We had a great experience as well. My husband and great friend took her class on a recent trip to Provence. If you have the time, I highly recommend Barbara's class. Not only did we learn how to cook some great dishes and learn some new techniques, also learn about the history of the area, culture, and people. read more

We booked the class before we left on our trip to France. It was so much fun and an afternoon well spent. Barbara was such a treasure and a wealth of knowledge about cooking including local restaurants. We are planning a party with friends so we can recreate some of the magic of Provence in California. read more

We decided that it would be fun to try a cooking class while on a trip to Provence. Little did we expect such a wonderful experience! Barbara Schuerenberg, who spoke impeccable English, led us through her gardens to pick herbs that we would be using in her kitchen. The class lasted for the morning, and then we were served what we prepared! Her kitchen is large enough for 4 people to be chopping, or mixing away, happily. Barbara is a gracious hostess, with a lovely home, and lovely grounds/gardens. She was amazingly well organized, having bought each ingredient necessary for the six dishes we were going to prepare. Every dish was prepared with the freshest ingredients, and Barbara was so well organized, that we were able to complete these beautiful dishes in a very short amount of time. She also gave us tips on preparation that will make our cooking in the future, much less burdensome than before. Each dish was delicious, and could very easily be made in our kitchens at home. We walked away with the recipes, which Barbara had printed for each of us, and a new appreciation for the ease with which great cooks can make simple, but fabulous dishes. We loved this experience, which was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to France. read more

My daughter and I really wanted to take a cooking class while in Provence this summer. I found Barbara's website and decided to email her to see if we could get in. Barbara promptly emailed me back that our dates were available to my excitement. Unfortunately we arrive late to her home after getting lost but Barbara was gracious about it and thankfully we didn't have anyone else in the class so we didn't hold anyone else up. The class itself was relaxed and so much fun learning about Provence cuisine and the recipes are all ones I will make again. We cooked for the morning and then enjoyed a leisurely lunch outside on her veranda overlooking her beautiful backyard. It truly was one of the highlights of our trip and when I get back to Provence I will definitely take another class. If you get to that area of France you must take her class as you will learn so much and take home wonderful memories of that day you spend with Barbara. read more