Top France Food & Drink Classes in 2026

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.

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.

Find out how to prepare famous French delicacies—and learn far more than you would by simply eating them in a restaurant—during this small-group cooking class in the Montmartre district of Paris. Step into a working kitchen, sample 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 make your own.

We receive small groups. You ask all your questions, even the ones you don't dare ask elsewhere, and the tasting adapts to everyone's level, from newbie to experienced amateur. You are tasting in a real downtown cellar, open since 2004, and not in a visitor room. Around you, the bottles we sell every day: family estates and independent winemakers from Burgundy. The house is run by Adrien Tirelli, Master Caviste. Every team member is an Ambassador of the Burgundy Vineyard Climates, a title that guarantees you professional expertise throughout the tasting. Around you, over 1,000 wines and spirits. If a wine you tasted pleased you, you can order it, with delivery and tax-free service at export depending on your destination. The 4 wines are served from the village appellation to the Grand Cru. You don't read the difference between the Climats, you taste it.

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.

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.

Macarons are a firm French favorite, but they are notoriously difficult to make. This small-group class in Paris pairs you with a professional pâtissier who teaches you the secrets to getting them right. Whip the meringue and pipe the shells and choose classic or seasonal flavors for your fillings, then box up your creations to enjoy.

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. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included.

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.

We receive small groups. You ask all your questions, even the ones you don't dare ask elsewhere, and the tasting adapts to everyone's level, from newbie to experienced amateur. You are tasting in a real downtown cellar, open since 2004, and not in a visitor room. Around you, the bottles we sell every day: family estates and independent winemakers from Burgundy. The house is run by Adrien Tirelli, Master Caviste. Every team member is an Ambassador of the Burgundy Vineyard Climates, a title that guarantees you professional expertise throughout the tasting. Around you, over 1,000 wines and spirits. If a wine you tasted pleased you, you can order it, with a tax-free service for export depending on your destination. The 4 wines are served from the village appellation to the Grand Cru. You don't read the difference between the Climats, you taste it.

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.

There’s no need to travel all around France to sample the country’s renowned wines—this wine-tasting experience lets you develop your palate without leaving Marseille. Visit a popular local wine shop and enjoy a guided wine-tasting experience led by an experienced wine trader and importer. Choose to focus on Provence wines, taste the different French wine regions, or compare French and world wines during a unique tasting tailored to your group.

The baguette and classic financier are staples of French cuisine, and this small-group cooking class teaches you how to make them from scratch. Head to a working Parisian bakery to shape dough and laminate pastry under the watchful eye of your instructor, and sample a range of breads and cakes as they come out of the oven.

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 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.

Tables at Madame Brasserie, on the Eiffel Tower’s first level, are in demand, and arriving without a reservation can mean missing out. Prebook a 3- or 4-course dinner, with elevator access to the first level included when you arrive. Before or after your meal, use your free time to take in the views from the first level.

Learn how to prepare the perfect flakey croissant during a small-group baking class in Paris. While you’ll be using professional techniques, no previous baking experience is required, only a love of pastries. With a small class size, you get the personalized attention of your instructor, so you don’t miss a single step. Once the baking process is complete, enjoy your creation with the rest of the class.

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.

Discover the art of macaron baking from a Le Cordon Bleu Paris-trained chef during a small-group pastry class in Paris. No prior patisserie experience is required for this hands-on workshop, with all bakers welcome. This intimate experience is ideal for solo travelers, couples, and groups alike. Throughout the class, you’ll enjoy personalized one-on-one attention from your chef, ensuring you learn the necessary steps to prepare professional-level macarons back home.

In a charming Parisian bakery near Notre Dame, a French baking expert guides you through creating delicious desserts that you’ll be proud of. This small-group, hands-on class reveals the secrets of either flaky croissants, perfect baguettes, and pastries, or French macarons (depending on the option chosen). Enjoy tastings that highlight France's flavors while learning the stories behind its famous baked goods.

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, bypass the long ticket line and go straight to the elevator. Enjoy free time to explore the tower’s first level after your meal.

Discovering the world of French wine while in Nice. This small-group wine-tasting experience takes you on a journey through the French wine regions, learning about their history, production processes, and best wines. While tasting a selection of eight fine wines, including white, red, and sparkling, you'll learn to appreciate the wonderful diversity of French wine.

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.