Paris · WORKSHOPS
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These workshops cover the strongest ways into the experience, from compact first visits to slower specialist options. The practical differences are set out before each full review.
Fragonard Paris mini perfume workshop near Opéra Garnier. Tour the museum, blend a 12 ml eau de toilette, take your scent home.
“We had so much fun we made our own perfume and we discovered we learned about the history of perfumes. It was overall very good.”
Cook a French 3-course lunch in central Paris, with optional Latin Quarter market shopping and guided wine pairings for small groups.
“Worth every penny. If you’re on the fence about doing this cooking class, let this review alleviate any concerns. This was hands down one of the best activities that we did in Paris and one of the best cooking classes I’ve ever taken (and that’s said by someone who always takes cooking classes when they travel). The entire experience was fun, rewarding, and I learned a lot about the science of cooking. Frederick was our host and chef and he was incredible - knowledgeable, funny, warm, and knows how to make everyone feel included. Recommendation 1 is to take the full class with the market tour, it makes the cooking…”
Make croissants, pain au chocolat, and pain au raisin in a small Paris class with a chef, drinks included, plus a recipe booklet.
“An amazing experience. Friendly instructor something we will do as a family once we get home. The best tour we did in Paris”
Learn macaron baking at Galeries Lafayette in Paris, with a French pastry chef, hands-on piping, and take-home recipes, plus 4 macarons.
“Marie was excellent and Patient!! The macarons were delicious!!”
2-hour perfume creation near Ile Saint-Louis. Blend 2 or 3 scents, learn the history, and take home a 50 ml bottle.
“Great class! Very informative and getting to leave with you own custom scent is a huge plus! I'd highly recommend.”
Learn French croissant technique in a small Paris class at Maison Fleuret, led by English-speaking chefs, with take-home results.
“Had so much fun learning how to make these croissants and best of all they were delicious! Our instructor was supper knowledgeable and had a ton of insight on Paris. Highly recommend taking this class on your first or second day in the city.”
Small-group macaron class at Le Foodist in central Paris. Make colorful shells and filling, then taste with tea or coffee.
“Truly an enjoyable and fun way to spend an afternoon!! Stephane was very knowledgeable and experienced! He also had a great sense of humor! I wasn’t sure what to expect and was pleasantly surprised.”
Learn French macarons in a small chef-led workshop near Paris, mastering meringue, ganache, and piping, then take home a box.
“A great family activity (our children are 14 and 9 and both really enjoyed it). Guide was great at explaining and we all had fun. Highly recommended”
Learn to taste French wine in a 17th-century cellar near the Louvre, sampling Champagne and wines from major French regions with an English sommelier.
“Jazmin were very nice and funny and make the time very enjoyable.”
Design and decorate your own chocolate bar in Paris, then enjoy the Choco-Story museum exhibits, tasting, and a virtual demo, too.
“Went for the activity with 2 kids: 8 and 10. It was an enjoyable experience for all.”
Shop Paris’ Latin Quarter market, then cook a guided 3-course French dinner with wine and cheese. Small group, English class, easy recipes.
“As a family who loves food and cooking we were pumped for this cooking class. Our spirits were lifted even higher when we met our chef Paulo who immediately greeted us with a warm welcome and showed real enthusiasm about cooking. While we weren't able to go to the market with Paulo, but heard that it was an excellent opportunity to learn what chefs look for in ingredients when curating their menus. Moreover, we really loved the environment Paulo created in the kitchen, he was excellent at combining professionalism with a home style vibe and making us all feel included and helpful in the kitchen. 10/10 experience and would definitely…”
Small group French cooking in a chef’s apartment, optional market tour, hands on lessons, and a lunch with wine.
“We had a great time with chef Dominique. We were invited to his home to prepare a delicious French meal. He was very welcoming and knew a lot about French food as he has been a professional chef for many years! The food was delicious and we are all inspired to recreate this meal back home. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend it!”
Learn to bake classic French macarons in a small chef-led class in the Marais near Place des Vosges, choose flavors, and take home a box.
“Well- I may not officially be a French pastry chef yet, but Mateo made our macaroon cooking experience so fun and easy, I felt like I could be! I attended with my 80 year old mom and 11 year old niece and we all really enjoyed it! I am on my way to Michelin star desserts!”
Make a custom 50ml perfume at Maison Molinard in Paris. Build top, heart, and base notes, then get 10% off in the boutique.
“My teens and I loved creatinh iur own perfumes. a unique souvenir from Paris.”
Make four French macarons in Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, learn tips in English, and take home 4 pastries plus 2 recipes.
“Great small group. Chef was absolutely great and really taught us a lot. I wish it was in an actual bakery but still a fun experience.”
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