Top Île-de-France Classes & Workshops - page 5

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.

Who needs an Eiffel Tower keychain or Mona Lisa playing cards when you can make your own fashion-forward souvenir of Paris? Create the custom denim jacket of your dreams during a private workshop in Paris. All materials, including patches, embroidery, and accessories, are at your disposal, and you can create your very own design. No previous sewing experience is necessary, as team members are on hand to assist you and offer advice.

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.

Discover the secrets behind classic French dishes such during a private, personalized cooking class. Meet with a local chef at her Parisian home, shop for ingredients together at the local market, then get hands-on as you help prepare a delicious main course and dessert. As you go, learn all about French culinary traditions. Finally, sit down with your host to enjoy your homemade meal, plus dessert and Champagne.

Live a unique experience in the heart of Paris; a costume jewelry creation workshop with an innovative concept. Choose from pearls, semi-precious stones and other accessories to create a bracelet that reflects your style and personality, all in a chic and artisanal Parisian atmosphere.

Pétanque is a quintessential outdoor game in France, often played in parks, but its rules can be mystifying for outsiders. Get a personalized primer on how to play this iconic team sport during this small-group experience in Paris. Start with basic rules and strategies, then get a chance to aim and shoot. While you play, listen to stories about the game’s ancient origins and enduring legacy.

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!

You will discover the authentic Paris that seduced me and that you will not see in the guides! I will accompany you to sharpen your look and develop your photo creativity. You will leave with a postcard to send, that of your most beautiful picture and spend a friendly moment in a typical Parisian apartment!

Try your hand at chocolate-making with this family-focused chocolate-making class. Your chocolatier instructor will guide you and your children through the chocolate-making process as you make treats such as molded chocolate eggs, decorated chocolate coins, or even chocolate lollipops. You'll then package up your creations in a gift bag so that they are ready to take home to eat or present as a gift.

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.

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.

Few countries are more famous for cheese and wine than France, so there’s no better place to sample these culinary delights than Paris. This cheese-and-wine tasting experience in central Paris provides a welcome break from sightseeing and teaches you how to pair the food and drink together. Plus, a small group ensures an intimate atmosphere.

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.

Discover the exceptional mille-feuille by Maison Fleuret: a perfect harmony of flavors and pastry expertise. Immerse yourself in an incomparable culinary experience, combining the heritage of French tradition with modern creativity. Each layer reveals the excellence of our rigorously selected ingredients, creating a unique symphony of taste. Our commitment to the art of pastry guarantees a refined and memorable tasting, awakening the senses and the taste buds. Take on the challenge of tasting perfection with our mille-feuille, a Maison Fleuret signature.

Our Éclair and Choux Pastry Masterclass in Paris offers a unique blend of authentic French tradition and hands-on creativity. What sets this experience apart is the intimate, personalized guidance from an experienced pastry chef, who shares not just the techniques but the secrets behind perfecting these iconic pastries. The class is infused with the charm of Paris, as you bake in a cozy kitchen and soak in the local ambiance. It’s not just a cooking class—it’s a deep dive into the art of French patisserie, where you leave with both delicious creations and cherished memories.

Introduce the kids to the wonderful world of French ‘pâtisserie’—or pastry-making—on this hands-on and family-friendly cookery workshop in Paris. Under the watchful eye of your instructor, stretch and slice your dough with your young protégé, and hear helpful hints and tricks to make the perfect pastries. Color your croissants for a more child-friendly breakfast, and hear the hidden secrets of ‘viennoiseries’ and French pastries.

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.

Explore the world of French cheeses in a relaxed and approachable tasting experience in the Marais district of Paris. Join a local expert and small group and learn about the history and production of cheese, and different regions as you sample a variety of different cheeses paired with wine and bread.

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 !

**Beyond a tasting** Unlike traditional tastings, wine here is not led by technical language. It reveals itself first through sensation and the memories it creates. This approach, the Cognitive Wine Method, was developed from Mari's experience as an international sommelier and her close observation of how people truly connect with wine. A more natural and intuitive way to experience wine as culture. You will never taste wine the same way again.

Capture the lively spirit of Montmartre on this private street photography tour. Explore vibrant streets from the Moulin Rouge to hidden rooftops and quiet alleys, while learning key techniques in composition, storytelling, and camera or smartphone use. Designed for all skill levels, this tour offers a hands-on way to see and photograph Paris beyond the usual sights.

Join a chef-tutor at one of France’s top culinary schools in Paris’ prestigious Galeries Lafayette and learn to prepare classic French dishes. Seasonal recipes like duck breast, sea bream fillet, or chicken cordon bleu are featured. Suitable for all skill levels, the small group size (maximum six) ensures hands-on instruction and interaction.

EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT Looking for a fun and creative way to unwind after work in Paris? Welcome to Barbouille & Wine! For two hours, our studio transforms into a relaxing painting bar. Whether you're coming with friends, your partner, or solo, it's the perfect opportunity to unplug, chat, paint, and enjoy some good wine with a small group of fellow creators. No painting experience? No problem! There is absolutely zero pressure here. Our friendly instructors (the expert "barbouilleuses") will provide models to inspire you and guide you step-by-step through the process, whatever your level. You even get to take your masterpiece home at the end! What's included? All art supplies: Canvas, paints, brushes, and aprons... just come empty-handed! Drinks: 3 glasses of wine per person are included to help let your creativity flow. ‍ Guidance: 2 hours of stress-free, guided creativity. Practical Info: Where: Barbouille Studio - 59 boulevard Pereire, 75017 Paris ⏱️ Duration: 2 hours

Bake colorful French macarons in a chic Paris atelier, cocktail in hand. Take home your macarons, a polaroid photo & a tote bag — the only official Emily in Paris macaron experience.