Top France Dining Experiences

Passionate about travel and architecture, Céline and Yvan ZEYSSOLFF have set themselves the goal of democratizing one of France's finest heritages: WINE. The estate is no longer used solely as a working tool, but as a place for sharing, where wine is told through a family and regional history. This estate, rich in history and heritage, is a place for sharing, where wine enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts come away enriched not only culturally but also emotionally. It's an old family winery dating back to 1850, where history meets modernity! The immersive cellar experience is unique in France! You'll taste 5 Alsace wines and leave with a picnic basket to enjoy in the vineyards or at home! Children welcome! The visit is free for them, so come along without registering! However, if you register your children, they will also receive a picnic basket.

Wander the streets of Montmartre like a local on this walking tour of one of Paris’ most picturesque neighborhoods. Join your local guide and find hidden gems including castles, churches, and courtyards, and learn about the history of the area. Later, join your host for an authentic, home-cooked lunch full of French delicacies and local produce on their own private terrace.

One of the most celebrated French desserts is the macaron—a delicate, colorful cookie that's as Parisian as the Eiffel Tower. Uncover the secrets of this tasty dessert with this family-friendly baking experience. You don your apron, and join your kids on this culinary adventure, where you learn how to prepare macaron shells, filled with a delicious jelly. Best of all—when you're done—you can taste the cookies that you create.

See D-Day through the eyes of Canadian troops on a full-day, small-group tour of Normandy with convenient round-trip transport from Paris. In addition to navigating, your guide provides little-known facts and anecdotes about landmarks relevant to Canadians, including Juno Beach, the Canadian Cemetery, and the Canada House. As you go, pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives, and learn about pivotal World War II conflicts and campaigns.

Treat yourself to a unique French cooking class set inside the famous Les Halles Market of Avignon. Under the guidance of a master chef, you’ll create a menu using ingredients from the market itself, and then cook them to eat for lunch. If eating (not cooking) is more your thing, you can select a tasting-only option that includes a market visit, samples, and a cooking demonstration by the chef.

Don’t just drink wine in Paris—blend your own during this winemaking workshop. In an 18th-century royal wine cellar in the heart of the city, learn how to create your own wine and design a personalized label with an experienced winemaker. Taste different grape varietals to select the ones you like, and then take your bottle with you at the end of class.

The buttery croissant is a staple in French bakeries. Learn how to make this local favorite yourself during a 3-hour cooking class in the captial of French cuisine: Paris. With assistance from your expert instructor you'll learn the tricks to making a fluffy, flaky and perfecty folded croissant every time. Still hungry? Try your hand at making pain au chocolat. You'll have an opportunity to sample your fresh-from-oven results when they're through baking, along with some hot coffee or tea.

Experience a unique sightseeing tour in a vintage Citroen 2CV car with a driver dressed in a classic Saint James outfit. With your private guide, admire Paris sights, including the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Moulin Rouge, from the passenger seat of the classic French car. Exploring Paris with your own wheels means you can cover more ground, so add on atmospheric neighborhoods such as Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Montmartre.

Taste Paris's sweeter side on this private and personalized pastry and dessert tour of the beautiful Marais neighborhood. As you explore, your foodie local host will tell you all about French desserts and their significance in local culinary traditions. Your tour will take you to different food stops where you might taste eclairs, waffles, crepes Suzette, macarons, lemon tarts, and French coffee.

Spend a day in the countryside on a full-day tour from Nice. See the scenic beauty for yourself, from verdant vineyards to dramatic rocky cliffs. With your knowledgeable guide, stop in the scented town of Grasse. Tour the well-known Fragonard Perfumery. Visit the towns of Gourdon and Valbonne, before heading back to Nice. Tour group size is limited to eight people to ensure personalized attention from your guide.

Take a private and personalized tour of Montmartre and its culinary delights on a stroll through the bohemian neighborhood. With so much to see—and eat—it’s easy to get lost in the crowd. With a local gourmand host, you’re introduced to tastings of 10 different sweet and savory French treats. Plus, you can tailor your tour to suit your tastes and dietary requirements.

Settle in for an elegant 3-course lunch on this leisurely Seine River cruise. As you enjoy your meal prepared on board with locally sourced ingredients, admire the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and other top attractions from your table facing the UNESCO-listed riverbank. Listen to traditional French music by accordion and enjoy more views from the open-air upper deck.

From light and tangy macarons to rich éclairs, France is known around the world for its pastries and desserts. Learn the secret of making authentic French pastries on this half-day small-group cooking class in Lyon presented by a professional chef. You’ll get to take home everything you make, so you can share with your friends and family.

Delve into Burgundy’s wine capital and sample some of the flavors for which the region is famous on this 2-hour winery visit with tasting in Beaune. Visit the ageing cellars and admire the many barrels of wine slowly maturing in the cool depths. Wander through workshops where automated robots follow traditional winemaking techniques. Watch projections on giant screens and gain insight into the ways the region’s winemaking processes have evolved over the years. Finish your tour with a tasting session and sample three of the finished wines for yourself.

Head out on a 2-hour foodie tour of Aix-en-Provence, exploring the best local flavors and regional specialities. Sample meats, cheese, chocolates, macarons, and wine at spots around the city, each handpicked by a local. Learn the history behind each delicacy and make the most of your stay with insider tips on the best restaurants to visit.

Skip the tourist spots in Nice and discover the city's traditional culinary scene on this small-group evening food tour. Try dishes chosen and prepared by locals in locations around Vieux Nice and the Promenade des Anglais, including tapenade, socca, and pissaladière. Enjoy enough tastings to make up a full meal, making this a great alternative to a traditional sit-down dinner.

The French Riviera may be known for the jet set and their yachts, but exploring the Mediterranean coast by boat doesn’t have to break the bank. Spend the day on your own chartered boat—equipped with shaded areas, a stereo, and a shower—during this VIP-style private cruise. Explore secluded beaches and get vistas only reachable from the water, all while enjoying onboard snacks, alcoholic beverages, and even snorkeling gear.

Enjoy a typical Alsatian meal alongside a tasting of five different wines from the estate. The meal is served in the wine cellars themselves, and includes dishes you may never have heard of, such as kougelhopf (a circular cake with a hole in the middle), and a sort of Alsatian yogurt. Discover the history of winemaking and see the traditional wooden barrels in convivial company.

A must for visiting gourmets, this intimate tasting session will introduce you to the highlight cheeses of France, as well as decadent Bordeaux wines. Come prepared with an appetite: you’ll venture into the restaurant’s “Cave of 100 Cheeses,” and will enjoy nibbles of several different French cheeses. You’ll also indulge in tastings of three different local wines to go alongside.

Visit the Julien Chopin house and sample local champagne and ratafia (a type of fortified wine) with this lunch experience. Then you'll sit down to an included lunch, complete with champagne and ratafia pairings.

Grab four or more friends and take a seat at the table for a relaxed and social wine tasting at a wine cave in Carcassonne’s old town. Lasting around one and half hours, a knowledgeable wine expert will walk you through a sensory smorgasbord of fine wines accompanied by local side dishes. Learn about the history of winemaking from Roman times to the present day and be pleasantly surprised by the local varieties of wine as you experience six different drops. Tastings can be delivered in English, French, or Spanish.

Make magical memories of Christmas in the City of Lights as you savor a gourmet 3-course lunch including a home-made French Yule log, with wine, cheese, tea or coffee aboard a classic Bateaux-Mouche cruise. Soak up sights such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral as you glide along the Seine through a sleepy Paris to the sound of live music. Take home a special card to commemorate the day.

There’s more to French cooking today than foie gras and heavy cream sauces. Learn how French families eat from your foodie host on this intimate private encounter. First, explore the farmers market, meet stallholders, discover the finest local organic produce, and shop for ingredients. Next, return to your host’s chic apartment, watch her prepare a globally influenced modern French feast, then share your meal at the dining table with wine.

Aix-en-Provence is renowned for its gastronomy, but knowing where to find the best sweet and savory treats takes insider knowledge. Get a local’s introduction to the city during this small-group lunch crawl. Roam through bustling street markets and down picturesque alleys on the hunt for tastings like lavender ice cream and the anchovy-based dip, anchoïade. Listen to fun, informative stories along the way—and in between bites.