What better way to discover a city famous for its fine cuisine than with someone whose life is devoted to sharing that passion? Our tasting tours and cooking classes are run by French food industry professionals – from trained pastry chefs and sommeliers to authors and food bloggers. And the highlight – not only learning about the delicacies of France but sampling them alongside your local culinary expert.
Your entry into the exquisite world of macarons will begin in the Batignolles district, where you’ll be welcomed into your chef’s renowned cooking school and fully equipped kitchen. As you marvel at the professional-grade equipment you’ll have a moment to get to know your English speaking teacher as she explains the concepts and techniques to come.
Once you’ve donned your apron it’s time to jump in! You’ll be guided step by step to ensure you end up with a delicious finished product, and your chef will have plenty of techniques and wisdom to impart along the way. French baking is a serious endeavor, and an art form, but also fun—so you’re sure to have a smile on your face every step of the way. You’ll learn the secret techniques that make macarons so devilishly divine.
Whatever your level of cooking experience, your chef is a professional who will adapt the course accordingly. You’ll certainly be in capable hands: she has trained under the best French chefs at the prestigious Lenôtre culinary school. And at the end, all that’s left is the thrill of biting into one of France’s exquisite modern classics, handmade by you! Welcome to the true flavor of Paris.
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