Private cooking lessons - When the restaurant comes to you

What if gastronomy came to you? Turn your kitchen into a veritable culinary workshop with our private in-home cooking classes. Supervised by a passionate in-home chef, learn the gestures, techniques and secrets of the greatest cooks while enjoying the comfort and conviviality of your own home.
Our private chefs travel all over France to offer you a unique experience: a moment of sharing, pleasure and learning, where French gastronomy comes straight to your home.

The Art of Home Cooking

Learning with a Private Chef

Taking a cooking class at home is much more than just following a recipe: it's understanding the logic of taste, balance, texture and seasonality.
Our in-home chefs will guide you step by step, adapting to your level - whether you're a curious amateur or a gastronomic enthusiast.
Find out how :

  • Select seasonal produce and process it with precision
  • Creating balanced, harmonious dishes
  • Master basic techniques: carving, cooking, emulsifying, seasoning
  • Enhance your recipes with tips from the pros

Each private cooking lesson is entirely personalized: you choose the theme, level, duration and type of dish to be prepared, in consultation with the chef.

Tailor-made culinary workshops

Varied and Inspiring Themes

Our chefs offer a wide range of workshops:

  • Traditional French cuisine: boeuf bourguignon, blanquette, homemade sauces and pastries.
  • Modern gastronomic cuisine: artistic preparation, noble products, innovative combinations.
  • World cuisine: Spanish tapas, Japanese makis, Italian pasta, revisited street food.
  • Patisserie and desserts: choux, entremets, seasonal tarts, plated desserts.

Whether you want to impress your guests or simply perfect your skills, each in-home culinary workshop is an immersion in the world of taste and creativity.

Solo, Duo or Group

Private cooking classes can be adapted to any situation:

  • Solo for personalized learning
  • In couple for a moment of complicity and gourmet pleasure
  • With friends or family for a fun and friendly activity
  • For an original and unifying team-building experience

Our in-home chefs bring everything you need: fresh ingredients, utensils and know-how. All you have to do is enjoy the moment!

A convivial, gourmet experience

When Learning Becomes Pleasure

Far from the formal setting of a cooking school, a cooking class at home with Guide MyTable is a moment of exchange and relaxation. The chef adapts to your environment and transforms your space into a place of discovery and pleasure.
The experience often concludes with a tasting: you savor your creations in the company of the chef, in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

a chef preparing Asian ravioli
young children cooking under the Chef's supervision
Sweet buffet prepared by in-home chef marion laumonier

A culinary interlude to offer or to treat yourself to

A private cooking lesson is also a perfect gift idea: for a birthday, wedding, Mother's Day or simply to give pleasure. It's a sensory and human experience that creates lasting memories, well beyond the meal itself.

How to book a private cooking class

Step 1 - Choose your Chef
Browse the Guide MyTable selection and discover our in-home chefs: a wide range of profiles, all driven by a passion for sharing and taste.

 

Step 2 - Define Theme and Level
Gastronomic cuisine, patisserie, regional cuisine or vegetarian: choose your culinary universe. The chef will propose a personalized program according to your level and expectations.

 

Step 3 - Live the Experience
On the day of the course, the chef takes care of everything: shopping, preparation, equipment. All you have to do is don your apron! At the end of the workshop, you'll taste your creations together, along with tips on how to reproduce them to perfection.

The benefits of home cooking classes

No travel: the chef comes to you, with everything you need.

Personalized content: recipes adapted to your desires and your level.

Complete immersion: you learn right in your own kitchen.

Top-of-the-range service: selected products, tailor-made teaching methods, friendly atmosphere.

You'll benefit from a real professional cooking class, without leaving the comfort of your own home.

A new way to learn to cook

Learning with a private chef at home means rediscovering the pleasure of cooking in a different way: without constraints, in your own environment, with a professional at your side.
Each in-home cooking class is a unique experience that immerses you in the fascinating world of flavors, textures and culinary emotions.

With Guide MyTable, the restaurant comes to you - and gastronomy becomes a personal, accessible and inspiring adventure.

Find a home chef in your city

The MyTable Guide connects individuals with in-home chefs in many cities across France. Whether you're planning a gourmet dinner party at home, a family meal or a private event, our private chefs come directly to your home to create a unique culinary experience. Find out which chefs are available in your city, and find the one that suits your needs.

All our Chefs' cooking styles

Each chef has his or her own culinary signature. You can discover chefs specializing in different styles of cuisine to find the perfect match for your event and your culinary preferences.

Our chefs according to the type of event

Calling on a private chef at home makes it possible to organize many types of culinary events. Whether it's for a birthday party, a brunch with friends or a larger reception, our chefs will adapt to your requirements to create a tailor-made experience right in your home.

Frequently Asked Questions About Home Cooking Classes

What is a home cooking class?
A private cooking class is a culinary workshop led by a professional chef in your own home. The chef shares their techniques, recipes, and tips while guiding you step-by-step in preparing the dishes.
How does a home cooking class work?
The chef comes to your home with their expertise and organizes the workshop right in your kitchen. After a presentation of the recipes and techniques, participants prepare the dishes with the chef's guidance, then everyone enjoys the creations together.
For what occasions would you book an in-home cooking class?
Home cooking classes are ideal for an activity with friends, a birthday, team building, a bachelorette party, or simply for learning new culinary techniques in a friendly atmosphere.
Is a particular level of cooking skill required?
No, home cooking classes are accessible to all skill levels. The chef adapts the recipes and explanations so that each participant can learn and progress, whether they are a beginner or a passionate foodie.
Does the chef provide the ingredients?
Depending on how the service is organized, the chef can be responsible for selecting and bringing the necessary ingredients for the cooking class. It is also possible to organize shopping in advance according to your preferences.
How many people can participate in a home cooking class?
The number of participants depends on the available space in your kitchen and the workshop format. Generally, a home cooking class accommodates between 2 and 10 people to ensure personalized guidance.
In which cities can you book an in-home cooking class?
Home cooking classes can be organized in many cities in France such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Nice, Cannes or Saint-Tropez, as well as in other destinations depending on chef availability.