Private cooking class in Nice with a local chef and guests preparing French food together

Private Culinary Experience in Nice

Private Cooking Class in Nice, France

Cook, taste and experience the French Riviera through its food with a private, hands-on cooking class led by a local chef in Nice.

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Private Experience · English Available · Morning or Afternoon · Nice, France

Private Experience

Just your party and your chef.

Local Expertise

Hosted by an experienced Nice-based chef.

Hands-On Cooking

Learn techniques you can recreate at home.

Seasonal Ingredients

Menus inspired by fresh market produce.

A taste of the real French Riviera

Go Beyond the Restaurants. Step Into the Kitchen.

Nice is a city best discovered through its flavors. Mediterranean produce, Provençal influences and generations of local tradition come together in a cuisine that is simple, colorful and deeply connected to the seasons.

During this private cooking experience, step into a welcoming local kitchen and learn alongside an experienced chef. You'll discover techniques, ingredients and recipes inspired by the South of France, then enjoy the pleasure of tasting what you have prepared.

Whether you are passionate about food or simply looking for a memorable experience beyond traditional sightseeing, this is an opportunity to experience Nice in a more personal way — through the people, flavors and traditions that make the French Riviera unique.

Hands preparing fresh ingredients during a private cooking class in Nice

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Private Cooking Class

French Cooking Class in Nice

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Roll up your sleeves and discover French and Mediterranean cooking in a relaxed private setting.

Guided by your chef, you'll prepare seasonal dishes while learning practical techniques, professional tips and the little details that bring French cooking to life.

After cooking, sit down and enjoy what you have prepared together — one of the most rewarding ways to experience the flavors of Nice.

Schedule: Morning or Afternoon
Group Size: 2–8 guests
Language: English available
Location: Nice

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Fresh seasonal produce at a Nice market ahead of a private market tour and cooking class

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Market Tour & Cooking Class

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Begin your morning where many locals do: at the market.

Explore Nice's lively Libération Market with your chef and discover the seasonal ingredients, local produce and flavors that shape the day's menu.

Then return to the kitchen and turn those ingredients into a memorable meal during a hands-on cooking class. Cook, learn, ask questions and finally sit down to enjoy the dishes you have prepared.

Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (approx. 5 hours)
Group Size: 2–6 guests
Language: English available
Location: Nice, starting at Libération Market

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Not sure which experience is right for you? Choose the cooking class for a relaxed culinary session, or add the market tour for a deeper immersion into the ingredients and everyday food culture of Nice.

For the full culinary experience

From the Market Stall to Your Plate

Before the cooking begins, discover where the flavors of Nice come from.

At Libération Market, colorful stalls fill with seasonal fruits and vegetables, cheeses, fish, herbs, flowers, honey and specialties from local producers. With your chef beside you, the market becomes more than a place to shop — it becomes an introduction to the ingredients, traditions and rhythms of everyday life in Nice.

Learn what is in season, discover what to look for when choosing ingredients and see how the morning's market finds inspire the dishes you will prepare back in the kitchen.

This is Nice beyond the postcard: lively, local and deliciously authentic.

Local tip: Libération is one of Nice's great neighborhood markets — a favorite meeting place for locals and a wonderful window into everyday life on the French Riviera.

Local chef preparing food in her cooking studio in Nice

Your local host

Meet Chef Aude Bertaux

Born in Nice and passionate about sharing the pleasure of cooking, Chef Aude Bertaux brings years of professional experience, travel and culinary curiosity to every class.

After training in hospitality and restaurant management and gaining experience in a variety of culinary environments, Aude opened Cuisine sur Cours in Nice in 2006 with a simple idea: make good cooking approachable, practical and enjoyable.

Her teaching style is relaxed and hands-on, with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, useful techniques and recipes you can enjoy long after your trip to the French Riviera is over.

20 Yearsin Nice
Cuisine sur Cours has been welcoming cooking enthusiasts since 2006.

How it works

Your Culinary Experience, Step by Step

Meet Your Chef

Arrive at the cooking studio in Nice, meet your chef and discover the seasonal menu you will prepare together.

Cook Hands-On

Prepare the dishes step by step while learning practical techniques, chef’s tips and the reasoning behind each preparation.

Learn, Taste & Ask

This is an interactive experience. Taste along the way, ask questions and discover techniques you can bring back to your own kitchen.

Enjoy What You Made

The best part comes last: sit down and enjoy the dishes you have prepared together.

What's included

Everything You Need for a Memorable Cooking Experience

Private cooking experience

A culinary experience arranged for your party.

Experienced local chef

Hands-on guidance throughout your class.

Fresh seasonal ingredients

Ingredients selected according to the menu and season.

Cooking equipment & apron

Everything needed during the workshop is provided.

Recipe guidance

Learn techniques and recipes you can recreate at home.

Tasting of your preparations

Enjoy the dishes you have prepared.

English-language experience

Available for private English-speaking groups.

Guided visit to Libération Market

Explore the market with your chef before returning to the kitchen.

Market Tour & Cooking Class only

Transportation is not included unless specifically stated in your booking confirmation. Please let us know about any allergies or dietary requirements when booking — we will confirm what can be accommodated before your experience.

The flavors of Nice

Discover a Cuisine Shaped by the Mediterranean

Niçoise cuisine tells the story of Nice itself: Mediterranean ingredients, Provençal influences, seasonal produce and recipes passed down through generations.

Around the city you will encounter local classics such as socca, pissaladière, salade niçoise, pan bagnat, petits farcis and soupe au pistou. During your cooking experience, the exact menu may vary with the season, allowing fresh ingredients and the chef's inspiration to guide what reaches the table.

That seasonal approach is part of what makes cooking in Nice so rewarding: rather than simply following a recipe, you begin to understand the relationship between the market, the season and the plate.

SoccaPissaladièreSalade NiçoisePan BagnatPetits FarcisSoupe au Pistou

Tailored to your group

Personalized Quote on Request

Every cooking experience is private to your party. Tell us your preferred date and group size — we will prepare a personalized proposal for you.

Private Cooking Class

Private party · 2–8 guests

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Duration: Morning or afternoon
Pricing: Every experience is private to your party. Send us a request with your preferred date and group size — we will prepare a personalized quote.

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Most immersive

Market Tour & Cooking Class

Private party · 2–6 guests

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Duration: Approx. 5 hours
Pricing: Every experience is private to your party. Send us a request with your preferred date and group size — we will prepare a personalized quote.

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No payment is required to submit your request. Your experience is not confirmed until you receive a formal proposal and booking confirmation.

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Is the cooking class private?

Yes. This experience is designed for your party, allowing for a more personal and relaxed cooking experience with the chef.

Is the cooking class available in English?

Yes. Private classes can be arranged in English, making the experience easy and enjoyable for English-speaking travelers.

Do I need cooking experience?

Not at all. The experience is designed to be enjoyable for different skill levels. Your chef will guide you through the recipes, techniques and preparations step by step.

What will we cook?

The menu varies according to the season, available ingredients and the chef’s program. This means your experience can reflect the freshest flavors available at the time of your visit.

Do we eat what we cook?

Yes. After preparing the dishes, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the food you created — the perfect ending to your cooking experience.

What is included in the Market Tour & Cooking Class?

Your experience begins with a visit to Nice’s Libération Market with your chef, followed by a hands-on cooking session and the tasting of the dishes you prepare.

Which market will we visit?

The market experience takes place at Libération Market, a lively neighborhood market in Nice known for seasonal produce, fish, cheeses, flowers, honey and products from local producers.

How long is the Market Tour & Cooking Class?

Approximately five hours, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

When is the Market Tour & Cooking Class available?

The Market Tour & Cooking Class is available from Tuesday through Saturday, subject to availability.

How many guests can join?

The private Cooking Class is available for parties of 2 to 8 guests. The Market Tour & Cooking Class is available for parties of 2 to 6 guests.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes are recommended. Cooking equipment and an apron are provided.

Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?

Please let us know about any allergies or dietary requirements when booking. We will confirm what can be accommodated before your experience.

Where does the experience take place?

The cooking experience takes place at Cuisine sur Cours, a dedicated cooking studio in Nice.

Is transportation included?

Transportation is not included unless specifically stated in your booking confirmation. Detailed meeting information will be provided after booking.

Is this experience suitable for families?

Families are welcome. Please contact us before booking with younger children so we can confirm the most suitable arrangement for your party.

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Cook. Taste. Remember.

Bring Home More Than Memories From Nice

Some of the best travel memories are made around a table.

Spend a few hours cooking with a local chef, discovering the flavors of the French Riviera and learning recipes and techniques that can stay with you long after your trip.

Choose your private cooking class — or make the experience even more immersive with a morning visit to Libération Market.

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