Cooking classes with classic French recipes offer a delicious way to explore timeless culinary traditions, right from your own kitchen. Whether you’re eager to master the perfect soufflé or learn the secrets behind a velvety sauce, these classes invite you to discover the techniques and flavors that have made French cuisine beloved for generations. With approachable instruction and hands-on practice, you’ll gain confidence in creating elegant dishes that bring a touch of France to your table.

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    Fantastic French Chef!...Fabulous class with Chef Marc! He was great at leading the class step by step through each recipe, and providing chef tips along the way. ...Darrel was an amazing teacher and I recommend any classes taught by him.

    chef, great food, knowledgeable instructor

  • (33)

    French Pastry...Nice French baking

    helpful guidance, delicious food, educational

  • (4)

    Wonderful recipes and a great experience as always

    recipes, experience

  • Cooking Class Description: Fine food relies on the classic French techniques. Our chef instructor teaches you how to perfectly pan-roast the chicken, then build a delicious whole-grain mustard sauce. For the side, prepare a rich and comforting truffled...

  • Cooking Class Description: Classic French treats and a kitchen icon meet in this hands-on, three-hour baking class! Join us as we create two types of macarons from scratch with help from the KitchenAid Stand Mixer. You'll learn how to meringue eggs,...

  • Cooking Class Description: The perfect French meal awaits you in this class! Our expert chef instructor will teach you how to cook beautifully seared chicken breasts flavored with capers, olives and roasted lemons. Plus, you’ll learn to prepare a simple...

  • The tables with 2 people went home with full boxes and had much more hands on time. This class should not have more than 3 people to a station. ...Definitely recommend this class....Flawless Macaroon class

  • Cooking Class Description: Join us to enjoy a classic French meal with fresh produce of the season. Learn to grill salmon perfectly and brighten it with lemon-dill butter. Then, you'll make a herby dish with haricot verts and assemble a delicious seasonal...

  • Cooking Class Description: Classic French techniques are the building blocks of masterful home cooking. Learn these essentials and take on quintessential French cuisine in this hands-on class. From gently steaming salmon to braising leeks to perfection,...

  • Cooking Class Description: Prepare a spread reminiscent of the seaside in this class, where you’ll learn to create a French favorite—Moules Frites. Our chef instructor will teach you how to perfectly steam mussels and make from-scratch frites. You’ll...

  • (6)

    Great class and instructor. Food was really great.

    encouragement of experimentation, flavorful, teaching ability

  • Cooking Class Description: Delicious, sweet and oh-so-satisfying to make, we’ll show you how to fill choux puffs with pastry cream to create scrumptious chocolate covered profiteroles in this class.

    • To get fully prepared for class, download our prep...

  • Cooking Class Description: Join us on a culinary tour of coastal France! In this hands-on class, you’ll marinate olives in Provençal herbs, pan-roast a steak to perfection and make a refreshing salad with chèvre and a zesty preserved lemon vinaigrette....

  • Cooking Class Description: What’s more romantic than dining at a cozy bistro? Cooking French favorites with your special someone. Try your hand at pan roasting chicken, practice your knife skills while preparing vegetables for an in-season salad and...

  • Cooking Class Description: Skip the fancy restaurant scene and create your own romantic French dinner for two. In this class, you'll learn top techniques for pan-roasting poultry and crafting a stunning and delicious Rainbow Truffled Pommes Anna. Plus,...

  • Cooking Class Description: Learn all about the flaky and buttery goodness that goes into making the perfect French croissant in this hands-on, three-hour class. Our chefs will teach you about mixing, laminating and shaping dough for the perfect, flaky...

  • (9)

    Awesome class- Ben was fantastic at teaching us to cook!...Thanks Ben for an awesome cooking class. Well done....Great class - 10/10...It was great! Such a fun class?special time for me and my wife.

    fun, process, enjoyment

  • (62)

    I love going to your cooking classes. I have learnt a lot. Thank you....Excellent Course - Still need recipes...I would give the Workshop 5 stars, but I never received the recipes.

    fun, enjoyment, engaging

  • (53)

    I attended this class. Everyone who was there loved the class and then the food was awesome!!...We took this class last night. It's an excellent menu and was so much fun to cook.

    delicious meal, great chefs, clear explanations

  • (37)

    Great class!...I was so happy with this class and I was nervous as the one I had taken for macarons at pentagon city location wasn't a good class. ...Wonderful class! Larissa was a great instructor, had a great time.

    fun, great instructor, knowledgeable

  • (35)

    Great class! Time management is key in this class. Chef did a great job!...Excellent class!!...My granddaughter and I enjoyed the croissant baking class and then
    3 days later made them together at home.

    delicious croissants, enjoyable class, accommodating manager

  • (11)

    Great class lots of layers!...I liked that she encouraged us to experiment with the recipe a little. I was able to air fry my cronuts instead of deep frying them....She did show us how to roll them and gave all the cooking information. If it's called...

    layered class, interactive instructor, helpful tips and tricks

  • Cooking Class Description: Learn your way around French bistro favorites in this romantic class. We’ll pan-roast chicken and finish with a wine and herb sauce for a simple dish with decadent flavor. Then, you and your partner will work alongside classmates...

  • Cooking Class Description: Slip into the life upstairs at Downton Abbey kitchen for one unforgettable class. In partnership with Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, we will craft dishes worthy of the Crawley family's grand table. Learn to perfectly sear...

Cooking Classes With Classic French Recipes

Classic French cooking classes open the door to a world where every meal feels like a celebration of skill, tradition, and the pure pleasure of sharing food. Whether you’re a home cook looking to master timeless techniques or searching for a thoughtful gift for a friend passionate about culinary arts, the products curated for these classes are designed to support and inspire. French cuisine is renowned for its focus on foundational methods—like sautéing, roasting, and the creation of rich, velvety sauces—so having the right tools and ingredients on hand makes all the difference. Many people find joy in learning how to bring together simple, fresh ingredients and transform them into something extraordinary, whether it’s a rustic coq au vin or a delicate soufflé. The products you’ll find associated with classic French cooking classes are chosen for their versatility and reliability, helping cooks at every level feel confident as they practice and perfect new recipes.

June is a wonderful time to explore French cuisine, as markets brim with the season’s best produce—ripe tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and tender greens. These ingredients are at the heart of many French recipes, from Provençal ratatouille to a crisp salade niçoise. The right kitchen tools make it easier to work with these fresh flavors, whether you’re whisking a vinaigrette, gently folding egg whites for a mousse, or simmering a sauce to glossy perfection. For those who love to entertain, French cooking classes and their recommended products provide a natural way to gather friends and family around the table. There’s a certain satisfaction in lighting candles on a summer evening and serving a meal that transports guests to a Parisian bistro or a sun-dappled terrace in the south of France. And for anyone looking to encourage a loved one’s culinary curiosity, gifting a class or a set of essential tools is a gesture that’s both thoughtful and practical—one that supports their journey from the first chop to the final flourish of herbs.

Choosing products for classic French cooking is about more than just following a recipe; it’s about building a toolkit that grows with you. A sturdy sauté pan, a sharp chef’s knife, or a set of mixing bowls becomes a trusted companion as you explore everything from bouillabaisse to tarte Tatin. These items are as useful for weeknight dinners as they are for special occasions, and they’re equally at home in the hands of a beginner or a seasoned cook. If your love of classic recipes extends beyond French cuisine, you might also enjoy exploring our Cooking Classes With Classic Italian Dishes, where you’ll find a new set of flavors and techniques to inspire your next kitchen adventure. Every meal you prepare is an opportunity to connect with history, culture, and the simple joy of sharing good food—a tradition that’s at the heart of both French cooking and the Sur La Table experience.

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