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Courses in Antibes — 5 of Our Favourites

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the chef outside his hotel

1. Kitchen Observer with Chef Jacques Chibois, Grasse

Location
Grasse

This programme has been specially designed for amateur food lovers who are passionate about cooking and want to experience the hustle-and-bustle of a working kitchen.

At the Bastide Saint-Antoine in Grasse you can join Michelin-starred Chef Jacques Chibois in the Gault & Millau award-winning restaurant. As well as observing this master in the kitchen you will have the opportunity to accompany Jacques Chibois to market, (for the early birds: leave at 5.30am). Wednesdays* and Fridays* only (*subject to change in schedule).

You can also enjoy a wine tasting session with our head sommelier (2 to 10 people maximum). You will experience an introduction to wine tasting (1,600 wines, around 17,000 bottles), you will learn about different grapes and you will visit the vineyards. These wine tastings are available with French, English and Japanese-speaking sommeliers.

Cooking classes at Ecole de Cuisine, Mougins

2. Cooking classes at Ecole de Cuisine

Location
Mougins

The Ecole de Cuisine was created by Roger verge in a former olive oil mill in the old village of Mougins. Now transformed into a restaurant by Chef Denis Fetisson, this magical place still hosts cookery courses for amateur foodies.

Using seasonal produce, bilingual chef Denis Fetisson makes gourmet cooking simple and fun. Your introduction to gourmet cooking is as uncomplicated as it is entertaining. Shortcuts, useful hints and special techniques are all explained in the kitchen, for groups of between 6 and 12 people.

Each themed session lasts approximately 2½ hours and ends with a tasting.

La Cuisine des Fleurs Cooking School, Antibes

3. La Cuisine des Fleurs Cooking School

This cookery school specialises in edible flower recipes, inspired by the fields of flowers in the nearby town of Grasse.

From the rose of Grasse to the jasmine and violets of Tourrettes-sur-Loup, come discover the subtlety of this original cuisine, with Chef Yves Terrillon.

They offer cooking classes for groups whether that be individuals, groups of friends of even a company. If you have a space, then they will make the arrangements to come to you. Alternatively if you want to organise a cooking class but have no space, then they will find a suitable location on the Côte d'Azur.

Using seasonal produce you will discover the world of culinary delights in your garden.

a market stall in antibes

4. Cooking classes at Bastide Valmasque, Biot

Location
Biot

Come and spend one unforgettable day with Claire and Christine in a friendly atmosphere and discover the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine.

The cooking classes at the Bastide Valmasque B&B will give you a good experience of Provencal style cooking, from visiting the market int he morning to creating your own menu, and finally enjoying a meal together with some wine.

students learnin to cook

5. Cookery Courses at Restaurant Alain Llorca, La Colle sur Loup

Location
Vence

Amaze your friends with your new found talents and skills in the kitchen. Classes for all ages and abilities at the Hotel Restaurant Alain Llorca in La Colle sur Loup.

Express your creativity and sense of presentation with Head Pastry Chef Jean-Michel Llorca, master outstanding recipes and discover the culinary secrets behinds Alain Llorca's dishes. Their seasonal classes mean that the right recipe at the right time ensuring that you cook in harmony with natures