Bordeaux French Cooking Class - Market to Table w/ Private Chef

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3 hours
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1 - 8 guests
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English
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Dive into French culinary arts with Chef Emilie. Shop fresh ingredients at Bordeaux's Capucins Market, cook a multi-course meal, and relish it with local wine, recipes included.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Immerse yourself in the flavors of France with a unique culinary experience led by local chef Emilie. Start your day at Le Marché des Capucins, Bordeaux's vibrant food market, where you'll meet local producers and select the freshest seasonal ingredients. Back in the kitchen, Emilie guides you through a hands-on cooking session, sharing classic French techniques that cater to all skill levels. After preparing a delightful multi-course meal, enjoy a communal feast paired with local Bordeaux wine, celebrating the essence of French cuisine. To top it off, you'll receive printed recipes to recreate these dishes at home.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Organic eggs with herbal mayonnaise
MAIN
Roasted farm chicken + sauce beurre blanc, glazed early carrots and fresh peas
DESSERT
Choux buns with vanilla chantilly and strawberries

What You Get

All meal menu instructions and of course you get to enjoy your meal with a glass of local wine
Local chef
Market tour to pick local produce
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Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

Discover the heart and soul of French cuisine in this unique culinary experience led by local cheffe Emilie. You'll begin your day at Le Marché des Capucins, Bordeaux’s most iconic and authentic food market. Together with Emilie, you’ll explore the vibrant stalls, meet passionate local producers, and handpick the freshest seasonal ingredients—from crisp vegetables to artisan cheeses and charcuterie. After the market, you’ll head back to the kitchen, where the real magic begins. Under Emilie’s guidance, you’ll dive into a hands-on cooking session, learning classic French techniques and creative tips along the way. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a confident cook, Emilie’s warm, friendly approach makes it fun and accessible for everyone. Once everything is ready, you'll gather around the table to share the delicious multi-course meal you’ve prepared, paired perfectly with a glass of local Bordeaux wine. It’s a joyful, communal moment that captures the essence of French living. As a parting gift, you'll receive printed recipes of the dishes you’ve cooked—so you can bring the flavours of Bordeaux back home with you.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Marché des Capucins, Place des Capucins, Gironde Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, FR, 33800

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Emile will meet your just outside the market facing the church with a Tours in Bordeaux tote bag.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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A Friendly, Inspiring Day of Cooking and Local Discoveries with Emilie in Bordeaux
August 03, 2025
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We had a fantastic cooking experience with Emilie, who was a very kind, friendly, patient and encouraging teacher who made us feel like we were cooking with a friend. She really helped to improve ...read more

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Unique and fun experience while exploring Bordeaux
July 15, 2025
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This was our first visit to Bordeaux and with limited time to explore everything that Bordeaux has to offer, we decided that the best way to learn more about the Bordeaux culture was to take a Fren...read more

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From Market to Masterpiece
June 23, 2025
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What a fabulous day! We began by exploring the Marché des Capucins, where the chef explained how to choose the best produce and interact with local vendors. We discovered lesser known Bordeaux-spec...read more

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A Culinary Journey You Don’t Want to Miss
June 23, 2025
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This class exceeded all my expectations! Starting with a stroll through the vibrant covered market, I selected fresh produce and cheeses under the guidance of our friendly chef-instructor. Back in ...read more

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An unforgettable experience!
June 08, 2025
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It was fantastic!! Friendly and friendly atmosphere. We had the feeling to live an authentic experience, like real Bordeauxers... I learned new simple and effective recipes that I will be able to r...read more

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