Private Tour

Private French Home Cooking Class near Nice with a Local Chef

Overview

Available languages

English

French

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Join your host Noel in his kitchen to learn to make a traditional three-course French Mediterranean meal. Noel is a warm and jovial host passionate about cooking and eating - but what brings him the most joy is sharing food with people. Noel is delighted to share his secrets of Southern French cooking with guests at his home in Vence, that offers beautiful views of the mountains. Your hands-on cooking experience will last about 1.5 hours. After cooking, enjoy the meal you helped prepare with Noel and his lovely wife Amandine, when she is home. Vegetarians are welcome - let us know when making your booking if you have any dietary restrictions.

This is a wonderful opportunity to experience authentic French culture and cuisine from a delightful local - join Noel for a fun food experience and leave with wonderful new memories and a new friend!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Menu may vary depending on the season

If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Private, personalized experience

Please note, this is not a commercial cooking class, rather this experience is a visit into a Londrina home to meet a local who is an expert cook, and share Brazilian culture and cuisine together.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Culinary and cultural immersion with a delightful local

French wine

Private cooking class + meal with your host Noel

What To Expect

Your private, Mediterranean cooking class with Noel begins with a welcome drink as your host shares stories about living in the French Riviera region. Join Noel in his kitchen to learn to cook a seasonal Southern French/Mediterranean meal. As much as possible, Noel uses fresh, local produce that he procures from the farmer's markets. You will learn to cook a three-course French meal - a starter, main and dessert. During your hands-on cooking class, learn the tips and techniques involved in making French cuisine. After cooking, sit down at the table to share the fresh, seasonal meal you helped prepare with Noel. Your menu might include dishes such as pissaladière, a caramelized onion tart for a starter followed by a main such as petits farcis, stuffed vegetables with meat, cheese and herbs, a speciality from Nice, enjoyed with local wine. Your meal concludes with a dessert such as Menton lemon meringue, one of the top-rated lemon varieties in the world or tourte aux blettes, an apple and nut pie. Immerse yourself in the culture and cuisine of the French riviera and share food, fun and laughter with this wonderful host!

Sample Menu

starter

Pissaladière, a caramelized onion tart

main

Petits farcis, Provençal stuffed vegetables

dessert

Menton lemon meringue with fresh cream

Options

Cooking class and lunch

Cooking class and dinner

Reviews

4.94

16 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Incredible - 11/10 would recommend!
Ashley B,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was so incredible, Noel is so talented, very fun, and created a very enjoyable experience for us. I bought this experience for my 2 best friends honeymoon, it was hosted at Noel’s backyard which is beautiful and we all cooked together cooking authentic French cuisine. Noel was an amazing host, taught us a lot, was so fun and made the energy so great. Truly such a special experience.
It’s a really great...
Sally D,
Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It’s a really great afternoon and a unique experience spent on the beautiful terrace with Noel with gorgeous food
Excellent experience
Deanna P,
Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was an excellent experience. Chef Noel was very patient and kind and prepared a wonderful menu. He advised well prep and cooking techniques. He was very welcoming and the patio was quite pleasant. We highly recommend!
Hands on fun
Karen S,
May 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Doing not just watching under the guidance of a positive, creative, chef. The dishes were a great example of why French cooking is so delicious. We all agree, our time with Noel was a big highlight of our trip.
BEST THING WE DID ALL TRIP
752jaceyh,
Apr 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was the funnest thing we did while in Nice! My mom, husband, and myself went to Noel's to cook a dinner. Noel was so nice and hospitable and the food was the best we ate all week on our trip. Could not recommend this enough!
A fun morning
Anonymous,
Apr 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
It was a fun morning of cooking on Noel’s patio with a lovely view. The lunch we prepared was amazing! Glad it was a very nice day or it would not have been such a good experience for our party of 10 adults.
A warm and welcoming experience
Emily O,
Jan 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I was traveling to Nice with my husband and another couple. We were able to get an Uber from Old Town there and back. It was a warm and educational experience. We each got to take part in preparing a three course meal that included artichokes, chicken, macaroons, a pastry and other French foods. Noel was very welcoming and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him in his home. The views were also spectacular.
Fun and memorable experience with friends
jeremyhF1453IO,
Jan 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was such a fun time - Noel was absolutely fantastic — friendly, knowledgeable, and really made the experience enjoyable from start to finish. We learned a ton and enjoyed our efforts at the end. The hands-on aspect made it feel like we were all chefs for the day, and the atmosphere was relaxed yet informative. Highly recommend this experience for anyone looking for a fun and unique outing with friends!
very good
Dream68711269032,
Oct 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
we had a great experience. Noel was very pleasant, the food was very good, the cooking very interesting. we recommend Noel very much
An Unforgettable Meal in Provence
Len E,
Aug 31, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The setting was magnificent with views of the hills from Noel’s patio. He is an excellent teacher, so we learned a great deal about French cooking. The meal was delicious! Highly recommended!