Top France Food & Drink Classes

Indulge in a true gourmet French experience: preparing, cooking, and enjoying your own 3-course meal. Choose between a 4.5- or 6-hour Paris culinary course (a 1.5-hour market visit is optional) then set out to learn the tricks and techniques of French cooking. An instructor will help you through the steps of creating an appetizer, main dish, and dessert. French wine is also included with your gourmet lunch.

Enjoy the fun and delight of making macarons in an engaging Parisian pastry class, perfect for families and kids! Led by expert pastry chefs, this hands-on experience lets you and your loved ones discover the art of crafting these delectable French treats. Designed for all ages, this class offers a memorable, interactive adventure where you can bond while learning the secrets of French baking. Plus, you’ll get to take home your delicious creations as a sweet keepsake to remember your time together.

Learn how to cook like a local, from a local, by signing up for this Mediterranean cooking class in the home of local culinary enthusiast with the host. Your host will teach you how to make traditional French Mediterranean fare using local ingredients, which you'll then sit down to enjoy together. Your host will be on hand to give you tips, not just about cooking, but also about Nice.

Don’t just nibble croissants and pains au chocolat during your trip to Paris—bake them yourself during this hands-on, small-group pastry class. Head to the professional kitchen (conveniently located in central Paris), meet your chef instructor, and enjoy a hot beverage. Then, it’s time to roll up your sleeves: you’ll learn the step-by-step secrets to making perfectly laminated dough, and will enjoy your own homemade treats at the end.

Get the authentic French culinary experience with a small-group cooking class in a private Parisian apartment. Head to the centrally-located home and get ready to learn — and eat! Meet your local chef instructor, gather ingredients on an optional market tour, and discover the fundamentals of preparing classic French dishes such as soufflé, cod mouclade, and chocolate fondant. Then prepare and savor delicious dishes with fellow food lovers.

Beaune is the gateway to the Burgundy wine region, but you don’t have to travel far from the city to sample its famous wines. This private tasting experience is guided by a professional sommelier and custom-made just for you and your group. Sample a hand-picked selection of seven red and white wines, all of them Premier Cru or Grand Cru classified, and learn how to identify the different varietals, producers, and terroir.

Feast on gourmet French cuisine from the best vantage point in Paris, with lunch at the Eiffel Tower’s Madame Brasserie restaurant. This experience is perfect for couples, friends, or families looking for a unique way to commemorate their vacation in France. Upon arrival, you’ll bypass the long ticket line and go straight to the elevator. Enjoy free time to explore the tower’s first level after your meal.

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.

Discover how to prepare famous French delicacies–and learn far more than by simply eating them in a restaurant–on this small-group cooking class in the Montmartre district of Paris. Step inside a working kitchen, sample a variety of savory and sweet treats, and learn the history of baguettes and croissants from a local baker before rolling up your sleeves and getting hands-on as you prepare your own.

Don't just savor croissants during your Parisian getaway—learn insider tips and tricks for mastering them yourself during this hands-on, small-group cooking class. Perfect for visiting cooks and food lovers looking to learn, this class is hosted by an experienced pastry chef. Explore the different techniques of croissant-making, and even have the chance to prepare special versions. Afterwards, enjoy your treats—and your enviable new skills.

You don’t have to spend an entire day visiting wineries to learn the secrets of France’s world-famous Champagne. This compact tasting experience is ideal for wine lovers short on time. Make your own way to the Premier Cru winery just outside Reims, admire the mountain views as you stroll through the vineyards, then sip three handpicked Champagnes during an Expert-led tasting as you learn all about the Champagne-making process.

Held in one of Paris’s trendiest neighborhoods, Les Batignolles, this is not just a hands-on cooking class but a fully immersive culinary experience led by a former Cordon Bleu instructor. Unlike many Parisian workshops that emphasize demonstrations, this hands-on class ensures every guest actively participates in preparing each dish from start to finish. With a maximum of six participants, the intimate setting allows for personalized guidance, making it ideal for mastering authentic techniques. While the focus is on classic French cuisine, guests can also explore Colombian or Asian flavors upon request. After cooking, guests sit together to enjoy the gourmet meal they have created. Each participant leaves with a deeper culinary understanding, a certificate of accomplishment, and a cookbook featuring all the class recipes. This class is for person aged 16 and older. No children please.

Le Clos Corbier a traditional Champagne house in the winemaking village of Mareuil-sur-Ay. Start the tour with a visit of the cellars, take part in an expert-led Champagne tasting class and enjoy a delicious lunch with your local hosts. Sample a selection of Champagnes from small producers, then sit down for a 3-course Champagne lunch of traditional French cuisine.

France might be most renowned for its wine, but the Alsace region is equally famous for its beer. Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast or just want to learn how Strasbourg’s German heritage has influenced the local drinking culture, this tasting tour will teach you everything you need to know about local beer. Sample various craft beers, learn about artisan beer production, plus enjoy happy hour prices after the tour.

Cooking classes can be a great way to learn about a country’s culture, but not many let you navigate the markets where the food is bought too. Learn about Lyon cuisine on this half-day small-group experience, by exploring Lyon’s Croix Rousse Market and taking part in a cooking class before enjoying an authentic 4-course French lunch paired with cheese and wine.

Learn how to make delicious macarons from a professional chef with this small-group class for up to seven people. Your instructor will provide you with everything you need to make delectable macarons—including equipment and ingredients—and equip you with the necessary skills to make the celebrated French treat at home.

These courses are designed to offer a user-friendly, personalized experience. These are real moments of sharing and exchange. I show them that baking is an art accessible to everyone. I teach different baking techniques, and I give a lot of tips. Pastry is a passion and the joy of passing on to others is above all a lot of fun. Courses are given in French and can also be given in English. Private lessons from 2 people.

Uncover the secrets of authentic French cuisine during a private cooking class with a local chef. Get hands-on in the home kitchen of your host as you create a selection of seasonal Mediterranean dishes using fresh produce from the market. Learn expert tips and techniques that will help you recreate your favorite recipes at home, then sit down to enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch or dinner paired with regional wines.

Unique experiences to discover Corsican wines by passionate & authentic guide. Her knowledge will take you on a journey through the most interesting grape varieties around the AOP Patrimonio. You will get a unique insight look of whats behind a bottle of wine. You will get to taste different wines from vineyards, learn about the history of winemaking and learn how Corsica became one of the most interesting wine region in France. We will visit wineries, and wine cellars, you’ll learn about Corsican history and the challenges that the wine industry is facing with the climate change. Picnic in the vines made with local and seasonal products in a peaceful surrounding.

Learn the art of French baking with a hands-on class at a renowned boulangerie in Paris. Learn how to create baguettes, croissants, and pain au chocolat with a skilled baker. Families and foodies will love this small-group exercise that lets you roll, knead, and bake like a pro. Enjoy a classic French breakfast and take home a freshly made baguette.

France is world-renowned for its delicious cheese and butter, and this hands-on workshop lets you dive into the country’s cheesemaking and butter-making heritage. Visit a traditional local ‘fromagerie’ (cheese shop), “Paroles de Fromagers”, meet the cheesemakers, and learn the secrets of cheese and butter making during a fun and interactive workshop. Finally, sample some of the delicious cheeses paired with French wine.

Learn all about wine in one of the world's most famous wine cities with this experience. You'll head to a local wine bar, where your expert instructor will go over the basics of wine production and terminology and let you in on some tricks of the trade. Throughout the course of your experience, you'll taste three different wines, served with charcuterie.

Securing dinner inside the Eiffel Tower often means managing separate reservations and entry tickets. This experience brings everything together with elevator access to the first floor, time to explore the tower, and a reserved table at Madame Brasserie. Enjoy a three-course or tasting menu with beverages included, designed by Chef Thierry Marx, all while soaking in views of the Parisian skyline.