Cooking Class: French Cuisine in Les Batignolles

Discover global flavors with Catalina’s cooking classes in Paris. Choose from Asian, Colombian, or French menus. Enjoy cultural conversations in Les Batignolles.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Szkoła Narodowa Polska w Paryżu - Upon arriving at Catalina’s delightful home in the lively Les Batignolles area of Paris, guests are greeted with coffee and a warm welcome inside.
    Following this, guests will participate in a course on knife skills and French culinary techniques that will be applied throughout the class. Subsequently, everyone…
What's Included
  • Guide
  • Lunch
  • Tea and coffee
  • Alcoholic beverages
Meal Options
  • Ratatouille - Not just a movie ! - Chef Catalina’s “now famous” ratatouille. A French classic that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for your taste buds and your Instagram.
  • Chicken Roulade - Changes with every season - Traditional French technique meets fresh, seasonal flavors. Each class reinvents this classic dish, offering a new…
Additional Information

Located in the vibrant Les Batignolles area of Paris, this experience is more than just a cooking class; it’s a comprehensive culinary journey led by a former Cordon Bleu instructor. Unlike many Parisian workshops that focus on demonstrations, this interactive class ensures that every participant is involved in preparing each dish from beginning to end….

Location
Szkoła Narodowa Polska w Paryżu
Rue Lamandé
Easy to join by metro in Paris. Arrive by Line 14 - Pont Cardinet, Line 13 - La Fourche or Place Clichy or Line 2 - Metro Rome. Meeting point is halfway up Rue Lamandé in between Rue Legendre and Rue Bridaine.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Markeb
Apr 17, 2026
One of the most unusual and worthwhile experiences in my 7 trips to Paris - My partner and I are adding our praises to Chef CATALINA BOTERO (chefcatalinabotero.com) for her small-group, sometimes entirely private, hands-on cooking class in her home. I hardly cook from scratch at all, and my partner cooks almost daily -- and both of us thoroughly enjoyed it and learned a lot. She was very patient with me, which I especially appreciated. We were not interested in larger classes or those held in a cooking school. Once I knew smaller options in a chef's own home were available, Chef Catalina was the obvious choice. It was the last day of our trip, and I had mixed emotions about spending 4+ hours in the middle of the day -- but it was a wonderful worthwhile experience. She has inspired me to cook more (using proper knife techniques!) and my partner to cook more slowly, deliberately and creatively. She gives you detailed recipes of what you cook, as well as a great list of things to do and see in Paris. It was worth it if just for the introduction to red pepper sauce as an alternative to the ubiquitous tomato sauce!
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Northstar04925046172
Apr 17, 2026
Chef Catalina is the best! - Great fun. Great food. Great teachers. We had a wonderful time.
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Matthewcv186wd
Apr 8, 2026
Fantastic class with Chef Catalina. - Had an incredible experience with Chef Catalina. Catalina brings extensive and impressive culinary experiences. She was a fantastic host and I honestly learned so much. She didn’t just focus on surface level content but instead ensured we learned proper techniques such as knife skills. Having traveled throughout Europe, I can comfortably say this is one of the most unique and valuable culinary experiences I have done.
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873valeriek
Apr 1, 2026
Maybe our best afternoon in Paris ever! - My daughter and I spent 4 hours with Chef Catalina, learning how to handle correctly our knives and cut properly and professionally. Then we were ready to start cooking, and what fun it was! Chef Catalina showed us how to prepare an excellent 3 courses meal, which we all enjoyed around her dining table, with the two other guests (with wine). We learnt cooking techniques and tricks we were never aware of, even if we love to cook at home. Chef Catalina is passionate about French cuisine. She is funny, energetic and will occasionally yell at you for not handling your kitchen tools correctly or not listening to and watching her demonstrate each step before trying yourself, all for jest of course! Cooking is a matter of discipline (and caution if you are using those knives!). Back home in the US, I am now incorporating her teachings into my home cooking. And this coming Saturday, I will attempt to serve her meal to friends coming over for dinner! Thank you, Catalina, we truly enjoyed the afternoon spent with you!
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Kambrial2023
Mar 27, 2026
Amazing Experience! - We had an amazing time with Chef Catalina! Not only did we make great food but she taught us cooking skills that we will be able to take home and use for a lifetime. I would highly recommend taking this class.
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M879tpkylet
Mar 26, 2026
Authentic and rich on culinary fundamentals! - Catalina and Brian opened their hearts and their home sharing a blend of practical cooking tips and useful knife skills (be prepared to put your existing knife skills knowledge aside) this was an eye opener for us. If you’re seeking an authentic course rich on culinary fundamentals this is it. Our mission was preparing ratatouille, chicken cordon bleu, and a mouth melting chocolate cake … you won’t be disappointed in what follows … the taste test! Since my girlfriend and I have travelled back home from our France vacation, we have made this meal twice for both our parents and it’s been a welcome hit! Thanks again Catalina & Brian!
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Vacation30880663705
Mar 25, 2026
An Incredible Experience - After my wife passed away in January, my (18yr old) son and I decided to go on a pilgrimage, ending our nearly 3 weeks of travel in Paris. We booked this experience with Chef Catalina and it did not disappoint! It was a truly amazing experience. She is incredibly knowledgeable in her craft and makes the entire experience fun. We learned, laughed, and enjoyed incredible food. We can’t wait to replicate what we learned and the recipes she shared with our family and friends back home. Thank you Chef Catalina.
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K8charp
Mar 21, 2026
Perfect morning in Paris - This was an incredible experience! We learned, we laughed, we ate and drank!
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Emilybz9165qt
Mar 17, 2026
Wonderful experience! - We loved cooking with Catalina in her home. She was a great teacher who prioritized a hands-on experience for us. We learned a lot and had a lot of fun! Highly recommend!!
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F1279itphilipg
Mar 13, 2026
The best meals can be the ones you make yourselves. - A fun, learning experience. Chef Catalina provides a hands-on class with a mix of technical skills and friendly culinary advice to help you improve your own experience in the kitchen. You also meet nice people and share a home cooked meal in an intimate setting. Highly recommend!
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From $235
up to 4 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).