Private Cooking class in the Loire Valley with a French Chef - Day Tour
Available Dates
7/6/2026
–
12/31/2026
:
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Additional Inclusions
- Private Cooking class in the Loire Valley with a French Chef - Day Tour
- Luxury minivan
- Transportation to/from hotel or train station
- Cooking experience with French food enthusiast in a Loire Valley country home
- Apéritif served with canapés and a glass of local sparkling wine, 3 dishes – Menu once approved by the participant
- One glass of local wine will be served with each course
Loire Valley
This private culinary experience offers a welcoming introduction to Loire Valley gastronomy inside a charming countryside home. Hosted by professionals with backgrounds in fine hospitality and wine service, the session blends cooking, culture, and regional flavors in an intimate setting. Upon arrival, guests are introduced to the property’s gardens, where seasonal produce and fresh herbs reflect the area’s agricultural traditions.
Inside the kitchen, participants learn techniques used in classic French home cooking, guided by hosts who share insights into local ingredients and time-honored preparations. The relaxed, hands-on atmosphere encourages curiosity and conversation as dishes take shape. A leisurely lunch follows, paired with local wines that complement the menu and highlight the region’s celebrated terroir.
Set against the quiet backdrop of the Loire Valley countryside, this experience offers travelers a genuine connection to the rhythms of rural life, showcasing the warmth of local hospitality and the enduring appeal of French culinary craftsmanship.
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Start Time: 10am
Meeting point: Pick up from hotel or train station from Tours city
Ending point: Same as meeting location
Inside the kitchen, participants learn techniques used in classic French home cooking, guided by hosts who share insights into local ingredients and time-honored preparations. The relaxed, hands-on atmosphere encourages curiosity and conversation as dishes take shape. A leisurely lunch follows, paired with local wines that complement the menu and highlight the region’s celebrated terroir.
Set against the quiet backdrop of the Loire Valley countryside, this experience offers travelers a genuine connection to the rhythms of rural life, showcasing the warmth of local hospitality and the enduring appeal of French culinary craftsmanship.
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Start Time: 10am
Meeting point: Pick up from hotel or train station from Tours city
Ending point: Same as meeting location