Top Île-de-France Food & Drink Classes

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

The macaron is one of the most popular sweet treats in Paris—but this technical pastry can be challenging to make independently. Instead, learn every step of macaron making, and receive hands-on guidance from an experienced French pastry chef, during this small-group masterclass. By the end of the class, walk away with brand new culinary skills—plus a range of delicious macarons to take home with you.

Fill up your Insta feed and learn baking skills that will wow your friends on this quintessentially Parisian experience: a macaron baking class in an intimate group. Join a professional patissier in a Marais bakery and learn to mix, pipe, bake, and fill your own macarons, customizing flavors and colors to suit your taste and style. Leave with a box of personalized macarons to take home.

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.

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.

Guarantee your chance to dine at the Eiffel Tower’s Madame Brasserie by pre-booking a 3- or 4-course gourmet dinner experience. Upon arrival, bypass the long ticket line and go straight to the elevator. Enjoy free time to explore the tower’s first level before or after your meal.

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.

Discover one of the Latin Quarter’s must-visit foodie destinations when you tour the Rue Mouffetard’s famed market—and follow up your explorations with a tutored food and cheese tasting—on this small-group tour. Meet your guide right in the market, chat with local producers, and then head to an intimate restaurant. You’ll taste several different wines alongside a French cheese plate, and will learn about the art of pairing from the restaurant’s chef.

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Learn the secrets behind mastering the perfect cheese soufflé during this small-group cooking class and lunch in Paris. Instead of a traditional cooking school, get tips from a local chef in her Parisian home as you learn about French culinary traditions. Enjoy a 3-course brasserie-style lunch with your host, including a glass of Champagne to celebrate your efforts.

Learn the art of fine French cuisine with a small-group cooking class and gourmet meal in Paris. Help prepare an authentic 3-course meal under the guidance of a local chef. When the cooking’s done, join your new friends around a cozy table to enjoy the delicious home-cooked meal paired with a selection of French wine. Opt to start the evening with a shopping trip at a local market.

Macarons are one of France's most popular confections, but they can be tricky to prepare. Learn insider tips and tricks for perfecting them during this hands-on, small-group baking class in Paris. Benefit from your expert instructor, who provides detailed instructions throughout the class. Choose the colors you prefer, fill them with buttercream, and taste the freshly baked results. As a bonus, take home a box of macarons as a souvenir.

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Uncover the secrets of the macaron with this group baking class at Galeries Lafayette. Meet your instructor, a French pastry chef, in a quiet corner of the iconic department store. Over the course of 1.5 hours, learn to prepare the delicate shells and ganache of the perfect macaron. Work with organic ingredients to create flavors like chocolate, pistachio, and more.

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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.

Follow your guide on a unique initiatory and sensory journey in the heart of a protected natural environment, the Plain of Versailles. He will reveal all the secrets of organic viticulture to you and share fascinating anecdotes with you. The visit begins with a walk through the paths of the vineyard and its collection of rare grape varieties; on a clear day you can see the Palace of Versailles in the background. Then, it's time for tasting. Learn the different stages of tasting while savoring 3 unique cuvées en primeurs. It will be a moment of sharing and conviviality not to be missed.

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.

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.