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Traditional Christmas Dinner Cooking Class with Market Visit

Paris, France
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About this activity

Learn to cook an authentic French Christmas dinner from a professional chef in their Paris apartment, starting with a guided market visit to source fresh seasonal ingredients. This intimate 5-hour class culminates in enjoying a three-course festive meal you've prepared yourself, complete with wine pairings and take-home recipes.

While in Paris over the end-of-year holidays, why not treat your taste buds with this unique opportunity to make a delicious, French-style Christmas meal, under the expert guidance of one of a professional chef? With creative festive recipes that combine healthy, local fresh seasonal ingredients, you'll discover a starter, main dish and dessert that are part of France's Christmas traditions and culinary heritage.

You'll begin the class bright and early meeting your chef and going together to the nearby local market. Here, your chef will share with you their knowledge of French ingredients, and you'll pick up everything you need to make the perfect Christmas meal.

You'll then return together to the chef's apartment where you'll get to work preparing the three dishes; as the class is limited to 8 people, this guarantees a real hands-on cooking class for all involved. No previous cooking skills are needed, as you will be coached through every step. Finally, at the end of the class, you'll be able to sit down and delight in the festive three-course meal that you've prepared, along with French wine. Your chef will also share with you the recipes of everything you prepared, so that you can make these festive dishes back home! This class is only offered during the end-of-year holiday season, so make sure you book while you can!

Highlights

  • ✓Market tour with chef to select ingredients and learn about French seasonal produce
  • ✓Hands-on preparation of starter, main course, and dessert rooted in French Christmas traditions
  • ✓Small group (max 8 people) ensures personalized instruction and plenty of hands-on time
  • ✓Sit down and enjoy the full three-course meal you cooked, paired with French wine
  • ✓Receive written recipes to recreate dishes at home
  • ✓No prior cooking experience required — suitable for all skill levels

Insider tips

  • ★Arrive hungry: the market visit happens early, and you'll be cooking and eating over several hours
  • ★Ask your chef about their favourite seasonal ingredient swaps — French cuisine thrives on adaptation based on what's fresh
  • ★Book well in advance during November; this seasonal class fills up quickly during the holiday period
  • ★Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes for both the market and kitchen — you'll be standing and moving

Good to know

  • •Class held in chef's private apartment in Paris (exact address provided upon booking)
  • •Meeting time is early morning; plan for 5 hours total including market visit, cooking, and dining
  • •Small group size (maximum 8 participants) means more personal attention but earlier booking essential
  • •Not wheelchair accessible due to apartment setting; contact supplier for mobility accommodations
  • •Bring comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes; chef provides aprons and all cooking equipment

Who it's for

Holiday travellers visiting Paris in November–December seeking cultural immersionFood enthusiasts wanting to learn classic French Christmas recipes from a professionalSmall groups or couples looking for an intimate, hands-on culinary experienceTravellers with no cooking experience who want guided instruction in a welcoming setting

Best time to visit

This class runs only during the end-of-year holiday season (typically November through December). Early morning is best to enjoy fresh market selections and have plenty of daylight in the kitchen.

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