Top Île-de-France Food & Drink Classes - page 6

Franco-Korean pastry workshop in the heart of Paris Verrine workshop with black sesame in the heart of Paris. Do you want to transform your love for Parisian gastronomy into an unforgettable experience? Join us in the heart of Paris for a French-Korean pastry workshop, where you will discover a unique marriage of flavors. A graduate of Cordon Bleu Paris and having worked with the greatest French chefs, the Chef will introduce you to the flavors of Korea through a unique concept: Franco-Korean pastry. Benefit from the know-how of a pastry chef to create delicious black sesame verrines. Benefit from individual support in small group classes. Discover new flavors by immersing yourself in the art of dessert.

Enjoy an authentic taste of Parisian life on this small-group guided food and wine experience. Meet your guide and small group, then visit local shops such as the boulangerie, fromagerie, and butcher to pick up provisions and snacks customized to your tastes, to enjoy over glasses of wine at a local wine shop.

Savor a five-course tasting menu and wine pairing curated by a MasterChef winner in an intimate wine cellar near Le Marais. Enjoy refined dishes like vodka-marinated trout sashimi and slow-cooked beef cheek, each paired with select wines from the chef’s personal collection. This private dining experience offers a unique opportunity for food lovers to explore Parisian cuisine in a memorable setting.

France is known for its fantastic pastries, and part of what makes them taste so good is the ample use of butter. Join Ingrid, a passionate lover of food, as you explore French culinary culture through different types of butter, desserts, and pastries served with your choice of wine or juice.

Come and taste the fresh Italian pasta as a duo: seasonal filling... ricotta, parmesan, pumpkin...

For more pleasure for our taste buds, Conte Culinaire takes you to decode the intangible Japanese magic. From the geometry of shapes to flavors and textures, this cuisine will never cease to amaze you. Against the backdrop of a tale, Chef Marie-Amélie makes you TOGETHER prepare a square-shaped Japanese dish “HAKO-ZUSHI”, chosen as the centerpiece of this culinary animation where the shape contains a secret. It's a time for you around the culinary magic that makes you discover the cooking of sushi rice, seasoning, the art of pressing, the aesthetics of dressing and understanding this very codified cuisine.

Live a unique experience in this artisanal gin micro-distillery in the heart of Paris by participating in one of the workshops to make your own gin. Guided by a professional distiller for 2 hours, you will learn the secrets of distillation, the choice of botany, the different possible styles of gin, and of course you will taste excellent homemade gins and cocktails. Above all, you will have the opportunity to select your own plants and aromatics that will make up your unique recipe, and then distill it yourself on a mini copper still. You will finish your creation by customizing your own label, and you will leave with your 70cl bottle of gin.

The friendliness, the smile of the duo of hosts will make you spend a timeless moment... A trip to the land of samosa, learning traditional techniques... A true guided culinary journey.

Looking for a way to entertain the budding baker in your family? This kid-centric macaron-making class is conducted in a small group, so you’re sure to have plenty of the teacher’s attention as you bake this classic French treat along with your child as a team. And if you don’t have a sweet tooth, don’t worry—there’s complimentary coffee for the grown-ups.

Our light lunch or dinner could be at the former chef of the French Assembly restaurant, le Paris Paris: Classical French food in a cozy atmosphere in front of the Saint-Germain Market or at Chez Moineau Bistro during the tour. Other restaurants can be selected for the tour according to the chosen day.

Paris is world-renowned for its pastry, but this cooking class injects some extra creativity into traditional sweet treats. In a small group that promises personalized instruction, you’ll create a lemon “trompe l’oieil” (optical illusion), that looks exactly like the citrus fruit from the outside but tastes far less bitter.

Learn the secrets to turning out one of France’s most iconic pastries with this hands-on croissant-making lesson in a private Parisian apartment. Join your host and pastry expert in Le Marais and pick up tips and tricks for preparing delicate and flaky "pâte feuilletée levée," the unique dough behind croissants and many other French pastries. Pop your creations in the oven, then savor the fruits of your labors with coffee or tea.

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.

This Paris culinary experience blends hands-on learning with authentic French tradition, giving you the rare chance to create iconic pastries or a classic French meal under the guidance of a Michelin-trained chef. Unlike typical cooking classes, you’ll immerse yourself in the techniques, stories, and culture behind each dish, whether it’s perfecting buttery croissants, delicate macarons, or a multi-course French dinner. The experience is intimate, interactive, and deeply sensory, letting you smell, touch, and taste your creations as you learn, making it a true feast for both the senses and the soul.

Most people leave Paris with a beret they will never wear and a fridge magnet of the Eiffel Tower. You could do that, or you could spend an afternoon learning to make profiteroles and chouquettes from scratch with one of the city's most beloved local chefs. Chef Fanny brings both serious technique and genuine passion for Parisian culinary history to every class, which means you will leave knowing not just how to make choux pastry but why it became one of France's most iconic exports. You will pipe and bake your way through two classics, light golden chouquettes and profiteroles filled with homemade vanilla ice cream and finished with a rich hot chocolate sauce, in a hands-on setting that is as enjoyable as it is educational. The kind of experience that turns a great trip into an unforgettable one. Wine pairing available for an additional fee, just arrange in advance.

Bake and hand-paint your own colorful macarons, turning each treat into a personalized edible keepsake in this small-group baking class hosted through Cozymeal in the heart of Paris. You’ll not only learn classic French pastry technique, but also discover how to use edible paints and brushwork to make every macaron unique, from bold colors to elegant patterns or handwritten messages. Limited to 6 guests, this intimate workshop blends artistry and flavor under the guidance of an expert local chef. During the class, you’ll create: - First step: delicate almond flour meringue shells piped and baked to perfection in pastel hues - Second step: smooth ganache and fruity fillings to assemble sweet sandwich cookies - Third step: painted and personalized decorations using edible colors for gifts or keepsakes Whether you’re a dessert lover or simply looking for an original cultural experience, this class combines hands-on fun, French technique and artistic expression in one magical afternoon.

To understand French and France, you must know everything from the stick. This is THE obligatory passage! This experience will be followed by a tasting on site and you will leave with a baguette.

Enjoy a seasonal French cooking class in a sun-filled home in Fontainebleau, just steps from the town center. Learn to prepare authentic French dishes from scratch with a warm, Parisian host who blends family traditions with global flavors. Savor your creations over wine, cheese from a local fromagerie, and a classic French dessert. This hands-on culinary experience offers an intimate taste of French culture, just an hour from Paris.

Experience Paris at night on the Bateaux Mouches Seine River dinner cruise. Gentle lights, flowing water, and live music create a calm, romantic setting. The city feels closer, richer, and quietly impressive from the river. A refined French menu is served at your table with attentive service. Each dish is timed with the journey, letting you relax and enjoy every detail. The atmosphere feels exclusive, polished, and designed for guests who value quality moments. Availability is limited, and popular evenings sell out quickly. This Seine River dinner cruise suits couples, celebrations, and travelers seeking a premium Paris experience. Reserve now to secure your seat and enjoy a night many only dream about. • Luxury Seine River dinner cruise in Paris • Live music with elegant onboard ambiance • French dinner menu served during the cruise • Night views of famous Paris landmarks • Limited seats for a premium experience

In this Paris pastry class, you’ll dive into the art of French viennoiserie, crafting elegant bicolor pastries that are as beautiful as they are delicious. A local chef will guide you through mixing, folding and shaping buttery dough to create croissants, pains au chocolat and raisin rolls. Learn modern twists on traditional recipes while gaining insight into French culinary culture. Whether you’re exploring Paris for the first time or returning for more, this class is a memorable, hands-on way to experience the city through its most beloved baked goods.

If you have the palace of a globe trotter, you will enjoy it. If you are reluctant to this experience, believe us, this mixture of tea and whiskey will gently open the keys to new tastes. Let yourself be discovered ... in moderation of course!

This fully customizable experience allows guests to select their preferred tasting journey while enjoying access to rare and premium wines, including Grands Crus and Champagne, all within a setting that blends education, luxury, and flexibility. Hosted at the iconic Legrand Filles et Fils, it is perfectly suited for both short one-hour tastings and more immersive experiences lasting up to two and a half hours.

We highlight local champagnes, carefully selected for their exceptional quality. With more than 10 years of expertise, we are the only ones in Paris to offer such specialization. With more than 300 champagne references, largely from organic farming, our tastings take place in a historic cellar in the heart of Paris. You can also leave with a fresh bottle and quality French caviar. Our passion for champagne and our commitment to exceptional products make each tasting an unforgettable experience.

In this irreverent social dining experience, we will enjoy together: 5 unique French wines 5 rare and delicious French cheeses a sweet finish! We focus on delicious things made by passionate people. Shared over a ‘Cheers,’ in a snobbery-free zone. (We favor conversation over note-taking and powerpoints). Find out why our experiences have been chosen by Google, Facebook, Dior, and Hewlett-Packard for their team-building events. This is an irreverent tasting party with other curious culture-seekers…Between laughs + shared stories, you’ll learn why French Wine + Cheese is considered the best in the world! (Any why 98% of our new friends have rated us 5-stars since 2018!)