Top France Food & Drink Classes - page 9

After having drawn a first wine directly from the 9 barrels, you will learn the basics of wine tasting. _Direction to the heart of the cellar and its century-old table where you will find the superb aperitifs to discover a second wine. _Make room for black glass for a blind tasting to multiply your other senses.So what is the color of your wine? Not so easy... _Here is a wine that requires a downtime, don’t you think that time has frozen? All the wines and the aperitif offer are available directly at the winery if you want to extend the pleasure at home or go strolling along the Canal Saint Martin.

Instead of simply going out for a drink, visit a women-owned micro-distillery to see how gin is made in the heart of Paris—then enjoy a tasting and craft cocktail. It’s a unique twist on exploring the city’s vibrant drinks culture, with a gin expert to guide you through the distilling process. A location by the Louvre Museum makes it easy to combine this tour with other sightseeing, too.

This isn't your typical wine tasting. It's an exploration of bold flavors and unconventional methods. Experience Bordeaux's new wave natural wine movement with us, an immersive experience that defies convention and celebrates authenticity. Off the beaten path, get into the world of natural winemaking with our Wild Wines tour. Nestled along the Dordogne River, just 25 minutes from Bordeaux city. - Try at least 6 natural wines. - Discover new wine styles including: Orange, Pet Nat, Claret, Rosé and aged Red wines. - Meet the chickens, ducks and geese! - Take a guided tour around the vineyard and winery. - Find our the difference between Natural, Organic and conventional wine.

Our speakers are experienced trainers, with strong teaching experience and real expertise in the History of Gastronomy. You will thus learn the "little tricks" of the great Pastry Chefs that will allow you to easily reproduce at home these desserts and you will also live an immersive experience in the History of French Pastry by discovering many cultural anecdotes about the culinary arts. A small group of up to 8 people that allows everyone to train and trainers to give you personalized advice. All in a warm apartment in Paris, where you will feel like home, you will live an experience that you are not about to forget!

Throughout the tasting, you will have the opportunity to discuss the Champagne terroir as well as Voirin Jumel know-how, thus enriching your experience. The tastings take place indoors, offering the possibility, at the end of your experience, to enjoy our terrace. This offers an incredible view of the Champagne vineyards, thus enriching your visit with a peaceful moment.

Guided by an expert from Château Haut Breton Larigaudière, immerse yourself in the secrets of our fine wines and discover what embodies the elegance and finesse of Margaux wines.

Quentin, winemaker and property owner, will guide you through the different stages of winemaking, from the history of its lands, to the importance of biodiversity, through winemaking, you can address all subjects. Guaranteed visit without blah, pipe or violin. You guarantee authenticity, transparency and immersion. Each visit is unique and customizable. 2 wines to choose from for tasting Visit of the estate History Geography Local Oenology Screen printing Tasting Agriculture

Château Haut-Breton Larigaudière is a family property of 15 hectares, in the prestigious Margaux appellation. It is ideally located in Soussans on the Route des Châteaux (D2). Welcomed in the best conditions, you will live with us a unique wine tourism experience and share the time of a tasting our passion for wine.

We are inspired by our ancestor d'Artagnan to innovate in Armagnac with courage and panache. In biodynamic and permaculture conversion, our estate pursues the ambition of repositioning the Côtes de Gascogne on the chessboard of wines. Our dry, sweet, red and rosé white wines, born on the land of Armagnac, reveal with finesse all the typicality of our Haut-Armagnac terroir and redefine the canons of the Côtes de Gascogne. From the vine to the cellars, come and discover the secrets of their development and follow our commitments as producers.

Enjoy an in-depth exploration of our Domaine and our know-how focused on the terroir. For those who want to know more about the Champagnes of Maison Voirin-Jumel. Styles, grape varieties and terroir will be discussed. An informative and educational experience during which different champagnes will be tasted by theme. The Masterclass lasts approximately 1h30 and 5 different champagnes will be tasted. Are you a true champagne lover or a wine professional? So don’t miss this masterclass!

Dive into a unique macaron baking experience led by a Le Cordon Bleu Paris-trained chef. What sets us apart is the privilege of learning from a culinary professional with a rich background in French culinary arts. In this exclusive workshop, you'll explore the intricacies of macaron-making guided by a chef with expertise honed at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu. This connection ensures a deeper dive into authentic techniques, adding a layer of finesse and authenticity to your culinary skills. This workshop's intimate setting ensures personalized attention, allowing participants of all skill levels to actively engage with the process. By choosing this macaron baking activity, you're not just learning to bake; you're embarking on a culinary journey that intertwines tradition, expertise, and hands-on experience.

Live a unique oenological experience in an urban cellar in the heart of Darwin in Bordeaux. This activity immerses you in a participatory workshop, where you become an actor in the creation of a wine. Accompanied by Maxime, oenologist, and Annaëlle, assistant cellar master, you discover the behind-the-scenes winemaking during a visit to the cellar and a tasting of cuvées accompanied by a cheese board. Scout through the characteristics of the main Bordeaux grape varieties to understand what makes the region’s wines rich: blending. What makes this experience special is that you move from theory to practice. From different monovines, you create your own blend, bottle your wine and leave with your own personalised cuvée. Between pedagogy, tasting and creation, this immersion in an urban cellar in the heart of Bordeaux offers an original and interactive approach to the world of wine.

In an informal and personalized format, the visit will begin with a presentation of the rural heritage of the Mas des Bories estate and the agricultural history of the Salon de Provence region. Then we will make an educational visit of the olive grove and the oil mill, explaining all the stages involved in the production of our artisanal olive oil, from the cultivation of the olive trees to the bottling. To end on a gourmet note, a tasting of our different extra virgin olive oils will be offered to you. You will be able to taste our monovarietal oils, our flavored oils and our signature blends. And we have a point of sale on site for your olive oil purchases.

Learn how to make macarons and immerse yourself in French culture in the process with a private macaron-making class geared toward sweet-toothed travelers aged 5 and up. Your host Sophie will welcome you into her Parisian home and spend the next two hours teaching you all about how to craft these delectable treats.

Accompanied by our passionate professional animators, brewers or qualified zythologists, you will discover all the secrets of beer production and tasting. We offer you an original, fun and friendly workshop.

On the way to the wine-tasting room, discover one of the city's famous traboules, the hidden passageways that connect parallel streets through historic buildings. Step into a beautiful apartment in the heart of Vieux Lyon and enjoy a unique wine tasting experience. As you settle in, your sommelier will introduce the wine regions surrounding Lyon and guide you through an authentic tasting journey featuring regional wines paired with some of the city's most iconic specialties. Over the next 2 hours, discover six wines from the renowned wine regions surrounding Lyon, including the Côtes du Rhône, Beaujolais, Mâconnais and Burgundy. As you taste each wine, your sommelier will introduce the grape varieties, terroirs and traditions that make these regions so distinctive. Each wine is paired with a selection of Lyon's iconic specialties, including St-Marcellin cheese, Lyon-style charcuterie, artisanal chocolates and the city's famous praline treats. The experience concludes at 1:00 p.m.

Accompanied by our passionate professional animators, brewers or qualified zythologists, you will discover all the secrets of beer production and tasting. We offer you an original, educational, fun and friendly workshop.

Through this unique sensory experience, you will develop your sense of smell and rediscover your taste buds!

Discover the secrets of Haut-Armagnac that even the most keen brandy-lovers don’t know on this tasting experience in Lectoure. Taste your way around a range of different Armagnacs, from young bottles to the signature blend, and explore the grounds of the vineyard with a guide to lead the way and demystify the history of this famous drink.

Make pastry making less intimidating with Chez Marisette ! In a warm and authentic setting, discover French pastry class in a Parisian apartment, based in Paris 15th near the Eiffel Tower and Andre Citroen Park. The plus: - Cook with a pastry chef - Small group of 6-8 max - Fun cooking with families - A hands-on experience - An immersive cultural and culinary experience hosted in a parisian home - You can tailor-made your class with another pastry ie vanilla puff, lemon tart ... ask your host !

Enjoy a relaxed and educational evening of wine and cheese tasting in Paris on this guided experience with a small group. Learn about different regions, styles, and terroir, and food and cheese pairings, as a certified sommelier guides you through a tasting of six to seven wines, paired with cheese and baguettes.

Make sweet Parisian crêpes in this warm and whimsical small-group class hosted through Cozymeal in a cozy kitchen near the heart of the city. Limited to six guests, this hands-on session (ages 8 and up) dives into one of France’s most beloved traditions: the art of the crêpe. During the class, you’ll create: - First step: mix crêpe batter and master the flip on a professional crêpe machine - Second step: explore your creativity with an indulgent toppings bar featuring housemade caramel, chestnut cream, seasonal jams and more - Third step: enjoy each bite with sips of fresh-pressed apple juice and crisp Breton-style farm cider Whether you’re traveling with family or simply craving a sweet slice of French life, this interactive class offers the perfect blend of culture, flavor and fun.

This private experience lets you enjoy a real time of sharing and exchange with the expert who accompanies you on this tasting of Savoy wines and cheeses. He prepares in advance the pairings he wishes you to discover over the course of nearly two hours, as well as the order in which you will taste them. As the tasting progresses, he introduces you to the products, where they come from, how they're made, and makes you guess at the different aromas you might perceive. He also explains why the two go so well together. It's a real immersion experience in the terroir.

Our guide, 3rd Generation of the Estate awaits you to share his passion and introduce you to his world. During this visit, you will discover the secrets of our winemaker. This small family business is unique and authentic. Their Champagnes will transport you through their bubbles. This experience is unique in champagne, you will not drink this wine in the same way after drinking the words of your professional guide.