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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We do accept children 12 and above with their parents.
Yes. Due to the nature of the class, we can not accept walk-ins.
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.
Yes, all of our courses are taught in English.
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.
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.
Yes - we can accommodate groups small and large. Please contact us with your specific needs so we can provide you with a quote.
Yes, it is possible for that special somebody to experience the meal with you. Please contact us for specifics.
Of course! We ask that you ensure other participants agree to be in photos/videos and to please share them with us.