Top France Food & Drink Classes - page 5

We'll cook together recipes that have been passed down through generations of my Provençal family. My mother, my grandmothers, and also my father and grandfathers each had their favorite ones. It's a simple, hearty cuisine based on quality seasonal and local products from producers who have often become friends. As a farmer, I grow almonds and Provençal herbs (rosemary, thyme, savory, and oregano), and we'll use my almonds and pick the Provençal herbs for the preparation. Most of these recipies can be adapted to Vegetarian, Vegan and lactose intolerant Talking Provence culture, history, people and interact with people is one of the reason I decided to open my kitchen to prepare and share our lunch or diner. let yourself be tempted

Step back in time with a culinary twist! Experience the charm of a historic Bordeaux apartment while preparing elegant and timeless French recipes made vegan- hosted by a cookbook author. Add on the market tour and enjoy a coffee and croissant with me before shopping for our ingredients like a local.

Take a deep dive into Provence’s olive oil history and culture with this exclusive experience at a Gordes olive estate. Tour the groves with your hosts to learn about olive cultivation, then enjoy a guided olive oil-tasting workshop to discern different flavors and tips for pairing with food. Blend your own custom oil, pick up tips on how to prepare traditional French vinaigrette dressing, and feast on local charcuterie, olives, and tapenade paired with wine.

Create a sumptuous Christmas dinner using France’s rich culinary heritage during this winter-time cooking lesson in Paris. Learn the tricks of the trade from a professional chef, whose experience includes working at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Using seasonal ingredients from a nearby Parisian market, cook with a pro and produce a traditional French meal, which culminates with a Bûche de Noël cake. When Christmas rolls around, you’re sure to impress family and friends back home with your new culinary prowess. Bon appétit!

Indulge in the incredible flavors of the French wine region of Carcassonne with this guided vineyard tour. The fresh menu will delight your senses. Potential dishes include smoked salmon, puglia orecchiette and the tart tatin dessert served with homemade ice-cream, all paired with amazing wine matches. Explore regional vineyards while riding in a private vehicle and shop beverages at the 38 Rue Barbès shop.

THE MAGIC OF PINOT NOIR & OF CHARDONNAY Take the time to enjoy the different expressions of these grapes varieties, combining finesse, elegance, power and complexity depending on its original terroir.

Macarons are as iconic to Paris as the Eiffel Tower, and this workshop lets you make your very own. Meet your instructor, Jean-Yves, a former winner of MasterChef at his private atelier and bake a colorful array of macarons using his winning recipe. With just a small group for company, you're ensured a hands-on experience with one-on-one guidance. Finally, sit down to enjoy your homemade macarons with a glass of Champagne.

With this cocktail workshop in the heart of Old Nice, you’ll enjoy much more than just drinks — it’s an immersive experience into the world of mixology. Guided by a professional bartender, you’ll begin with a live cocktail demonstration to discover techniques, ingredients, and the stories behind the recipes. Then, step behind the bar to craft two cocktails of your choice, learning how to balance flavors and master bar tools under expert guidance. Unlike other tastings, here you are the bartender, shaking, mixing, and tasting your own creations. The atmosphere is both intimate and lively, perfect for friends, couples, or solo travelers. Available in English and French, this workshop combines learning, sharing, and fun — an authentic experience in one of Nice’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

France is loved for its croissants, and rather than just eating them, this hands-on baking experience allows you to learn how to make your own fresh croissants. Led by a local chef, you can enjoy step-by-step tuition, including tips on how to shape the perfect croissant. Best of all, you can make multiple pastries—including pain au raisin and pain au chocolat, with a tasting session at the end.

Accompanied by a Burgundy wine expert, you will learn how to taste wines. Starting from a village appellation to the Grand Cru, you can take the measure of the climates of the Burgundy vineyard.

Start your culinary experience in Paris by tasting seven French dishes with a chef. Begin at the lively Mouffetard Market, where seasonal ingredients and local flavors set the tone for an authentic experience. Then, enjoy a seven-course tasting menu in an intimate 18th-century restaurant, with each dish expertly paired with French wines. Guided by a chef sommelier, learn about dining etiquette, wine pairing, and the cultural stories behind each plate.

Bring home the ultimate souvenir from Paris—the art of baking croissants—when you join this cooking class. Get hands-on instruction from the chef as you learn to prepare croissant dough from scratch, then shape it and fill it, creating not just croissants but bicolour croissants, pains au chocolat, and raisin rolls. Learn about culinary culture and get practical tips as you work.

In the heart of Dijon, we offer tasting workshops led by a professional and labeled Vignobles & Découvertes - a guarantee of excellence for wine tourism services. During this tasting you will learn: - to taste a wine like a professional - to read a Burgundy wine label - how are classified the terroirs and the wines of Burgundy All this thanks to the tasting of 4 wines, from the village to the Grand Cru! The Coast will no longer hold any secrets for you: you will discover what makes the Climats of Burgundy unique, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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.

Discover what makes French pastries truly special by stepping inside a working Parisian boulangerie — not just to watch, but to bake like the artisans do. Proudly named Viator Experience Award Winner in 2023 and 2024, this tour is recognized among the top-rated family experiences for guest satisfaction and authenticity. During this 2-hour experience, you and your family will learn how iconic French breads and pastries are created from scratch, in the very place where locals buy their daily baguettes. Unlike tourist-style demos, this visit offers real behind-the-scenes access to the production area — where dough is mixed, folded, laminated, and baked before sunrise. Children and adults roll up their sleeves to: - Shape baguettes and rustic breads - Roll their own croissant Kept intentionally small (max. 8 guests), this award-winning experience is intimate, family-friendly, and deeply authentic — a chance to step behind the counter and access a world normally hidden from the public.

Roll up your sleeves and delve into the art of French cuisine with a private cooking lesson at the countryside home of a warm and hospitable local (and former mayor!). Help prepare a classic French appetizer and main dish using seasonal, farm fresh ingredients and techniques honed during her decades of cooking French food for her family and friends. Sit down together to enjoy the home-cooked meal in her lovely home for an authentic taste of French countryside life right outside of Paris. Finish on a decadent note with a cheese course and dessert. End your experience with a tour of Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, Caroline's friend's chateau. A stunning landmark with a fascinating history, this chateau is one of the main reasons people visit Maincy.

When in Cognac, tasting the eponymous liquor is a must-do. Even more exciting is a behind-the-scenes tour of a working distillery to learn the secrets behind the famous brandy. On this tour, you’ll do both. Make your way to the historic, family-run Cognac house, a short drive or train ride from Cognac. Explore the distillery, aging cellar, and bottling workshop on a guided tour, then sample three aged Cognacs.

This SIC transportation tour offers a comfortable and scenic journey through the French countryside to the enchanting village of Giverny, where Monet lived and created his masterpieces for over 40 years. Travel by air-conditioned coach for approximately 90 minutes, enjoying the beautiful landscapes that inspired Monet’s iconic works. Upon arrival in Giverny, you will visit Monet’s house and stunning gardens. Stroll through the Clos Normand Flower Garden, vibrant with tulips, irises, and peonies, and explore the serene Japanese Water Garden, home to Monet’s famous water lilies and the iconic Japanese bridge. Before returning to Paris, take time to explore the charming village of Giverny and visit the gift shop, located in the former studio where Monet painted his renowned Water Lilies series. Note: Hotel pick-up/drop-off, food, and drinks are not included.

Whether you are a simple amateur or a great collector, our guides adapt to you. This immersion day will allow you to better understand the wines of Burgundy through map reading in the vineyard, simple and clear explanations of winemaking techniques in the cellar, to better understand the history of Burgundy and its wines since the Roman Empire to the present day. Our guides are qualified specialists and true enthusiasts. Through authentic meetings, you will have access to very high quality wines, including of course the Grands Crus and Premiers Crus emblematic of Burgundy. The program of the day : - 2 domain visits - Tasting of 12 wines including 4 x Grands Crus and Premiers Crus - Explanations of the work of the vineyard and explanation of the vinification techniques - Meeting with Burgundy specialists and / or winemakers - Understanding the History of Burgundy wines from the Roman Empire to the present day

Learn to make your own gin and create a unique souvenir during this small-group workshop at a wheelchair-accessible craft distillery in Paris. Tour the distillery and sample gin and cocktails. Then learn distillation and gin history, select botanicals, craft your own recipe, and distill a personalized bottle with a custom label.

Creating your own custom wine We allow our customers to create their own cuvée by mixing different grape varieties according to their tastes. Each bottle is unique, customized with labels created by the customer, and carefully sealed.

Nothing says Paris like French wine, but most wine tastings include meat and cheese pairings—making it tough for vegans to partake. Specially designed with vegans in mind, this private one-hour wine tasting treats participants to three glasses of wine straight from the producers themselves, along with a spread of plant-based snacks. Tastings take place in the trendy 11th arrondissement near Père Lachaise cemetery.

One of the best way to discover the French "art de vivre" and gastronomy... the pairing of delicious French Cheeses and Wines. In the lively and historical neighborhood of the Eiffel Tower, take a break to enjoy life as a real Parisian ! This workshop is all about gastronomic pleasure, fun, discovering France and its culture. For that, you will taste 6 delicious French cheeses paired with 4 lovely wines. You will learn about the different French regions and their specialties, how to recognize, taste and pair them. You will also be invited to play at some games such as blindtasting ! Our foody expert, Hervé, will answer any of your question. And we are pretty sure you would like to become French after our tasting !

Stray from the beaten path and see a side of Paris that’s usually reserved for locals on a private tour of hidden bars and speakeasies. Enter two hand-picked watering holes via secret passageways and overcome the language barrier as you enjoy one included cocktail and some traditional nibbles.