Do you find it more fun to learn to cook in a group? Then you’re ready for cooking classes in Paris!
Would you like to take a cooking class in Paris, but don’t really know how to go about it, or whether it’s right for you? It could be anything: you love to cook, but want to perfect your skills and dazzle your friends and family; you specialize in pastry or Mexican cuisine, but want to become just as proficient in Japanese or dietetic cooking; you’re angry with your pots and pans and your blender, but you’ve decided to start a rapprochement.
Whatever your situation, the idea of taking a cooking class is sure to appeal to you. What’s more, it’s a no-brainer to try the experience in Paris, capital of the land of gastronomy. Your taste buds will go wild… and those of your future guests too!
Ready to take the plunge? Then dust off your chef’s hat and don your apron!
How does a cooking class work?
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The range of possible configurations and content is vast: individual or group cooking classes, on site or at home, in small or large numbers, on traditional or original culinary themes, one-off or regular courses, French or world cuisine, autonomy or close coaching, in a simple or exceptional setting, and so on.
As a general rule, there are a few basics. Firstly, equipment, materials and ingredients are almost always provided. Secondly, a course involves the preparation of a recipe or meal. Finally, tasting is included in the price.
Surprisingly, but totally in line with the current trend, there are also online cooking courses. Indeed, top chefs are getting in on the act, offering monthly subscriptions.
Last but not least, it’s almost always possible to offer cooking classes via gift vouchers.
What do you learn in a cooking class?
A culinary technique
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Some courses focus on one type of technique, such as pastry-making. Within a single course, you can also work on a number of specific techniques: slicing, steaming, julienne, roasting, wok cooking, using your oven correctly, and so on.
A culinary tradition
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If you’d like to take your senses on a journey, it’s very common for workshops to be based on a foreign culinary tradition: Asian menu, Italian menu, French menu, world menu, and so on.
A culinary style
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You don’t cook the same way for a bistro clientele as for a gourmet restaurant, for an aperitif with friends or for four-year-olds! As a result, you can sometimes choose to discover and work on one of these styles.
A kitchen in tune with the times
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Whether it’s autumn or spring, some workshops offer the chance to cook with seasonal produce. If Christmas is just around the corner, you can be sure that you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to festive menus! Finally, it’s possible to cook healthily and responsibly. You’ll have no trouble finding gluten-free, organic, dietetic, zero-waste or sustainable cooking classes.
How long and when?
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Duration
Course durations vary widely. You’ll have classes lasting just thirty minutes, which take place over the lunch break, classes lasting an hour, an hour and a half, two hours, three hours, half a day, a day, over several days or several weeks.
Days and times
For thirty-minute lessons: around 12 p.m.
Less than two hours: in the morning (early morning), in the afternoon (from 3 p.m.), at the end of the day (at 7 p.m.).
Two-hour courses: morning (early morning), Saturday morning, Sunday before dinner.
Full-day or week-long courses: starting at 9 a.m.
How much does a cooking class in Paris cost?
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Whether you’re ready to pay the price or have a limited budget, you’ll find all the rates you need.
Workshop courses
It all depends, of course, on the duration.
Rates start at €15 per half-hour, up to €250 per day or €1,300 for five days.
Online cooking courses
9.90 for a one-month subscription.
Gift cards
From €50 for a « seasonal menu » course to €250 for a full day.
How do I book a cooking class?
In the digital age, you can still book your course online or by e-mail. For some courses, it’s best to book in advance.
Cheap cooking classes in Paris
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The chefs’ workshop
Quality cooking classes at low prices, all over Paris and at any time of the week!
Locations: Paris (4th, 8th, 9th, 15th) and Rueil-Malmaison.
Times: every day of the week, between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Duration: from 30 minutes to six weeks!
Prices: from €15 per 30 minutes to over €1,000 per week.
Course types: online, workshop, gift, team building.
Styles: world cuisine, French cuisine, seasonal cuisine, cuisine for children and teenagers, parent-child cuisine, healthy cuisine, bistro cuisine, cocktails, aperitifs, bachelorette parties, oenology, etc.
Techniques: pastry, foie gras, macaroons and various techniques.
Cook and Go cooking workshops
Practical, fast, efficient… and delicious!
Venue: Paris Roquette (11th arrondissement).
Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2.30 p.m., 4.30 p.m. or 6.30 p.m.
Duration: 1 h 30 or 2 h.
Prices: from €29 to €69.
Types of course: workshop, gift, team building.
Modalities: cook, go home, cook and enjoy with your guests!
Styles: world cuisine, French cuisine, seasonal cuisine, parent-child cuisine, wellness cuisine, cocktails, aperitifs, brunches, barbecues, etc.
Techniques: pastry, foie gras, macaroons and various other techniques.
The best cooking classes in Paris
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L’atelier des sens
For home-style cooking in a warm, welcoming atmosphere!
Locations: Paris Bastille, Beaubourg, Haussmann.
Times: Monday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Duration: 1 h to 1 day.
Rates: from €36 per hour to €220 per day. Subscriptions available.
Types of course: workshop, gift, team building.
Modalities: on-site cooking and tasting.
Styles: world cuisine, French cuisine, detox cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, vegan cuisine, bistronomic cuisine, gastronomic cuisine, gluten-free cuisine, sustainable cuisine, oenology, family cuisine, expert cuisine, etc.
Techniques: patisserie, chocolate-making, baking, foie gras, macaroons and various other techniques.
Alain Cirelli’s culinary workshops
Menus to suit all tastes, at affordable prices.
Location: Paris (9th).
Times: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6.30pm, Saturdays from 10am or 2pm.
Duration: 2 or 3 hours.
Prices: €65 for two hours or €85 for three hours.
Types of course: workshop, gift, team building.
Modalities: on-site cooking and tasting.
Styles: gourmet cuisine, Italian cuisine, French cuisine, seasonal cuisine, bistro cuisine, world cuisine, etc.
Techniques: pastry, macaroons and various techniques.
La belle assiette
An original formula for those who prefer to cook at home.
Location: Paris, at your home.
Schedule: You propose the date and time.
Duration: You decide the duration.
Price : You propose a budget and the chef adapts the menu accordingly.
Types of course: workshop, gift, team building.
Modalities: You decide just about everything! A chef comes to your home or office.
Styles: world cuisine, gourmet cuisine, molecular cuisine, organic cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, vegan cuisine, cocktails, gluten-free cuisine, French cuisine, patisserie, brunch, family cuisine, Ayurvedic cuisine, market cuisine, etc.
Techniques: to be determined at time of booking.
Culinary lab
For those who want to discover the techniques of molecular cuisine and surprise their guests!
Location: Paris (17th).
Times: Friday at 7pm, Saturday or Sunday, morning or afternoon.
Duration: 2 or 3 hours.
Prices: €59 for two hours or €89 for three hours.
Types of course: workshop, gift, team building.
Modalities: cooking in a workshop, on site.
Styles: French cuisine, sushi, molecular cuisine, world cuisine, patisserie, modern cuisine, wellness cuisine, drinks, etc.
Techniques: patisserie, molecular cuisine and various techniques.
Alain Ducasse
Come and cook in the Michelin-starred chef’s cooking school!
Location: Paris (16th)
Times: Monday to Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Duration: 2 or 4 hours, full day.
Prices: €90 per two hours, €170 per four hours or €290 per day.
Types of course: workshop, gift.
Modalities : cooking and tasting on site. English courses available.
Styles: children’s cuisine, gourmet cuisine, oenology, French cuisine, wellness cuisine, patisserie, cafénomie, bistro cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, organic and gluten-free cuisine, market cuisine, etc.
Techniques: pastry, foie gras, macaroons and various techniques.
Cook’n with class Paris
For lovers of French cuisine who don’t want to skimp on the means to perfect their skills!
Location: Paris (18th)
Schedule: to be determined with the service provider.
Duration: from 4 hours to one week.
Prices: €150 for four hours, €195 for 5 or 6 hours, €400 for four classes, €525 for six classes, €1,000 for ten classes.
Types of course: workshop, gift.
Modalities: cooking and tasting on site or at home. Classes in English.
Styles: gourmet cuisine, French cuisine, patisserie, oenology, bistro cuisine, gluten-free cuisine, etc.
Techniques: patisserie, bakery, sauces, foie gras, macaroons and various other techniques.
The Lenôtre school
For cooks who are no longer at their first blanquette de veau and would like to perfect their skills, the famous school offers 2 to 5-day courses.
Your mouth watering? Go for it!