Top French Riviera Dining Experiences

Skip the tourist dishes when you’re in Nice, and discover the traditional food of the city instead. With this evening food tour, you’ll try dishes chosen and prepared by locals in locations around Vieux Nice and the Promenade des Anglais. Even better: Numbers are capped at just 12 per tour, for a more intimate small-group experience.

Skip the hassle of researching Toulon’s top restaurants, and get the inside scoop on the city’s best foodie spots from a local guide instead. On this tasting tour, visit at least four different spots around the city to enjoy a delicious 4-course progressive lunch, and sample delicious Provençal dishes, including “cade” (chickpea cake), regional cheeses, and “tarte tropézienne” (cream-filled brioche).

Uncover the secrets of authentic French cuisine during a private cooking class with a local chef. Get hands-on in the home kitchen of your host as you create a selection of seasonal Mediterranean dishes using fresh produce from the market. Learn expert tips and techniques that will help you recreate your favorite recipes at home, then sit down to enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch or dinner paired with regional wines.

Trade the bustle of Cannes for the peaceful Mediterranean retreat of Île Sainte-Marguerite on a private, half-day sailing tour that’s tailored to your preferences. After departing from the Old Port aboard restored vintage sailboat, head to the island, and enjoy a classic Provençal lunch with wine on board. Then, have free time to swim, snorkel, explore the island, or even learn to sail the boat with your captain’s instruction.

Take in views of the French Riviera from the water's edge, and admire a perspective other visitors miss, on a luxury catamaran cruise. Sail along the Bay of Cannes while relaxing on deck, and splash in the sea for a swim and snorkel if you like. Choose from a half- or full-day cruise, and upgrade to include an optional buffet lunch on board. You can also purchase additional drinks from the on-board bar.

The French Riviera may be known for the jet set and their yachts, but exploring the Mediterranean coast by boat doesn’t have to break the bank. Spend the day on your own chartered boat—equipped with shaded areas, a stereo, and a shower—during this VIP-style private cruise. Explore secluded beaches and get vistas only reachable from the water, all while enjoying onboard snacks, alcoholic beverages, and even snorkeling gear.

This is truly an unique and memorable experience to have on the French Riviera! You get to discover its traditional wines, with a masterclass, walk in the vineyards, have a Chef cooked dinner / lunch in one of the most beautiful and idyllic landscapes there is: vineyard with sea view. Moreover, live music is there to create the perfect mood. Enjoy and exalt all your senses in the joie de vivre à la française. Sometimes, with extra exhibitions and entertainment, according to the program. The Chef on the spot starting from 6 persons, Live music starting from 8 persons minimum.

This activity is distinguished by its complete immersion in the confidential world of Nice craft beer, far from standardized tastings. Discover four carefully selected local creations, served in discovery format to refine your palate and understand the intricacies of each brew. Guided by a passionate professional, you will explore brewing techniques, the influence of Nice’s terroir and the unique identity of each beer. The experience goes well beyond a simple tasting: it becomes a real moment of exchange, educational and accessible, where you learn to recognize the aromas, differentiate styles. In a warm and friendly atmosphere, you live an authentic moment as close as possible to the producers and local know-how.

Unique lunch or dinner in a picturesque landscape of vineyards and luxurious gardens, surrounded by nature and its scents, in a beautifully decorated table. A chef will cook for you on the spot and you will enjoy wine tasting, live music in a convivial and charming surroundings. According to the date, there can be art exhibitions, demos, fashion presentations and so on. It is a celebration of life in the typical French “joie de vivre” or the Italian “dolce far niente” mood.

Sea, Brunch & Sun in the heart of the most beautiful landscapes of the French Riviera. From the port of Nice, board our Mayba maxi-catamaran for a unique brunch at sea. Sailing along the coastline to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, famous for its villas and coves with crystal clear waters. The catamaran anchors opposite the peninsula: paddle, snorkeling, relaxation on board and aperitif (cup of Prosecco) accompany this moment of escape before enjoying a gourmet brunch facing the sea. The cruise then continues in the bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer, for a final anchorage facing the village and its colorful facades, before a peaceful return to the port of Nice. All inclusive: nothing to add on board, just enjoy.

See the French Riviera from a unique perspective on this luxury catamaran dinner cruise departing from Cannes. Sailing exclusively over summer, enjoy wine and relax as you cruise across the Bay of Cannes. Then, enjoy a sumptuous buffet dinner and watch a firework display from the deck, with the lights of the Riviera coastline as a backdrop. Perfect for travelers looking to celebrate a special vacation or occasion.

Guided by a passionate sommelier, you’ll discover how to taste and enjoy French wines with confidence while exploring local flavors in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Patricia loves bringing people together and has created this experience to share authentic moments, meaningful connections, and unforgettable memories in the heart of Menton.

Find out if you have what it takes to be a master perfumer during this hands-on workshop at the Molinard perfume boutique in Nice. Discover what makes French perfumes so prized, and learn how skilled mixologists combine different bases, fragrances, and oils to make sweet-smelling concoctions. Then, try your own hand at perfumery by blending ingredients to create your own signature scent to take home in a vial.

for your private group of up to 20 people , Come and discover the beauty of the French Riviera on a catamaran cruise that takes you through the sparkling waters and breathtaking landscapes. Enjoy a full day of Water Things to do like Snorkeling, Paddleboarding, and Kayaking. soft drink and wine , punch also included for the whole day A tasty lunch with salads, cold meats, and fresh fruit is included to refuel after your adventures. With private transport by air-conditioned vehicle, everything is planned for you to spend a relaxing and pleasant day at sea.

Treat yourself to a magical evening at sea Check-out from Saint-Raphaël. Board one of our maxi-catamarans and sail along the Raphael coastline at the end of the day, towards Ile d’Or and Cap Dramont (or the Bay of Agay depending on the conditions), bathed in the sunset lights. The catamaran anchors at anchor, away from the hustle and bustle. Paddle, snorkel or relax on deck: choose. An aperitif (punch planter) is served on board, while the sky gradually becomes adorned with golden hues, before enjoying a buffet dinner in a friendly and summer atmosphere, with ambient music to prolong the evening. All inclusive: nothing to add on board, just enjoy!

Escape the mainland for half a day—and enjoy a luxurious, fully personalized way to make the most of Cannes’ Mediterranean scenery—on this private, half-day sailing tour. Once aboard, sail to the Lérins Islands, spot secret beaches and coves, and enjoy plenty of time for swimming and snorkeling. You can also relax on board, enjoy aperitif drinks and snacks (upgrade to add pizza and seafood platters), and play music to set the mood.

Start the day the French way. This breakfast experience held in a local's home in Nice is a great way to get to know local culture and meet new people while enjoying a huge homemade breakfast that includes pastries, cakes, pies, and fresh, warm croissants along with coffee, tea, and juice.

See the best of the French Riviera on a Segway tour of Nice that lets you cover much more ground than you could on foot. See more of the sights in less time aboard your Segway, including the Promenade des Anglais, the Old Town, the Marché aux Fleurs flower market, and more. Learn more about Nice’s rich heritage than you would alone as you go.

This experience has been designed for travelers looking for a rare, elegant and totally private gastronomic immersion in the heart of Nice. In a confidential cellar with a cozy and luxurious atmosphere, you will enjoy an exclusive moment around caviar, prestigious French champagne and Beluga vodka, symbol of high-end tasting. For more than an hour, a passionate specialist accompanies you personally in order to pass on the secrets of caviar, the tasting techniques used in the most refined gastronomic universes as well as the art of the pairing between champagne, vodka and exceptional caviar. Each participant enjoys 25 grams of premium caviar served with real mother-of-pearl spoons offered at the end of the experience. Far from the traditional Things to do, this service emphasizes privacy, personalized service and excellence in a discreet setting.

Treat yourself to a day’s escape by catamaran to one of the most unspoilt sites on the Var coast: Cap Taillat, a natural jewel at the gates of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Sailing takes you to its turquoise waters, where the catamaran anchors to take full advantage of the setting: paddling, snorkeling, relaxing on the deck and on the nets, facing a wild and unspoilt setting. An aperitif (punch planter), then a buffet lunch, are served on board. The afternoon is extended by a second anchorage in the Bay of Canebiers, to soak up the unique atmosphere of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. A cruise between peaceful navigation, unspoilt nature and total disconnection. All inclusive: nothing to add on board, just enjoy!

Have a fun half day when you join this guided small group that takes you through Nice, exploring the culture of the area through food. Your guide will take you to at least five food stops and let you try foods like regional olive oil, Socca, traditional sweets, and a glass of wine, too. Food options will change with the season. Hear anecdotes as you walk through the town, too, from your local guide.

During this experience, participants are guided step by step through a real sensory ritual around the Chartreuse. Upon arrival, they are welcomed in an authentic place where the atmosphere immediately puts in the conditions of complete immersion. The activity begins with an olfactory phase during which they handle and smell different plants, dried flowers and spices to understand the aromatic richness of the liquor. This introduction allows them to awaken their senses and familiarize themselves with the basics of tasting. The Guide then goes on with a captivating storytelling about the Carthusian fathers, explaining the origin and mystery of the recipe. Participants then proceed to taste three iconic Chartreuses, served in their traditional glasses. Each tasting is accompanied by precise explanations to learn how to identify the aromas, understand the differences and fully appreciate each liquor.

In the heart of Nice, this experience immerses you in the confidential world of craft distillation alongside a passionate master distiller. Upon arrival, you are welcomed in an authentic place where tradition and modernity meet to give birth to spirits of character. You don’t just visit, you really understand the manufacturing steps with clear and accessible explanations. From the selection of ingredients to the mastery of the still, each step is revealed to you to better appreciate the precision work behind each creation. The guided tasting then becomes a privileged moment where you learn to recognize the aromas, decipher the balances and refine your palate. Gin, vermouth and pastis reveal all their richness in an experience that is both friendly, sensory and deeply rooted in the Nice terroir.