Cooking class with awarded chefs in Avignon
Enjoy a cooking class with awarded chefs in Avignon. Prepare and taste a full menu with Rhône wines in a historic home near Palais des Papes.
A cooking class with awarded chefs in Avignon offers a real opportunity to cook in France while learning from professionals. The workshop takes place in the historic heart of Avignon, near the Palais des Papes, inside a former 19th-century cardinal residence.
You join a small group of participants in the original kitchens of a luxury hotel-restaurant, guided by local chefs with strong regional and seasonal knowledge. The cooking class runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and covers a full meal with starter, main course, and dessert.
Participants use professional utensils and work on old-style wood-burning stoves, in a quiet, authentic atmosphere. The activity ends with a full tasting lunch at the chef’s table, paired with wines selected by the in-house sommelier.
This cooking class in Avignon is open all year (except July), and can be booked individually or as a private session.
For anyone seeking to cook in France in a meaningful way, this cooking workshop in Avignon delivers both skills and a deeper understanding of French gastronomy.
Where and when
Location
The cooking class takes place in central Avignon, in Provence (PACA region, France). The venue is a luxury 5-star hotel located at the foot of the Palais des Papes.
The cooking workshop is held in the preserved 19th-century kitchens of the hotel’s historical building. The setting offers charm and silence, away from tourist crowds.
Dates and availability
This cooking class with awarded chefs in Avignon runs throughout the year, except in July. Sessions are available on select weekdays.
The workshop lasts from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Booking is required in advance.
The experience
A complete culinary session
The cooking class starts at 9:30 a.m. You are welcomed in the old kitchen by the chef, who explains the day’s theme and dishes. All materials are provided: apron, tools, and recipe sheets.
You will prepare a complete menu including a starter, a main course, and a dessert. The session is hands-on. Each participant cooks at their station under the guidance of the chef.
Dishes vary by season. Past menus have included:
- Green and white asparagus with mousse and vinaigrette
- Stuffed capon with fish broth
- Chocolate soufflé with candied pear
or - Burned tomato with spiced gazpacho
- Roast lamb fillet with thyme, eggplant and celery
- Strawberries with white chocolate and mint salad
Tasting lunch
Once the cooking is done, you’ll enjoy your three-course meal at the chef’s table. The lunch includes an aperitif and wines from the Rhône Valley, selected by the sommelier.
This shared table moment allows questions, exchanges, and comments in a relaxed setting.
Options
Optional upgrades are available at extra cost (payable on site):
- “Truffle, Morels & Lobster” themed session
- Cooking with a Michelin-starred chef
- Cooking and meditation
The chef
The chefs hosting this cooking class in Avignon are experienced professionals from the Provence region. Many have trained in prestigious kitchens and focus on local produce.
They guide participants step by step, sharing techniques, tips, and knowledge. The chefs rotate depending on availability and theme, ensuring diverse perspectives.
Some sessions may feature Michelin-starred chefs, depending on schedule. These sessions require a supplement.
The teaching approach is informal and practical, ideal for both beginners and advanced amateurs.
Benefits of the experience
A cooking class with awarded chefs in Avignon is an immersive way to cook in France while learning authentic techniques.
You work in a historical space using high-quality equipment and local ingredients. It’s a calm, focused environment, free from distractions.
You leave with a clearer understanding of how to balance a full French menu. Participants also receive recipe notes to reproduce dishes at home.
The experience fosters confidence, skill, and understanding of Provence cuisine. It also creates shared moments with the chef and fellow participants.
This cooking class in Avignon is suitable for individuals, couples, and small groups. Private sessions are available on request.
Conditions and restrictions
- Duration: 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Location: Central Avignon, France
- Language: French or English, depending on the session
- Group size: Maximum 12 people. The cooking class can be privatized for yourself or your group.
- Open all year, except July
- Reservation required in advance
- Validity: 12 months after purchase
- Minimum age: 12 years old
- Truffle, lobster and meditation options available at extra cost
- Not suitable for severe dietary restrictions
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