French Macaron Workshop with a Masterchef in his Private Atelier

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Paris, France

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Hands-on patisserie class with a MasterChef-winning chef
Learn how to make authentic French macarons
Taste homemade macarons with French Champagne
Small-group class with a maximum of eight people

Sample Menu

Dessert

French Macaron & Champagne

What's Included

Cocktails and French Champagne available throughout the class
Homemade French macaron workshop and tasting
Learn to make macarons in an intimate group in Jean-Yves' private atelier
Jean-Yves is a professional chef and winner of 2012Masterchef France thanks to the macaron challenge
Get macaron recipes directly from your host

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Rue du Vertbois, 75003 Paris, France
⚠️THIS IS NOT THE COMPLETE ADDRESS. THE FULL ADDRESS WILL BE ON YOUR CONFIRMATION VOUCHER UNDER THE "BEFORE YOU GO" SECTION.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.1:30 pm

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
⚠️THE FULL ADDRESS WILL BE ON YOUR CONFIRMATION VOUCHER UNDER THE "BEFORE YOU GO" SECTION.

Air conditioning
WiFi Available
Family friendly- Kids are welcome
Guests need to communicate if they have any food restriction (allergy, special diet, etc.)
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Megan_M

Chef Jean-Yves created a fabulous, memorable, and delicious experience on our first day in Paris. He walked us step by step through the deceptively complex 4-ingredient macaron. Chef was careful to point out tricky ingredients (almond powder vs flour), tools, temperature, and professional techniques. We were invited to pipe our own macarons under his guidance. Our class ended with a delicious, gourmet treat including some of Chef Jean-Yves’ own beautiful flourishes (candied orange peel, gold chocolate accents). Bonus: the class is hosted in his stunning and historic home, which he designed in his prior career as an architect. What an absolute treat of an experience from every perspective for my teen and me. We will book another class with him on our next visit to Paris. Thank you Chef!

Reviews

5.0

based on 11 reviews

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Definitely recommend!!

Abhimanyu_G, Mar 2025

It was great to meet and work with chef. He was really welcoming and we had a lot of fun during the class.

Wonderful Macaron workshop in a beautiful setting, highly recommend

Suzanne_M, Oct 2024

My daughter and I had a wonderful afternoon in Paris at this Masterchef's private atelier learning how to make authentic macarons. It was a very interesting and informative class in a beautiful setting and the macarons were delicious! Highly recommend, it was a very memorable experience on our trip.

Personal Chef Experience - A Must Do in Paris!

Chelsey_M, Jul 2024

Chef Yves is a wonderful teacher. My husband, myself and my two teen girls got to experience first hand how to make authentic macarons, what common mistakes are, and ask as many questions as we wanted. We would highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting an authentic Parisian experience!

Macaron experience

Laura_L, Jun 2024

What an amazing find!!!! This was truly my husband and I only with the chef!! We learned the art of macaron from the best!!

Perfect Macarons

Katie_G, Jul 2023

The small private group setting was perfect for learning the techniques to successfully make your own macarons. You will not be disappointed!

Stunning Start to our Brief Paris Visit

Megan_M, Jul 2023

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hello Megan_M, Thank you for sharing your special experience! We know that Chef Jean-Yves enjoyed your company and the food-filled fun! We are excited to hear from you and hope to see you at another Eatwith table in the future. Happy travels!

Delicious

Cheryl_A, Jul 2023

Jean yves is wonderful… we had an amazing time and learned so much… the location is lovely… we cant wait to return soon for another experience with this chef!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hi Cheryl_A, We’re glad to hear that you had a great time with your Host! We hope to see you soon at another Eatwith table, either in your hometown or during your travels!

Amazing!!!

Stephanie_D, Jul 2023

Chef Jean Yves is incredible. This experience was unforgettable and once in a lifetime. Highly recommend!!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hi Stephanie_D, We’re glad to hear that you had a great time with Chef Jean Yves! We hope to see you soon at another Eatwith table, either in your hometown or during your travels!