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title: Paris Small Group Hands-On Cooking Class with Cordon Bleu Chef
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rating: 4.97
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# Paris Small Group Hands-On Cooking Class with Cordon Bleu Chef

**Guidekin's take:** Prepare each dish from start to finish in Les Batignolles with a small shared group of up to six. Lunch has three or four courses depending on your menu, with coffee or tea included; vegetarian diets can be accommodated, but there is no vegan menu. 4.97 from 121 reviews at €200 per person for 3h 30m.

**Which class first?:** Book the Cordon Bleu chef's lunch class: three or four courses in 3h 30m at €200 per person, 4.97 from 121 reviews; no vegan menu. Trade-off: No vegan menu. (last checked September 15, 2026)

In our comparison: #6 of 19 in Cooking Classes, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Held in one of Paris’s trendiest neighborhoods, Les Batignolles, this is not just a hands-on cooking class but a fully immersive culinary experience led by a former Cordon Bleu instructor. Unlike many Parisian workshops that emphasize demonstrations, this hands-on class ensures every guest actively participates in preparing each dish from start to finish.

With a maximum of six participants, the intimate setting allows for personalized guidance, making it ideal for mastering authentic techniques. While the focus is on classic French cuisine, guests can also explore Colombian or Asian flavors upon request.

After cooking, guests sit together to enjoy the gourmet meal they have created. Each participant leaves with a deeper culinary understanding, a certificate of accomplishment, and a cookbook featuring all the class recipes.

This class is for person aged 15 and older. No children please.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Easy to join by metro in Paris.
- Starts 11:00: one departure a day
- Food included: see what is included
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Age 15+: minimum age to join

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €200 per person
- Duration: 3h 30m
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 121 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Chef Catalina Botero
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 11:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01

## Reviews

4.97 from 121 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 120 of 121.

- 5 stars: 119 (98%)
- 4 stars: 1 (1%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (1%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the practical skills and hospitality, but some received dinner without the advertised hands-on cooking.

**Praised:**
- Practical knife skills and cooking techniques that travellers use at home
- Clear explanations of why ingredients and cooking methods work
- Warm hospitality and lively conversation in the chef's home
- Meals praised for their flavour and enjoyed together after cooking
- Small classes allow personalised instruction and practice

**Complaints:**
- Some report dinner without the advertised cooking, while others describe hands-on classes
- Classes can overrun, complicating plans afterwards

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-01-27 to 2026-09-15); last checked 2026-10-03.

## What's included

- Alcohol will only be served to those of legal drinking age
- Guide
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch includes 3-4 courses depending on which menu option is chosen. Vegetarian diets and allergies can be accommodated. No vegan menu options.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 11:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Easy to join by metro in Paris. Arrive by Line 14 - Pont Cardinet, Line 13 - La Fourche or Place Clichy or Line 2 - Metro Rome. Meeting point is halfway up Rue Lamandé in between Rue Legendre and Rue Bridaine.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ43J2BbJv5kcRtUT7yrjuQDo

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- There are dogs in the house so if you are allergic please be aware
- Please note that this cooking class can accommodate a maximum of 6 participants per day

## Compared with other Cooking Classes

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #6 of 19** | €200 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (121) | shared |
| [Paris Cooking Class: Learn How to Make Macarons](/france/paris/tours/paris-cooking-class-learn-how-to-make-macarons/?format=md) | €129 | 3h | 4.97 (687) | shared |
| [Paris Cooking Class and Lunch with Wine plus Market Visit Option](/france/paris/tours/paris-cooking-class-and-lunch-with-wine-plus-market-visit-option/?format=md) | €199 | 6h | 4.96 (1158) | shared |
| [Amazing Sweet Crêpe Cooking Class Paris](/france/paris/tours/amazing-sweet-cr-pe-cooking-class-paris/?format=md) | €85 | 3h | 4.98 (242) | shared |

Ranked #6 of 19 in Cooking Classes by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €85 to €219, median €119; typical length 3h. 0 of 19 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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