French Cooking Class: 3-Course Lunch in Paris

Immerse yourself in the art of French cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Paris. Select fresh ingredients from a local market, learn from a professional instructor, and indulge in a 3-course lunch paired with exquisite French wines.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 6 days
Highlights
  • 59 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine - Assemble at a culinary school in the heart of Paris (59 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine) to kick off your cooking session. Should you choose the 6-hour option, begin with a flaky croissant and a warm beverage, either coffee or tea, before venturing to an outdoor market in the vicinity of Paris’ Latin Quarter with your guide….
What's Included
  • Half a bottle of white or red wine per person
  • Market visit with cheese samples (6-hour option only)
  • Delectable lunch included
  • Croissant paired with coffee or tea (6-hour option only)
  • Guidance from a professional instructor
  • Complimentary Drop-Stop for the perfect wine pour
  • All necessary equipment and attire provided
  • Electronic copy of recipes to take home
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Meal Options
  • Salmon tartare with yuzu - Salmon tartare with yuzu (Japanese vinaigrette), served on a soy-poached turnip
  • Parisian-style coq au vin
  • Poached peach, raspberry coulis, and homemade vanilla ice cream
Additional Information

Explore the basics of authentic French cooking and create a 3-course meal in this 4.5- or 6-hour culinary class in Paris. Start the 6-hour class with a visit to a local food market in Paris’ Latin Quarter to pick your ingredients. Afterwards, work on your menu and prepare your meal under the watchful eyes of an expert instructor. Gather useful cooking…

Location
59 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine
Rue du Cardinal Lemoine
We meet at Le Foodist, 59 Rue Cardinal Lemoine. It is 100 meters from metro Stop Cardinal Lemoine on line 10.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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Melissam833
Oct 29, 2025
Great cooking class, totally worth every moment - My husband and I have been to Paris several times and were looking for a fun activity. This was a great option. We visited the market, learning how to shop in Paris (respecting the customs), trying samples of cheese and speaking with some of the vendors. We then returned to the Foodist space/kitchen and made lunch with the fresh ingredients. There was a nice mix of listening and doing prior to enjoying lunch. This is the second class i have taken and can't wait to return.
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X9695czjayh
Oct 29, 2025
Great class and chef/teacher! - Great class with Paulo; sorry we missed the shopping/market trip. Learned a lot from him and enjoyed the other families in our class. Highly recommend a class here; perhaps next time dessert!
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Austin
Oct 27, 2025
Great experience! - My family and I had a wonderful experience here with Fred. We learned a lot from the market visit plus a visit to a cheese shop where we learned all about cheese! Fred was a great instructor and made sure everyone participated thoroughly in all parts of the cooking process. The final meal was delicious!
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Jjd323
Oct 22, 2025
Memorable and Educational Cooking Experience in Paris - I really enjoyed my cooking class with Luc. I learned many technical tips that will stay with me for life (how to flatten a chicken breast with a knife, how to slice and arrange potatoes for a gratin). We prepared and cooked food with ingredients you would find in any local grocery store or market. He guided us through the preparation of a beautiful lunch with skill, patience and humour. I enjoyed the stories of his culinary adventures through life as a French chef. It was a wonderful way to spend my last day in Paris. Thank you Luc and Le Foodist. Je reviendrai!
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Maureen_g
Oct 18, 2025
Delightful experience!! - It’s a full experience with a market place experience and a super chef, Luc. He was highly trained in culinary expertise and very patient with all of us (10 in class) as we gleaned from his wisdom. I felt like he wasn’t just our teacher but blended with us as a friend who truly cared about us and our experience. It was pure joy and a delightful day with an an amazing lunch and wine to share.
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416bld
Oct 17, 2025
A Paris experience not to be missed! - Bon Jour, Chef Frederick, I attended Chef Frederick's luncheon cooking class today with my dear friend. I cannot begin to tell everyone how fantastic the class was. Chef Frederick is a very congenial teacher and makes the experience wonderful for everyone in the class. He is very thorough in his explanations and we learned so much down to the finest detail. We did the cooking class and prepared a full meal that was absolutely divine. Time flew by so quickly and I loved every minute of this class. I have been to Paris many times and this is by far my favorite experience. Thank you so much Chef Frederick for sharing your love of cooking and superb food with our class. I highly recommend this experience whether you are a novice or experienced cook. Book ahead and enjoy!
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Beth
Oct 16, 2025
Stop scrolling! Book this one 10/10 - Exceeded expectations! Our chef, Luc, was funny, thorough, patient and spoke English well! We made an amazing 3 course meal that I can recreate at home! Don’t book anything else- this one was incredible! I’ll be doing the pastry class when I come back to Paris!
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J368xdcarolync
Oct 15, 2025
Best Parisien Expérience by Far - Wow…what a great experience! Our chef Luke was terrific, clear and very prepared. The food was delicious. The small class size was perfect! This has been my favorite activity so far in Paris…better than the Eiffel Tower, Giverny and Versailles all together! Can’t wait to try the recipes at home!
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Williamms232pe
Oct 8, 2025
Enjoyed our Paris cooking class 2025 - We first visited the market with chef Frederic with his knowledge & entertainment. The lunch we prepared with him was truly a memorable experience. This tour was a highlight of our Paris trip and can't wait to go back. Bill & Carolyn Meyers
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Paulaj7979ii
Oct 7, 2025
Definitely worth it!! - I have been remiss in posting a review. We very much enjoyed the class. The venue was well set up and we definitely had the opportunity to fully participate in the selection of the ingredients at the market and the preparation of the meal. The techniques learned will be valuable beyond the specific dishes we prepared. The chef was very knowledgeable and informative. Worth the visit.
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From $230
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 6 days before the start of your experience (local time).