Must Book Food and Drink Events for September 2025
Looking for something deliciously different to do this September? You’re in luck. Whether you’re a passionate foodie, a cocktail connoisseur, or simply on the hunt for a fun way to spend a weekend with friends, we’ve got you covered.
This month, we’ve curated a selection of the most exciting, exclusive, and sometimes even free food and drink events taking place across the country. From bustling city pop-ups and immersive tasting experiences to hidden gems tucked away off the beaten path, September is brimming with flavour, creativity, and opportunities to indulge your taste buds.
So, whether you’re eager to sample limited-edition menus, discover emerging culinary talent, or sip on expertly crafted drinks in unique settings, these are the events you won’t want to miss. Grab your calendar and get ready to savour every bite and sip the month has to offer.
Chapel Down
Wine & Dine Experience at Chapel Down Vineyard
When: Every Wednesday and Sunday throughout October (and the rest of the year)
Time: 11:30am-3:30pm
Location: Tenterden, Kent
Price: £110 pp
A new experience for Chapel Down - their Wine & Dine invites guests to explore England’s flourishing wine scene through a guided vineyard and winery tour, a tutored tasting of award-winning wines, and a three-course dining experience at The Swan, Chapel Down’s acclaimed 2 AA rosette restaurant.
Island Poké
Island Poké - Island Hopping: Run Club
When: 6th September
Time: 9am-11am
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Price: £29 pp
Start your day with an energising morning in Canary Wharf, with a 6km run led by the expert team at Cadence, designed to challenge and connect runners of all levels. Post-run, step into ARC for a guided free-flow recovery. To round out the morning, refuel with fresh, nourishing bowls from Island Poke and take home an exclusive gift bag curated just for attendees.
The Recovery Bowl is packed with anti-inflammatory and gut-friendly ingredients to help you recharge post-workout. Choose from Island Poké’s signature brown rice or mixed greens base, with salmon, avocado, kimchi, edamame and seaweed toppings, finished with a miso and turmeric dressing. The Recovery Bowl will also be available in-store for three months, with a special bundle including a Cadence drink.
Book here.
Gin Mare | The Campaner
Gin Mare x The Campaner Supper Club
When: 9th September + 30th September
Time: various times
Location: Chelsea Barracks, London
Price: from £25 pp
Indulge in a curated Mediterranean dining experience, paired with expertly crafted Gin Mare cocktails. Hosted in The Campaner’s beautiful Olive Tree dining section over three large tables (two tables of 15 guests and one table of 10 guests). Guests will enjoy a specially designed three-course pairing meal, with each course thoughtfully coupled to enhance and complement the flavours of the cuisine and the cocktails.
LUNA Omakase
LUNA Omakase x Château Mercian Exlusive Japanese Wine Pairing
When: 9th September - 30th September
Time: various times
Location: Liverpool Street, London
Price: £230 pp
LUNA Omakase is partnering with Château Mercian for a 12 seated, 12 course menu inspired by the 12 phases of the moon. You can expect theatre, mystery and artistry; blending tradition with innovation through a reimgained Sosaku-style Edomae cuisine alongside 4 hand-selected award-winning Japanese wines.
Book here.
The Whisky Exchange | Great Portland Street
The Whisky World Tour with Joel Harrison
When: 10th September
Time: 7:30pm-9:30pm
Location: Great Portland Street, London
Price: £40 pp
The Whisky Exchange is delighted to welcome Joel Harrison back to host a tasting in honour of his new book, The Whisky World Tour. Taste five hand-chosen whiskies as you celebrate the new book which goes beyond the glass to discover 52 of the very best whisky visitor experiences open to the public, around the globe.
Book here.
Pilgrims Choice Pop-Up
When: 12th September - 14th September
Time: 10am-6pm
Location: Millennium Square, Bristol
Price: FREE
Pilgrims Choice pop-up will offer free samples of some weird but wonderful flavour combinations, encouraging Bristolians to snack more adventurously and to prove that even the most unexpected pairings deserve a place at the table These include some trusty favourites to bolder creations: Honey and mustard, Kimchi and carbs, Cheese and jalapeno, Pistachio and chocolate
The London Bridge Distillery School
American Whiskey Blending with Barrell Craft Spirits
When: 18th September
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: The London Bridge Distillery School, London
Price: £120 pp
In this masterclass session you will explore the rich history of whiskey in America while tasting some of their ground breaking blends and have a go at creating your own whiskeys using four exclusive cask samples shipped straight from the states. You’ll then be bottling these unique blends in 200ml bottles for you to take home.
Each attendee will receive a full masterclass on how to blend American Whiskey, including a 200ml bottle or whiskey blended by the attendee take home
Book here.
Fenchurch
Bordeaux Wine Dinner at Fenchurch, Sky Garden
When: 25th September
Time: 6:30pm-10:30pm
Location: Sky Garden, London
Price: £185.50 pp
This exclusive dinner has just 14 seats available, offering a rare opportunity to explore some of the finest red wines, guided by our expert hosts. Your ticket includes a curated five-course Tasting Menu by Chef Kerth Gumbs, expertly paired with the best of Bordeaux wines, hosted by our wine experts in Fenchurch Restaurant’s private dining room. Enjoy complimentary access to Sky Garden’s bars and Music Night on Level 35 to continue the celebration.
Book here.
The Whisky Exchange
Beer & Brewing Barrel-Top Tasting
When: 25th September
Time: 7:30pm-9:30pm
Location: The Whisky Exchange, London
Price: £10 pp
Taste through the selection of delicious beers available at The Whisky Exchange with the knowledgeable team. This is a fantastic chance to meet the passionate people who make some of the wilder, and we dare say weirder, beer styles that are out there. Whether yours is a pint of pale ale, or maybe a schooner of sours or even a half of export stout this tasting will bring together some of the most exciting brewers we work with.
Our barrel-top tastings are a more informal way to learn more about the world of drinks, letting you pick and choose your own way through the drinks being poured at your own pace.
Book here.
Cal Byerley | Ian Waller | Chet Sharma
BiBi & friends: Chet Sharma x Cal Byerley & Ian Waller
When: 29th September
Time: 6-9pm
Location: BiBi, London
Price: £195 pp
Chef Chet Sharma is hosting the third collaboration of the BiBi & Friends series, welcoming chefs Cal Byerley and Ian Waller from Pine. The menu will celebrate the beginning of Autumn and the season’s produce, with Cal and Ian highlighting the best of the Northumberland larder, and Chet drawing on his close relationships with farmers and fishermen across the UK. The dish list will include some classics from each restaurant, including Scallop Nimbu Panifrom BiBi and Tomato, Fennel Pollen & Strawberry from Pine
Sponsored by Veuve Clicquot your ticket includes a welcome drink, with an optional wine or non-alcoholic pairing available on request.
Seats for the dinner are limited and will go live on Wednesday, 3rd of September via the BiBi newsletter, which you can subscribe to here.