What an awesome experience! I took a class at Cook'n with Class in December 2012, and it was one of the high points of my trip. Chef Alex was entertaining and informative, sharing with us tips from his experience in baking. WIthin the course of a few hours, we made fougasse, baguette and brioche -- yet it never felt rushed. A hands-on experience, we had a lot of fun. The recipes emailed to us made it easy to duplicate the experience at home. I've gotten rave reviews from friends and family on my baguettes now, and would definitely check out other courses at Cook'n with Class when I am in Paris again. read more

Fantastic class! One of the highlights of our trip. Chef Patrick was awesome and did a great job teaching us, and our kids! On top of a fun, and educational, evening, we had a gourmet meal that was truly unforgettable. I highly recommend!! read more

Cook'n With Class - Brady and Racine preparing dessert! - Cooking Schools Near Me - Paris, 75

Did the Friday gourmet food tour with Preston and this is my second food tour in Paris and this one was by far the best. We went to an out of way area of Paris with a one block strip of food stores. Candy and pastry at Sebastian Gauard with yummy almond croissants plus every stop we got something to take back to the school for lunch. 3 different types of bread, 2 deserts, cheese and meat platter, chocolates tasting, puff pastures so many different types of food and a quick metro back to the school and eating all the goodies with wine! Highly recommend this tour and school, did he croissant baking three years ago and was fun. Nice people! read more

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A must-see on your trip to Paris, in my opinion. If you're planning a lot of walking and museums, like I did, this is a great break of standing still and focusing on a different kind of learning and creation. Chef Maxime helped our small class make five amazing desserts in just three hours and even better, I learned a lot and feel very confident I'll be able to recreate some of them on my own. Wonderful atmosphere, too, and really close to the metro. Treat yourself to this amazing experience! read more

I have taken almost all the cooking classes at Cook'n With Class. From beautiful macarons, to a French baguette, to patisserie, market class, and finally molecular gastronom--they all are amazing. Small, individualized, and informative classes are what you will get. This school is a hand's on program, no demonstrations here. The instructors are caring and fun, and will engage about ingredients, methods, short-cuts, and shopping. Each instructor brings their passion and insights to the class and shares their knowledge with you. An email is sent with the recipes and the school continues by being available when you re-create at home. I highly recommend Cook'n With Class to anybody who loves food or wants to learn about the art and craft of cooking and baking. It is a real find in the City of Light. read more

Best day in Paris Cooking with Class is a not to be missed experience in Paris if you love to cook. Chef Alex walked us around the markets of Paris to choose our foods and experience market shopping Paris style. The cheese shop was my personal favorite, so much wonderful cheese, so little time.....We then brought our food back to the kitchen for a multi-course meal paired with wine. We all (6 persons) took turns prepping and preparing the meal and then enjoying the fruits of our labor. Well worth the price. Definately my favorite day in Paris. read more

A friend and I took the Mad About Choux class at Cook'n With Class in Paris on August 29, 2014. It was a great experience and the highlight of my Paris trip. Chef Pino Ficara was an amazing instructor with impeccable English, a wealth of knowledge, and the patience of a saint. There were only four students in the class and everyone fully participated. I probably asked more questions than most and his answers were articulate, educated, and helpful. There is so much that you cannot learn from a book or video, that the chef taught us. He was also very helpful in where to find resources in the United States. We left the class with a bagful of goodies to take back to the apartment and brag about. Having not been in Paris in over 10 years, this experience made me want to come back for more lessons. Friends took the desserts class the week before and a similar fabulous experience. I highly recommend this experience for anyone who loves to cook. read more

Of all the things we did in Paris - this was by far the best. Chef Alex was knowledgeable, skilled, inclusive, and simply fun. He educated us about everything from regions where cheese was made (as well as the why and how), where the seafood came from, manners when in a French home, he knew the local vendors and introduced us, and of course he taught us new cooking skills on top of new recipes. I have been making the recipes already! Working with our group drew us close and we all had a blast. The market, chef, class, and food was incredible. A woman in our group was there for a second time. We will definitely return if we come back to Paris. read more

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My mother and I had the most amazing experience doing the bread making class with Chef Sarah! Leading up to the class, we were the only 2 to have signed up and we're worried it was going to be canceled as a result. Instead, we got a "private class" which allowed for more hands on experience and the chance to really get to know our Chef. She was very kind & patient and helped us through the entire process. At the end we were able to try all the bread we made (6 different variations!!) as well as take as much as we wanted home. I would absolutely recommend this class to anyone considering!! read more

Cook'n With Class - assortment of bread during the bread making class! - Cooking Schools Near Me - Paris, 75

Outstanding use of Euros, time and taste buds. I took the market and cooking class with our chef extraordinaire, Patrick, a Frenchman who lived in the US for 30 years and considers him selfs a Shreveport expat! His guided tour of the market and lesson on how to buy, serve and pair cheese was worth the price of admission within the first 20 minutes.... But there was more, so much more! The meal is based on what is seasonal, fresh and catches the chefs fancy - their "carte blanch" is wide. We chose fois gras, fish with haricot verts, delicate tomatoes and poached fennel... Best meal/deal in Paris! Cheese plate with 7 tasting and a chocolate tart with candied orange peel, so simple even a caveman (albeit a foodie one) can make it, yet sophisticated enough to impress Napoleon himself (I'm not pushing it! Really). Our chef for the day was warm, charming, witty, fascinating, down to earth and truly a great teacher - inspirational! He was appalled by our horror stories on T. Haussmann and other stuck up places, and made other recommendations on surviving Paris on the budget gourmand way. Other fellow students (what a superb group from US and Canada - and ps keep your eyes open for www.marlomoo.com food/travel blog) who took other classes stated that every class offered was just as amazing! This is a home cook foodies place to hang with other REAL fellow foodies! Wine flows, conversation is all food, family and friends, and you learn more about yourself and your taste buds and simple French cuisine in a couple of hours than gluing yourself to Julia Childs reruns (uh... Not that there's anything wrong with the great grand damme/mamman of foodies!). read more

My wife and I took the macaron making class. The instructor and the facility were outstanding. We were in a group of 6 people who participated in the hands-on class. We were amazed by the quality of what we produced. We each got to take home a dozen macaron (an assortment of the three flavors we made). We received full recipes via email after the course. We would definitely go back if we return to Paris -- some of our classmates had taken multiple classes here! read more

I took a Pastry CLass with Chef Pino in Cook'n with Class. It was really good and informative. He taught us the tricks of the trade in making French Pastries. I learned a lot from it and I was able to do the recipes again when I got home in the US. I highly recommend this school. They also have other classes like cooking and baking. And, yes this is worth the money. read more

My husband and I decided that for our second trip to Paris, it would be fun to learn how some of our favorite bakery treats are made so we can get a taste of Paris at home. We stayed at a Haven in Paris property (Rue Livingstone) very close to CooknWithClass, which made it very convenient to get to the 9am class. Briony was our amazing instructor- she was extremely knowledgable and her instruction method ensured we understood every step. It was fascinating to learn how to make croissants, croissants au chocolat, pan au raisin and french danishes- it was so helpful to work with a professional pastry chef to get the little nuances that can be taken for granted (like getting the vanilla OUT of the vanilla bean to flavor the cream) and to pick up on tips and tricks of the trade. We ended up with two bags of goodies (that we made) to take back to our apartment, and we had snacks for the next two days! One of our favorite parts of the class was talking with Briony and finding out how the local patisseries and boulangeries would use modified steps to make the baked goods we all love to see in the windows of their shops and eat! Our other favorite part was getting to meet and chat with our other classmates! Highly recommend the class, and specifically can speak to the wonderful talents of Briony! read more

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My husband and I recently participated in a Morning Market Class and I can't say enough great things about the time we had! Our chef, Alex, was awesome! He started the 6 hour experience with us by shopping together in the markets for ingredients for our meal (for which we specified what we'd like to eat.) There were seven students in the class in all. The preparing of the food / cooking was such a great time. We all learned a lot and had a lot of fun. Plus, everything was, of course, delicious. This was certainly one of our favorite experiences in Paris. I would definitely recommend this class. It's not cheap but, in my opinion, it's definitely worth it. read more

Cook'n with Class has been one of our favorite parts of our trip to Paris! We took the croissant making class and we made four different types: original, chocolate, raisin, and apple. The recipes and directions were emailed to us directly in the beginning of class so we could make them again at home. They all were so delicious as we enjoyed them with wine at the end of the class- and even got to take home a huge bag of leftovers afterwards! Chef Alex was friendly and funny; he explained and answered every and any question we had about Paris culture and cuisine. He even gave us great recommendations of local restaurants and bars to try. If we had more time in Paris, we definitely would take another cooking class. Thanks so much, Alex! read more

Cook'n With Class - Variety of croissants from the croissant making class - Cooking Schools Near Me - Paris, 75

After 5 days walking around Paris, I was completely exhausted. There's only so much my little feet could take of walking around the (amazing!) city. I signed up for this class so that I could relax while having a unique experience. I'm so glad I did! Chef Alex was friendly, funny and talented in the kitchen and was a pleasure to be around. The company was great, the food was delicious, and I got to try lots of new food. Highly recommended! read more

This was a great experience and I would definitely recommend it to friends, as it was recommended to me by friends. Chef Alex's knowledge of French food and technique, and his relationship with our amazing food vendors, made the market tour so enjoyable. I learned a ton. We designed and cooked an amazing meal. It was also great to enjoy it over wine with classmates from all over the world. Delicious. One great option at Cook'n with Class is that you can invite a guest for the meal. So for a much lesser price, your friend/husband/etc can enjoy the meal and wine without the full commitment of doing the class. read more

Fantastic macaron class and market class! Loved every moment of it! Ariana taught the macaron class and we were so happy to make four different types! All turned out perfectly and we were able to taste and still have enough to take home! Patrick took us around the market showing us how to choose the freshest fish and ingredients, teaching about different cheeses and asking us what we would like for dinner! Went back to prepare and cook our meal! Enjoyed our best meal in Paris with country pate and wine to start, a sea bass appetiser then veal with mushrooms in creamy delectable sauce, an assortment of 6 different cheeses with more wine, and finishing with chocolate soufflé with berries! Lasted over 9 hours for both classes! Do not miss this place when in Paris! I look forward to being able to return!! read more

Twenty seven stars! Chef Alex came to our Parisian home this evening and cooked the most amazing and delicious meal for our large family. Some of us said it was "the most wonderful meal it have had in Paris". Coordinating between Paris and Los Angeles in advance, and managing some significant dietary and preferential meal requirements was a breeze with this gracious gentleman. We truly are not worthy, non the less we are eternally grateful! read more

I had a great time with the morning market class. Chef Brian showed the group and I (limited to 6) a few gourmet market stalls and cheese shops, which I wouldn't have otherwise approached, while learning nuances of what to look for and how to pair flavours (ex, best serving order and a few presentations for a cheese tasting). WE pieced together a menu of what we'd like to experience of all the seasonal food and headed off to make it. The cooking was all hands on, spaced out with a few nicely timed appetizers, and all the courses came out extremely well. I highly recommend it, and recommend getting reservations early as it books fast. read more

Chef Pino Ficara is awesome! I attended the French desserts class at www.cooknwithclass.com with Chef Pino and I learned so much. I thought my creme brulee was the best since I lived in New Orleans and had a French grandmother. He took time to explain some important steps and show techniques to improve our skills. I love it and can not wait to take more classes when I return to Paris. read more

I took the bread baking class with my Mother, and we had such a great experience! We created baguettes, fougasse, and brioche, all hands on. Questions were encouraged, and led to some great discoveries in bread baking. We can't wait to get home and try some of the techniques in our own kitchens. read more

The morning market class with Chef Alex was absolutely fantastic. The group picked the menu by consensus "on the fly" and Alex was able to create an amazing menu. Alex is a wealth of knowledge on food and as a result, I learned so much at the market on how to select food. Alex is also a great teacher. If you enjoy cooking, this class is a must do while in Paris! read more

We just completed the morning market class and honestly this was one of the highlights in our stay in Paris. The market was excellent , amazing seafood, meats, cheeses , fruits,and vegetables, but the chef makes all the difference. After deciding the menu we returned and made the most amazing 4 course meal. I love to cook and this really took it to a whole new level. Very fun and instructional without being cold or impersonal. Seriously fun ! Add lots of wine and cheese and it's an amazing day In Paris. And the location it's bad at all ,very cute and authentic. You will love it!!!!! read more

Time well spent. Chef Patrick is an experienced and excellent instructor. He knows the ingredients and preparation methods. He is also very patient with klutzes like myself who have a lot to learn about kitchen procedures. I highly recommend Cook'n With Class! read more

Had a fantastic time at the Evening Market Class with Chef Patrick. It was so much better than what I was expecting. First we went to the market and it was so great learning about the way of choosing the best produce. Later we went back to start cooking and it was a lot of fun, Chef Patrick was entertaining and was a true expert. I never took a cooking class before, so I cannot compare it to any other but going to this one with Patrick is definitely a great way of spending your time in Paris and learning about French cooking. read more

This is an Awesome all Day Cooking Class with Master Chef Brian Defehr. This is our second time doing this, when visiting Paris, France. We started the day by shopping at local market to purchase meats, vegetables, fruits and cheeses. Then we went back to the modern cooking class, where we learned how to cook a delicious 4 course meal. We highly recommend doing this as a family! read more

I did this class with my two teenage daughters and it was well worth it. You will learn a tremendous amount about baking and have a great deal of fun. Our instructor, Sara, was patient and extremely competent, a true professionally trained chef. We made baguettes, cinnamon rolls and a host of other baked goods, you will come away with a true appreciation for art of baking and a nice bag of fresh made goodies. read more

COOK'N WITH CLASS was a wonderful Parisian experience! The first class we took, Market Class, was fabulous. The chef instructor, Alex, is a very talented chef, people skilled and patient. We shopped at local markets, learned about the many fresh food rules in France, and discussed our options for the meal the 6 members in our class prepared. We prepared a complete meal with several courses including dessert! It was a delicious experience. The Dessert and Baking classes were two separate classes each taught by Pino Facara, another talented and knowledgeable chef. He demonstrated and taught us how to prepare about 12 different desserts between the two classes. One class consisted of five members, the other only four members. These were hands-on classes. We did all the preparation ourselves, with Chef Pino guiding us. He highlighted fundamentals used in baking and dessert preparations. For me, learning how to prepare and assemble croissants was the best! I learned so much from both these chefs. My sister and I were in these classes just before Thanksgiving. We got a tip from Chef Pino about preparing apple pie filling. I prepared my apple filling as suggested. On Thanksgiving Day, my 40-year-old son said it was the best apple pie I had ever made! That comment made my day. If you want hands on cooking, gaining a wealth of knowledge, mastering cooking skills and lots of fun, you will experience all of that when you participate in COOK'N WITH CLASS. Submitted by: Corky K., Manchester, New Hampshire read more

I recently took the Morning Market Cooking Class with Chef Constance and it was such a fantastic experience. We all had a lot of fun and we learned a lot. Chef Constance shared with us some really great tips and advice on how to recognize the top vendors in the market, and then how to select the best and freshest ingredients. I did a lot of research before booking this class and I even took a market cooking class a few days later with one of Cook'n With Class's competitors, and I had a much better experience with Cook'n With Class. No doubt. The class size was perfect (not too big, not too small) and Chef Constance did a great job keeping everyone engaged and even entertained. The facility was very well designed. Top-notch and very clean. It was easy to work, easy to see, easy to hear, and the design helped facilitate conversation and camaraderie. We had easy access to drinking water and wine, and a nice coffee station. Chef Constance had a great rapport with the class and she had an excellent way of sharing her very impressive experiences and expertise. We all had plenty of food and it was absolutely delicious, as was the wine. A special shout-out to the class. One of our group had some challenges with motor skills, and everyone in the class was super understanding, supportive, encouraging, and truly compassionate. This class attracts some incredibly friendly, great people. And that's exactly what I was hoping for. I will definitely book again. Definitely. Solid 5-stars, plus! read more

My girlfriend and I took the French Desserts Class with Emanuelle Gombert while on vacation in Paris. We thoroughly enjoyed learning how to make Creme Brulee, Frozen Grand Marnier Soufle, Tarte Tatin, Financier, and Chocolate Lava Cake! The class size was great (just 6 of us), and Emanuelle was quite friendly and knowledgeable about all things pastry! She even sent us all the recipes via email directly after the class ended. Next time we're in Paris we'll most likely take another class at Cook'n With Class! read more

My wife and I took the market class today with Chef Alex and had a great time! Alex is patient, knowledgeable, funny, and a great teacher, and really took the time to teach us about all the parts of the meal. Our meal was delicious and everything was included (a little pricey, but much less so when you consider how high quality the ingredients are, all of which are included in the course fee). Highly recommended! read more

This place provided the most interesting time I spent in Paris. Learning to make macaroons and pain au chocolate is something I will use often. It is a little more expensive than most cooking classes you find in the states but the experience is well worth it! Plus being "hands on" is far superior to sitting in a demonstration class watching someone else perform the work. read more

Great experience. Signed up for the macaron class and enjoyed it so much that I ended up coming back and taking the Bread class as well. Had a great time. Teachers were very knowledgable. All of the staff was just lovely and very helpful. They recommended places to eat, shop and purchase kitchenware. Will definitely take another class the next time that I am in Paris. read more

Alex, our chef teacher, was fabulous and taught us a lot. He sent us the recipes so hopefully we can re-create them at home. He made the class fun and there are lots of hands-on-opportunity. It is pricey, but well worth it. This is the second class we've taken (the other being the pastry class) and they have both been great. read more

We took the morning market class in April 2012. Chef Constance met up with us and the rest of the group. She is adorable! Funny, sweet, and a really awesome chef. She took us around to the little shops to gather ingredients for our meal. We had a great time talking to her and getting to know the other group members. We tasted the elements of our meals and learned some good tips and tricks. It started around 9 am and we left around 2pm I think. We had such a blast. I would definitely take another class at the school. It was a wonderful experience and I encourage others to give it a shot. If I'm ever in Paris again, I will definitely be signing up for a different class. Maybe the macaroon class :) The food we made tasted fabulous and it was very fulfilling. Take the class, you won't regret it. read more

The Morning Market Class with Chef Alex was a completely wonderful experience. The shops we visited for fresh ingredients were beyond any here in the US. Cheese, meat, fish, fresh produce shops were filled with exquisite goods. Alex knew all the shop-keepers and got the choicest ingredients. The students chose all the types of ingredients and Alex turned our selections into a fabulous meal. It was amazing and fun. Even a very inexperienced cook would be at ease with what Cook"n With Class has to offer. read more

Just returned from Paris where I spent a week. While there my daughter, alex and I took the market class with Chef Patrick and had one of our best nights in Paris! We shopped in all the little shops or the food we would cook for the evening. Patrick explained in every shop we went to what we were looking for from the huge selections of cheeses to the butchers. The class itself was fun, meh allowed us to observe as much as we wanted o be as involved as we wanted to. Our food was the best I had the whole week in Paris! My husband joined us for the meal and was amazed what we accomplished. I highly recommend this class. Lots of fun yet I learned so much. read more

Second time coming and being taught to cook the French way. This time it was desserts. Great teaching and friendliness by Florien, who went through 5 classic desserts. Overall very well done and enjoyable. read more

Finest cooking experience, excellent value. From shopping in the market to menu selection and 5 courses! Extraordinary and refined experience. Brilliant organization. Class size small,most delicious meal we had in Paris. read more