Paris French Macarons Small Group Baking Class with a Chef
Overview
Macarons, a famous French dessert since the beginning of the 20th century, may seem daunting to make; but don't fear! With our expert chef, you'll learn the steps from start to finish to make the perfect French-style macaron. In this 3-hour class that takes place in the chef's own Parisian apartment, you'll select 2-3 flavors with the other participants, roll up your sleeves, and get to work. You'll get to leave with a box of your homemade macarons (if there are any left!), and your chef will share with you their own personal recipe by email, so that you can make macarons once back home.
What's Included
- Professional French chef as your host
- A copy of the recipe to share with your friends back home (or keep all to yourself!
- Take away a box of homemade macarons
- Use of apron and cooking utensils
- Small group cooking class (maximum 8 people)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Paris
France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Take some time out from your Paris sightseeing to learn how to make a famous French confection – macarons. Meet a local French chef in a private Parisian apartment in the heart of the city, where you'll discover the secrets behind making these esteemed, colorful French delights, made of two moist meringue shells sandwiched together by a creamy filling. This small-group experience is limited to eight people, so you'll learn how to make these special treats with personalized attention from your host.
In case of delay of more than 20 minutes, access to the class will be refused and no refund will be granted.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please advise any allergies (food, animals...)
- Macarons contain almond powder; please be advised that this class cannot be adapted to those with almond allergies.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements or too many passengers in one booking that would overbook the class. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Activity code: C-3234PARISMACAROON
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Professional French chef as your host.
- A copy of the recipe to share with your friends back home (or keep all to yourself!.
- Take away a box of homemade macarons.
- Use of apron and cooking utensils.
- Small group cooking class (maximum 8 people).
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
The minimum age to participate is 6..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Paris French Macarons Small Group Baking Class with a Chef is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please advise any allergies (food, animals...)
- Macarons contain almond powder; please be advised that this class cannot be adapted to those with almond allergies.
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Paris French Macarons Small Group Baking Class with a Chef will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Professional French chef as your host
- A copy of the recipe to share with your friends back home (or keep all to yourself!
- Take away a box of homemade macarons
- Use of apron and cooking utensils
- Small group cooking class (maximum 8 people)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please advise any allergies (food, animals...)
- Macarons contain almond powder; please be advised that this class cannot be adapted to those with almond allergies.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements or too many passengers in one booking that would overbook the class. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
