Oyster & Cider Pairing | Valentine's Day Event | Matchmaking Festival

Sat Feb 14 2026 at 12:00 pm to 02:00 pm UTC-08:00

Benny Boy Brewing | Los Angeles

The Next Fun Thing
Publisher/HostThe Next Fun Thing
Oyster & Cider Pairing | Valentine's Day Event | Matchmaking Festival
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Guided oyster & cider pairing class w/ Perlitas and Benny Boy Sip 4 ciders, taste 8 oysters, learn the basics, and kick off Valentine's Day.
About this Event

We’re teaming up with local oyster legends, Perlitas, to bring you a delicious, romantic, and FUN Valentine’s Day Oysters & Cider pairing class at Benny Boy! We day dream of this bright and briny combo often, and what better time of year to share its magic with all of you than v-day itself! 


A $50 ticket gets you entry into this two hour pairing & tasting class, where we will sip and taste our way through a flight of four premium Perlitas oysters species expertly paired with four (5oz) tasters of Benny Boy fine cider (for a total of 8 oysters!). Lovers and singles alike, come on out and learn some chefy moves, enjoy some fine culinary delights, and get in the mood with everyone’s favorite aphrodisiac! 


This event kicks off our epic Matchmaking Festival with The Next Fun Thing (LA’s largest and only Valentine’s Day event with 1000+ singles and couples), so be sure to stick around after the class for a full line up of lovely dovey activities like tarot readings, mingling with hotties, line dancing, speed dating, modern matchmaking, raunchy games, cupid photo opps, and a DJ dance party to close out the night! 



What You Can Expect
  • A guided, interactive oyster & cider pairing class led by the pros at Perlitas and Benny Boy
  • Four premium Perlitas oyster varietals (8 oysters total) with tips on shucking, tasting, and appreciating flavor profiles
  • Four 5oz Benny Boy cider tastings, thoughtfully paired to highlight each oyster’s unique qualities
  • Chef insights, fun facts, and plenty of time to sip, slurp, and ask questions
  • A romantic but playful vibe, perfect for couples, singles, and anyone who loves a good aphrodisiacSeamless transition into The Next Fun Thing’s Valentine’s Matchmaking Festival, with access to post-class festivities including mingling, tarot, games, dancing, and more!

More info about the Matchmaking Festival here.


Agenda

🕑: 12:00 PM
Welcome & Settling In

Info: Check in, grab your seat, and get acquainted with Benny Boy’s space. We’ll kick things off with a quick welcome and overview of what’s to come.


🕑: 12:10 PM
Oyster & Cider 101

Info: Meet the experts from Perlitas and Benny Boy! Learn the basics of oyster varietals, sourcing, tasting notes, and why cider is the perfect pairing.


🕑: 12:25 PM
Guided Pairing Experience

Info: Sip and slurp your way through four oyster varietals, each paired with a 5oz cider tasting. Expect chef tips, tasting techniques, fun facts, and time to savor each pairing.


🕑: 01:45 PM
Open Tasting, Q&A + Mingling

Info: Revisit your favorites, ask questions, chat with your neighbors, and soak up the Valentine’s vibes.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Benny Boy Brewing, 1821 Daly Street, Los Angeles, United States

Tickets

USD 54.09

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