date nights that are unique & memorable

Looking to mix things up? Turn your next date night into a culinary adventure at our sunny, Midtown studio for an evening where you cook, sip, and connect. We provide the ingredients, the tools, and the guidance, you bring your favorite drink and your partner. It's a chance to create a stunning meal together, meet new friends, and make memories in a space designed for joy. Whether it's a special anniversary or just a Tuesday you want to remember, Fennel is where your best date nights happen.

Questions? Check out our date night FAQ below or our general FAQ page. Contact us if that doesn’t do the trick.

Date Night Cooking Classes in St. Louis: Everything You Need to Know

Whether you're planning a first date, celebrating an anniversary, or just looking for something more interesting than dinner and a movie, Fennel's date night cooking classes give you a genuinely fun evening together in our Midtown St. Louis kitchen studio.

  • You and your partner work side by side to cook a full, restaurant-quality meal from scratch. Our instructor guides the class through every step, so no cooking experience is required. By the end of the evening, you'll sit down together and enjoy everything you made. It's interactive, low-pressure, and a lot more fun than a passive dinner out.

  • Not at all. Our classes are designed for all skill levels, including total beginners. The instructor walks everyone through the techniques as you go, so the focus is on having a great time together, not performing.

  • Our classes are open to the public, so you'll share the kitchen with other couples. It's a lively, social atmosphere, and most people find that's part of what makes it a great night out. If you'd prefer a private experience, we offer private group events you can book exclusively for your own group.

  • Yes. Fennel is BYOB, so bring whatever you like to drink. Whether that's a bottle of wine, a six-pack, or a pre-mixed cocktail, you're welcome to sip throughout the evening. We’ll have still and sparkling water for you to enjoy as N/A options as well.

  • Most classes run about two to three hours from start to finish, including cooking and eating together at the end.

  • Everything you need to cook: all ingredients, tools, equipment, and instruction. You just bring your drinks and yourselves.

  • Fennel Cooking Studio is located in Midtown St. Louis at 3043 Olive Street. Paid street parking is available nearby, and the studio is accessible from most parts of the city in under 20 minutes.

  • Browse our upcoming classes and register directly through this page. Spots fill up, especially on weekends, so booking in advance is recommended.

  • Take a look at the dietary accommodation notes on the class menu page or reach out before you book and we'll let you know which upcoming classes can accommodate your needs. Some menus are more flexible than others.

  • Honestly, yes. Cooking together gives you something to do with your hands, plenty to talk about, and a natural arc to the evening. It tends to cut through the awkwardness of a standard sit-down dinner and gives you a real shared experience to bond over.

  • Yes! Classes makes a great gift for anniversaries, Valentine's Day, birthdays, or any occasion where you want to give an experience instead of a thing. Gift cards are available through our website.