Market Tour & French Cooking Class

Market Tour & French Cooking Classes: Explore with Your Senses

We kick off this day at our delightful Latin Quarter location with coffee and fresh croissants before heading out as a group to a local open-air market. After your guide fills you in on the history of the neighborhood, they will begin to weave you through the various stalls and explain the history of French market culture. You'll receive fascinating insight into how professionals choose produce and an understanding of where the vast array of products come from. You are given free time to roam about the market and put your newly found knowledge to the test, before going back to the kitchens where all of your ingredients have already been purchased and selected especially for your class by a professional. During the hands-on cooking experience, you will be introduced to fundamental culinary techniques and learn about the theory behind them, all while having fun and drinking a glass (or two) in the process. Our time will conclude with a delicious 3-course lunch paired alongside carefully selected wine and cheeses for you to enjoy the fruits of your labor! During lunch, your host will share stories on each of the dishes to help illustrate various aspects of French culture: a bit of history, a touch of sociology, tongue in cheek humor, and naturally quite a bit of gastronomy.

In France, the pleasure of a meal derives both from the food and the fact that we share our meals. And what do we share? Usually conversations about food. So we will make sure you hear our stories about the ingredients and recipes along the way, and take the opportunity to discover a bit more about the French culture.

Class Highlights

Visit to Local Paris Market
Charming Location in the Latin Quarter
Coffee & Croissants
Authentic French dishes
Hands-on cooking instructions
Three-course lunch
Wine and cheese

Availability

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Includes
- Coffee and croissants to start the day
- Visit to open-air market
- Live instructor
- Ingredients and cooking tools for each course
- 3-course meal and wine pairings
Meeting Point
The 9:00am class meets at 59 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine, 75005 Paris, France. The closest métro is Cardinal Lemoine métro (line 10).

The 4:30pm class meets at the exit of the Mabillon métro (line 10) exit, located at the intersection of Rue du Four and Rue de Montfaucon.

More address details will be included in your confirmation email.
Language(s)
English
Maximum Group Size
11
Good to Know
- While we begin our time together at a local Parisian market in order to teach you about how produce is selected for the highest quality cooking - all of the ingredients for your cooking course will be purchased and taken care of for you.
- You don't have to already be a great cook to enjoy this activity. The fun and instructive nature of the class gives both beginners and cooking fanatics a wonderful experience.
- Simple techniques are the foundation of any great French meal and French professional cooking certification. So we cover 5 to 7 of these fundamental techniques in each of our classes and then we explain a bit of the theory, because we all learn differently.
- Our sit-down meal after your hard work will be conducted the authentic French way: relaxing, sharing stories, and with wine!

Includes
- Coffee and croissants to start the day
- Visit to open-air market
- Live instructor
- Ingredients and cooking tools for each course
- 3-course meal and wine pairings
Highlights
- Coffee & Croissants
- Visit to Parisian Open-Air Market
- Authentic French Recipes & Culinary Techniques
- Charming Location
- Hands-on Cooking Class
Meeting Point
The 9:00am class meets at 59 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine, 75005 Paris, France. The closest métro is Cardinal Lemoine métro (line 10).

The 4:30pm class meets at the exit of the Mabillon métro (line 10) exit, located at the intersection of Rue du Four and Rue de Montfaucon.

More address details will be included in your confirmation email.
Language(s)
English
Maximum Group Size
11
Good to Know
- While we begin our time together at a local Parisian market in order to teach you about how produce is selected for the highest quality cooking - all of the ingredients for your cooking course will be purchased and taken care of for you.
- You don't have to already be a great cook to enjoy this activity. The fun and instructive nature of the class gives both beginners and cooking fanatics a wonderful experience.
- Simple techniques are the foundation of any great French meal and French professional cooking certification. So we cover 5 to 7 of these fundamental techniques in each of our classes and then we explain a bit of the theory, because we all learn differently.
- Our sit-down meal after your hard work will be conducted the authentic French way: relaxing, sharing stories, and with wine!

FAQ

Expand/Collapse Where is the meeting point?

The 9:00am class meets at 59 Rue du Cardinal Lemoine, 75005 Paris, France. The closest métro is Cardinal Lemoine métro (line 10).

The 4:30pm class meets at the exit of the Mabillon métro (line 10) exit, located at the intersection of Rue du Four and Rue de Montfaucon.

More address details will be included in your confirmation email.
Expand/Collapse What does 'Fat Tire Tours Approved' mean?

We've been perfecting our tours since 1999, and we are always looking for new ways to improve our tour menu for our guests. We are committed to expanding the activities offered during your stay in Paris to make for an unforgettable experience. So for all of the experiences that we aren't able to deliver on our own, we've hand-selected the best local providers to offer a wide-range of unique and fun activities for our guests.

With anything Fat Tire Tours Approved, you still receive our spectacular customer service ready to assist you in any way we can, 24/7, as well as the guarantee that we have hand selected the best possible partners to supplement our tour menu.
Expand/Collapse Is this activity appropriate for children?

We do accept children 12 and above with their parents.
Expand/Collapse Are reservations required?

Yes. Due to the nature of the class, we can not accept walk-ins.
Expand/Collapse Can you accommodate my special dietary needs?

While we will try our best to satisfy any special dietary need, we do not guarantee we will be able to do so, and ask that you let us know about those at least 72 hours prior to the class. Failure to do this might result in not being able to accommodate your needs but will not warrant a refund.

If on the other hand you let us know at least 72 hours prior to the class, and for some reason we can not fulfil your specific needs on the day of class you have chosen, we will provide either an alternative date or a full reimbursement.
Expand/Collapse Is this activity offered in any other languages, or only English?

Yes, all of our courses are taught in English.
Expand/Collapse What is your cancellation policy?

We're happy to offer free changes and 100% refund up to 24 hours before tour* Failure to cancel a reservation at least 24 hours prior to scheduled departure may result in forfeited travel funds. Fare difference may apply.

*See restrictions here
Expand/Collapse Is the cost of the ingredients included in the price?

Yes! While we begin our time together at a local Parisian market in order to teach you about how produce is selected for the highest quality cooking - all of the ingredients for your cooking course will be purchased and taken care of for you. If you'd like to purchase additional items for youself, please bring extra spending cash in euros.
Expand/Collapse Do you offer private classes?

Yes - we can accommodate groups small and large. Please contact us with your specific needs so we can provide you with a quote.
Expand/Collapse If I take a cooking class, can somebody else join me for the meal?

Yes, it is possible for that special somebody to experience the meal with you. Please contact us for specifics.
Expand/Collapse Can I take pictures and/or videos of my experience?

Of course! We ask that you ensure other participants agree to be in photos/videos and to please share them with us.