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The school is situated between one of the most famous food markets in Paris - market Aligre and the Viaduct des Arts where one find some of the most interesting art, design and artisanal stores in Paris. The school is a place to meet and exchange ideas. "Real" recipes which respect healthy regimes and tradition with a sprinkling of innovation.
Our space is the hearth of the 12th arrondissement, both modern and convivial. Menus are proposed based on the season, and we offer courses on a full range of culinary arts : French Gastronomy, Organic Cuisine, Sushi, Market Menus, chocolate, ice cream, and pastry
Among 650 candidates, Genevieve was selected to represent France with the contest of the Meilleur Ouvriers de France (category Cooks) in 2000.
University degree in Taste, the Gastronomy and Arts de Table (DUGGAT) decreed in 2008 by the University of Rheims-champagne-Ardenne for a thesis "It was once spice".
Trophy Francis Trocellier - category Cooks Flat given Cold in September 2008 at the time of the 57th gastronomical contests fair with Beans with Arpajon.
A wood and steel environment creates an ambiance of conviviality and warmth. The culinary arts practiced here are not be limited to the plate and its content. It is linked to the cooking and conservation of seasonal ingredients an the use top of the line Viking kitchen appliances and de Buyer.
Genevieve was awesome. We had a terrific time and would recommend her class.
Diane M. - Pastry Class
...it was great! would have liked to been taught something a little more traditional - like creme brulee or macaroons - but the space and teacher were lovely - i'd totally go back!
Kristen G. - Pastry Class
...Merci Christian for the great class today. We are going home with lots of delicious desserts and fond appreciation for butter and chocolate.
Sincerely Carol, Trisha, Jaclyn - Pastry Class
...Very nice class. Merci
Silvina, Sabrina, Sophia from Argentina - Pastry Class
Thanks you Christian - We wil try and do this at home, but you made it look so easy Mike & Mollie
Great Class Christian. You made it very fun. Wish me luck and Merci Beaucoup!!!
Jon
Merci Christian, Wonderful express.
Geri
Thanks Christian, Great Fun!
Steve
You made baking look easy!
Thanks Jaqueline + Ben
Incredible!
Very helpful, so good I can't speak !
Sean
This was the best thing we did in Paris!
Thank You - The Koenig familly
Le 6 Avril 2010
Patisserie, Christian
Christian was a wonderful teacher. Very patient and happy to answer all our questions. This adventure completed out visit to Paris.
The Schlich Family from California. Thank You!
Wow this was Awesome! The most fun I have had on the whole trip! I would love to come back! so coll! Mack
Beautifully presented, excellent directions, pleasing and professional chef!
Thank you! - Linda Smith
Fun and so delicious! Merci! Anne Kutchmire
Fabulous class, thanks so much! Lauren
Enjoyed the class! Great help to those that don't cook well!
Beautifull presentation. Merci Lindell Dye
June 2010
Thank you for sharing the wonderfull art of real macaron mkaking
We look forward to shring them with Canada
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Erin and Katie
Thanks for the lesson.
It was very fun and my friends and I enjoyed so much!
Looking forward to taking lesson again in the future
Sayaka
Merchi Christian
I enjoyed making macarons. I'll make it or home.
Ayako
Merci Genevieve & Christian.
The experience with you was wonderful shopping in the market and cooking our very own meal from souffle to sauce to rhubarb dessert
We had an unforgettable time and one of the best meals in Paris.
Exquisite Merci Mille Fois
Susan, Burn, Carla, and Chuck.
Beautifully presented, excellent directions, pleasing and professional chef! Thank you! Linda
Fun and so delicious - Ann
Enjoyed the class! Great help to those that don't cook well! Beautifull presentation. Merci Lindell
Fabulous class. Thanks so much
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After graduating from the culinary school Gregoire Ferrandi, she joined Roger Masson at Rosell, then at Flo Prestige.
For 20 years she was head of Potel & Chub and Saint Clair 2 of the most important catering companies in Paris. She organized events for prestigious customers like the US Embassy, the French Department of the Environment, and Hotel George V.
She is a member of the International Culinary Order.
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On a quiet street in the heart of Paris is a cooking school that combines warmth and a state of the art professional kitchen. A place where knowledge is equaled by the conviviality of the instructors. A space both intimate for a private dinner class for friends or a corporate group looking to let off some steam.
A team of professionals (cook, pastry chef, confectioner, glacier, chocolatier, sculptor of fruit and vegetables) work for the school.
All Participants will be able to easily remake at home the dishes, which they prepare.
The course ends in a convivial tasting with wine and each pupil leaves with recipes in English.
Private Dinner Review
"I am in Rio already and will return to Paris around nov 23 until 26th, then I will be back to Paris after Christmas but for a few days. Thank you so much , the night was a success, everyone enjoy the place , the decoration, the food, and thought the idea was original and delightful . Exactly as I wished. What more can one say?"
Join us July 9th for a rare evening class.
Traditional French recipes with a twist. The chef focuses on season products which are high in nutrition and taste.
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130€pp
Scheduled Classes on Wednesday and Saturday 8:00am - 12:30pm
For a minimum of 4 people the classes start with a visit to one of the most well know markets in Paris - Marche Aligre (20euro pp Supplement) . Or well send you a map how to get their on your own before the tour.
Sample Menus
Manger naturel, une tendance durable : Tarte aux legumes d'ete sans gluten. Paella vegetarienne, Galette de chataigne et d'epeautre au chocolat bio
Emincée de Daurade à crue et miettes de thon,émulsion d'huile d'olive et tomate, crème fouettée aux herbes fraîches. Quasi de veau aux pain d'épices, écrasées de pomme de terre Samba à l'huile d'olive. Crème brûlée à la lavande.
Les sauces et toutes ses bases : fond brun, fond blanc, fumet et mise en pratique de plats gastronomiques : Blanquette de veau vin rouge et épices - Tajine d'agneau, artichaud poivrade, asperge et figues. Filet de rouget au citron vert et pastis.
Palet diamant au crémeux de griottes. Cannelé de thon aux pommes et courgettes à l'estragon. Madeleine tomate confite et romarin artichaud poivrade
Terrine Arlequin au foie gras. Pressé de tomates mozarella basilic Soupe de fraise prise en gelée de muscat Faites vous plaisir sans modération avec les fruits et légumes Faites vous plaisir sans modération avec les fruits et légumes.

Learn how to make the most typical French desserts and techniques. Each class lasts 3hrs and includes a tasting. Includes 2-4 desserts..
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99€ per person
Monday and Wednesday 4:00pm - 7:00pm
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An afternoon class where you will learn a variety of desserts, pastries, cakes and milk and cream based dishes. Recipes change regularly and at the discretion of the chef:
Acidulated ranges, laminated candies, Nougat of Montélimar, caramelized fruits, special jams (new receipts, marsh mallows, bars cereals, pastes of fruits, laminated praline-flavoured ice cream.
Tout sur les macarons et les macarés : macarons pistache mousse thé matcha, macaron coquelicot : crème framboise ; macarons chocolat : mousse caramel beurre salé
Glace au chocolat. Macaron chocolat, ganache chocolat blanc à l'eau de rose, chocolat noir et praliné Bonbon chocolat salé épicé.

We frequently organize cooking experiences for any size group. These can be organized any morning or evening. We can also cater small parties, private dinners in our kitchen atelier starting from 8 people and evenings for corporate goups.
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The courses can take place in atypical places like (castles, boats, or the school workshop and adapted to the diversified requests of private individuals or companies.
Genevieve can organize courses from 5 to 500 persons in Paris and throughout France. Genevieve also proposes Team Cooking in prestigious places like Hotel Bel Ami, Hotel St James, Castle of Courtalain, close to Chartres and on the Seine, the paddle boat Beautiful Louisiana with a capacity of 350 people.
But that's not all! We can arrange a variety of team buildings games up to 35 people just in our premises.

After a Champagne welcome drink you will learn to cook a gastronomic dinner and partake in a cheese tasting. After the class you will enjoy dinner with a white and red wine in a cozy convivial atmosphere. Participants 165€ pp Guests 79€ pp. Minimum 4 persons
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