France · WORKSHOPS
The 15 best workshops & classes you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Make a 12 ml Fragonard perfume, learn the three-note scent pyramid, and tour a historic Paris museum near the Opéra Garnier.
“This is a must have if you have never been to Paris before! Such a cute activity to do filled with knowledge about perfumes. All the staff at the museum was so lovely, especially our guide and the perfumes are incredible some of the best I've smelt!”
Cook a three-course French lunch, visit a Latin Quarter market, taste cheese and wine, and learn practical techniques at Le Foodist in Paris.
“Review of fine dinning and the importance of good ingredients and cooking technique.. the trip to an open air market was fascinating. A very good overview of the types French cheese and how they are created and how to identify quality labels. Plating and serving were also demonstrated. Dinner was delicious, specific and general questions addressed. A lovely six hours that went too quickly. Highly recommended.”
Bake croissants, pain au chocolat, and pain au raisin with a chef in a small Paris class near Place des Vosges.
“Prisca was an amazing teacher! She was so patient, informative, and kind. She made the experience fun!! She also not only taught us just about making croissants but she also taught us a little bit about the culture and even some French words. I would highly recommend!!”
Learn French macaron techniques with a pastry chef at Galeries Lafayette in Paris, making shells, ganache, and four macarons to enjoy or take home.
“This activity was wonderful! It was informative, interactive and so much fun. I would highly recommend if you are traveling in a group, this is suitable for all ages!”
Make a 12ml Eau de Toilette in Èze, tour Fragonard’s factory, learn fragrance notes, and enjoy Mediterranean views for $36.
“Kathy was fantastic in leading our workshop! I felt like I learned so much from just one class/ tour. Definitely taking this knowledge with me as I head back home.”
Create a custom Paris perfume near Île Saint-Louis, learn scent blending, and take home a 50 ml fragrance in this hands-on workshop.
“Such a great workshop! Facilitators were kind and informative. The small group size allowed for an enhanced experience with an amazing keepsake. Would definitely recommend!”
Learn to make buttery French croissants, pain au chocolat, and cinnamon swirls in a small-group Paris pastry class at Maison Fleuret.
“This was such a wonderful way to spend a Saturday morning in Paris! Lyndsey was a fantastic pastry chef who shared so much with us. We came away having learnt some new skills and with two bags filled with delicious croissant and pain au chocolat. Thank you so much Maison Fleuret, we will think of you every time we embark on this laminated dough adventure!”
Tour Fragonard’s Grasse factory, learn perfume basics, and blend a personal 12ml Eau de Toilette in a quick, hands-on class.
“It was a great tour of the the famous Fragonard parfum factory with everything explained well in English and of course I made my own bottle of eau de parfum. Recommend!”
Create a 30ml custom Eau de Parfum at Molinard in Nice or Grasse with expert guidance, 40 essences, and a hands-on 45-minute workshop.
“it was so much fun. the perfumer was brilliant. loved it”
Learn French macaron making in a small Paris class with hands-on instruction, tea, coffee, and 20 to 30 colorful pastries to take home.
“Excellent, informative and fun instructors. My teenage children and I had an equally fantastic time. Not sure we’ll ever try making macarons at home but a really cool and different experience in Paris. Groups only had 8 people and everyone worked in pairs so lots of individual attention.”
Learn French macaron making in a small Paris class with a chef, from meringue and ganache to a box of treats to take home.
“This was a highlight of our family's trip to Paris. We love food and cooking and so this was perfect for us. It took place in a beautiful kitchen area with one other family. With the small group, the instructor could give us the attention we needed to make perfect macarons. I was afraid ours might turn out looking like an elementary school project, but everyone's turned out to look great and taste even better. You couldn't even tell the difference in what our 6yo son made versus the adults. That's how full-proof the system was. So much fun! My only regret is that we didn't have time to try…”
Create a 50 ml signature scent at Molinard in Grasse, choose from 90 essences, and learn the basics of French perfume making.
“We are very satisfied; everything went well, clearly explained, great atmosphere. I am happy with my own fragrance.”
Taste six French wines in a 17th-century Paris cellar, learn labels, terroir, Champagne, and food pairing with an English-speaking sommelier.
“It was very informative and interesting overall enjoyed my time with great guide and company and ofc wine!”
Make and decorate 250 to 300 g of chocolate, taste more at Choco-Story, and explore three floors of chocolate history in central Paris.
“The Chocolate Chef was friendly and informative. Everything was great.”
Cook a three-course French dinner in Paris with an English-speaking chef, optional Latin Quarter market visit, wine, and hands-on instruction.
“Excellent experience with Chef Luke. He took the time to go over every detail all while making the evening a pleasure. Delicious dinner and dessert!”
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