Cooking class in Paris with private chef and molecular option

Description

Cooking class in Paris with private chef and molecular option

Location
City: Paris
District: 2nd arrondissement
Region: Île-de-France
Access: Metro Bourse (Line 3), near Place des Victoires

The experience includes

• 3-hour cooking class in Paris
• Choice between traditional or molecular cuisine
• Hands-on preparation of a full menu (starter, main, dessert)
• Expert instruction from a chef, member of Toques Blanches Internationales
• Group tasting of your dishes with a glass of wine
• Printed recipes to take home

What to expect

The cooking class in Paris takes place in a professional kitchen or in a restored townhouse, depending on the theme. You are welcomed by the chef, a recognised member of the Toques Blanches Internationales network. The class is conducted in a relaxed and collaborative setting.

Two formats are available:

Traditional French cooking class

You learn to prepare a full seasonal menu. The chef demonstrates techniques for handling ingredients, cooking methods, seasoning, and presentation. You cook the dishes step by step and learn practical tips that can be applied at home.

Molecular cooking lesson in Paris

This format focuses on innovative techniques such as emulsion, controlled cooking, gelification, and food chemistry. The chef explains each process clearly and shows how to apply it in everyday meals. This molecular cuisine format allows you to experiment with modern methods while maintaining simple preparation steps.

At the end of each session, participants share the meal they’ve cooked, paired with wine. You leave with printed recipe cards, allowing you to reproduce the menu at home.

This cooking class in France offers a practical experience for anyone wishing to cook in a structured setting—whether you are visiting Paris or already living in the city.

About The Toques Blanches Internationales

The Toques Blanches Internationales is a global association of professional chefs committed to promoting culinary excellence and French gastronomic traditions. Founded in France, it brings together chefs from various backgrounds who uphold high standards in cuisine, service, and training. Membership reflects experience, professional ethics, and active participation in culinary development both nationally and internationally.

About molecular gastronomy

Molecular gastronomy is a scientific approach to cooking that studies the physical and chemical processes involved in food preparation. It focuses on how ingredients react to temperature, pressure, and techniques like emulsification or gelification. Used by chefs to create new textures and presentations, it combines culinary skill with food science to improve understanding and control of cooking methods.

Other important information

• Participants: Up to 8 people per group
• Languages: Classes primarily in French and English (basic)
• Minimum age: Adults (18+)
• Dates:
  Traditional class: Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00–13:00 and Friday evening, 18:30–21:30
  Molecular class: Offered quarterly, usually Friday or Saturday, 10:00–13:00 or 18:30–21:30
  This cooking class can be privatized.

Validity

On XperienceFrance, you purchase a voucher valid for 12 months from the date of purchase. It can be used for yourself or given as a gift.
If you would like to check availability for specific dates, please contact us before making your purchase.