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Host: Stephanie

Saint-Emilion, France

USD
$188 per person

Cooking class and wine pairing in a chateau in Saint-Emilion

Host offerings
  • Cooking studio
  • Professional cook
  • Pets
  • Vegetarian
  • Alcohol
  • Transportation
  • Cooking class
  • Market visit
  • Food tour

Meet Stephanie

A Bordeaux local, Stephanie was so passionate about food and wine that she turned it into a lifestyle - she went to culinary school, worked with several chefs over the years and now creates recipes that either pair well with wine or incorporate wine. She is excited to teach people about appreciating wine and pairing it with food made from fresh, local southwestern French ingredients. Stephanie teaches cooking classes at Chateau Fleur de Lisse, a recently renovated 19th century family winery that combines classic French architecture with a modern coziness that makes you feel at home. The chateau is a 5-min drive from Saint-Émilion and a 40-min drive from the city of Bordeaux.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Cooking experience: (4-8 guests) You will first be greeted by Isabelle, a warm and friendly former French tour guide who runs operations and wine tourism development at the chateau. Isabelle (or a member of her team when she's not around) will take you upstairs to the chateau kitchen and introduce you to your chef, Stephanie. Don an apron, roll up your sleeves and get ready for your private, hands-on French cooking class. During your 2-hour cooking class, learn to cook a traditional French 2-course meal (while enjoying a glass of rosé) from seasonal southwestern French produce! Your 3.5 hour food and wine experience also includes a 20-min tour of the chateau while your food is cooking. After your tour, return to the kitchen to plate your food. Learn to pair and enjoy the food you helped prepare with regional wines. Chef Stephanie will not eat with you but you will be joined by either Isabelle or a member of the chateau staff for your meal if you wish. You are welcome to enjoy the grounds after your meal with a cup of coffee in hand and/or playing bocce ball.

Please NOTE this booking requires a 1-week cancellation for a full refund. Our standard 48-hour cancellation policy does not apply to this experience.

Notes: NOTE 1: Your host requests a minimum of four adults for this experience - she can accommodate fewer guests but you would be charged the price for four adults.
NOTE 2: This booking requires a 1-week cancellation for a full refund. Our standard 48-hour cancellation policy DOES NOT apply to this host.

Languages spoken: English, Spanish, French

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Appetizer: Celery ravioli stuffed with chestnut and Jerusalem artichokes in a shiitake mushroom cream
  • Main: Chicken supreme with sage butter, vegetable and mushroom confit in a black garlic and miso jus
  • Dessert: Saint-Émilion macarons
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Stephanie

$188 USD

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Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ ppl
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $188 $188
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 people 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $188 $188
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 10:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-9:00pm

Meet Stephanie

A Bordeaux local, Stephanie was so passionate about food and wine that she turned it into a lifestyle - she went to culinary school, worked with several chefs over the years and now creates recipes that either pair well with wine or incorporate wine. She is excited to teach people about appreciating wine and pairing it with food made from fresh, local southwestern French ingredients. Stephanie teaches cooking classes at Chateau Fleur de Lisse, a recently renovated 19th century family winery that combines classic French architecture with a modern coziness that makes you feel at home. The chateau is a 5-min drive from Saint-Émilion and a 40-min drive from the city of Bordeaux.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Cooking experience: (4-8 guests) You will first be greeted by Isabelle, a warm and friendly former French tour guide who runs operations and wine tourism development at the chateau. Isabelle (or a member of her team when she's not around) will take you upstairs to the chateau kitchen and introduce you to your chef, Stephanie. Don an apron, roll up your sleeves and get ready for your private, hands-on French cooking class. During your 2-hour cooking class, learn to cook a traditional French 2-course meal (while enjoying a glass of rosé) from seasonal southwestern French produce! Your 3.5 hour food and wine experience also includes a 20-min tour of the chateau while your food is cooking. After your tour, return to the kitchen to plate your food. Learn to pair and enjoy the food you helped prepare with regional wines. Chef Stephanie will not eat with you but you will be joined by either Isabelle or a member of the chateau staff for your meal if you wish. You are welcome to enjoy the grounds after your meal with a cup of coffee in hand and/or playing bocce ball.

Please NOTE this booking requires a 1-week cancellation for a full refund. Our standard 48-hour cancellation policy does not apply to this experience.

Notes: NOTE 1: Your host requests a minimum of four adults for this experience - she can accommodate fewer guests but you would be charged the price for four adults.
NOTE 2: This booking requires a 1-week cancellation for a full refund. Our standard 48-hour cancellation policy DOES NOT apply to this host.

Languages spoken: English, Spanish, French

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Appetizer: Celery ravioli stuffed with chestnut and Jerusalem artichokes in a shiitake mushroom cream
  • Main: Chicken supreme with sage butter, vegetable and mushroom confit in a black garlic and miso jus
  • Dessert: Saint-Émilion macarons
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ ppl
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $188 $188
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 people 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $188 $188
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 10:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-9:00pm
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