet meal, but you’ll also learn about all the regional cooking styles that make these dishes unique. Finish the session off with a sweet treat and return home feeling completely satisfied.
After a fun-filled day, continue your new cooking skills together as a family and make mealtimes more exciting, creating lovely memories together.
While there are so many BBQ cooking classes in Melbourne to discover, we hope you love some of these ideas to give your mum a unique Mother’s Day present she’ll really love. Here’s to spending more time with the people you love the most in the world and trying something fun and new!
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Brunswick
1 to 40 guests
$165
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