COOKING CLASSES WITH A MARKET TOUR IN FRANCE
Good cooking classes with a market tour in France fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 6 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Spend 4.5 or 6 hours at Le Foodist with chefs such as Fred, Luke, Luc, or Paolo. The longer option adds coffee, a croissant, and a Latin Quarter market visit with cheese tasting before you prepare and eat a three-course French lunch with wine.
“It was wonderful and Luke was an amazing teacher! We learned so much, and thoroughly enjoyed the entire day!”
Spend 4.5 or 6 hours with an English-speaking chef at Le Foodist, preparing a three-course French meal in a small group of up to 12. The longer option adds a Latin Quarter market visit. Chefs such as Luc, Frédéric, Paolo, and Fred teach practical techniques, with wine, cheese, recipes, and dinner included.
“I recently celebrated my 50th birthday week with my daughter at Le Foodiste, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. We joined a small group for a three-course cooking class, and the entire experience from the food to the instruction to the facility was exceptional. The chef’s guidance was clear, patient, and inspiring. I learned so many new techniques and even conquered something I had been hesitant to try before: using a mandoline. The joy of mastering that, alongside my daughter, made the evening unforgettable. The facility itself was welcoming and well-equipped, creating the perfect environment for learning and celebrating. The intimate group size allowed us to connect with the…”
Spend six hours with an English-speaking chef at Le Foodist, starting with coffee and a croissant before visiting a Latin Quarter market. Choose fresh ingredients, prepare a four-course French meal, and sit down with wine and cheese. Chefs such as Luke, Fred, Luc, and Paulo teach practical techniques in a small, friendly group.
“Great day with Chef Frederick. Lovely group of people and great food and wine. Learnt some helpful strategies and recipes that we will definitely use.”
Spend a 4.5-hour morning with a Parisian chef, visiting a local French market before preparing and tasting a three-course meal. Classes are taught in English or French, limited to eight people, and suit beginners as well as experienced cooks. Recipes are sent by email so you can repeat the dishes at home.
“I so loved this experience. It has been the absolute highlight of my trip. Chef Marthe is so loveley and she made the day memorable. Thank you”
Meet Alexia in Annecy for a private market walk, then follow her to a Bohemian-chic apartment for a cooking demonstration and wine-paired lunch. You will shop for seasonal ingredients, watch three dishes come together in a small home kitchen, and learn about modern French cooking. Choose the market, cooking, and meal combination that suits you.
“Alexia was very nice and very informative. She took us through the market for things she needed to prepare the meal once we got to her cozy apartment. Food was fantastic. I highly recommend this fun adventure!”
Join an English-speaking chef from Le Foodist for a hands-on Paris cooking class. You will prepare and eat a four-course French dinner, taste wine and cheese, and learn practical techniques. Choose the 6-hour option to shop for ingredients in the Latin Quarter market with Chef Luc or Chef Paolo before cooking.
“Such a fantastic experience and a perfect way to celebrate our anniversary while experiencing Paris like locals. Very hands on and relaxed, it truly felt like cooking with friends in a wonderful atmosphere. The market visit was fascinating, especially learning about cheeses. Chef Luc was absolutely amazing, incredibly kind, knowledgeable and passionate. He explained everything so clearly, involved us in every step, and was very flexible with dietary preferences. The six hours flew by without us even noticing, and the dinner we prepared was absolutely delicious. Cooking while tasting wine and sampling cheeses made it even more special. Highly recommended!”
