Cooking classes

Students may select to attend a few or all of the 10 international cooking classes offered at Food Unites the World cooking school. Classes are taught in English.

Where are the classes held?

Chef Samira Hradsky teaches from her private apartment in Paris' 16th arrondissement. Her elegant, practical kitchen boasts a gorgeous granite island that can accommodate up to 8 students. The 6-burner stove, 3 ovens, 2 refrigerators, 3 freezers, and charming nooks featuring Samira's personal oils and vinegars, create a professional yet cosy and friendly environment. Samira's apartment is conveniently located within a 10-minute walk to both the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysées, and a short 3-minute walk from the Metro.

Overview of a typical cooking class

• Each class starts with an introduction to the specific region of choice
• Students are given printed handouts that contain the recipes of the day's class
• Students are given a chapter of Samira's cookbook, which contains the recipes of the day's class
• Students participate with hands-on preparation of the complete meal - all ingredients used in the class are fresh and purchased in local markets
• Students get to eat the gourmet meal they have prepared - this 5-course meal is accompanied by a variety of both red and white wines
• Aprons are provided to all students during class (aprons with school logo are also available for purchase at cost to students only ... click here to order)

Additional options available

• Market visits can be organized and scheduled on request at an additional fee - if you choose to include a market visit as part of your cooking class, you will explore a wonderful, neighborhood market that is only a 10-minute walk away from Samira's apartment
• Private classes for groups of 5 to 8 students are also available on request

Terms and conditions

• Cost: USD $250 per student / per class with market visit
• Cost: USD $200 per student / per class for 2 classes with market visit
• Cost: USD $150 per student per class for all 10 classes without market visit
• Advance bookings are necessary
• Classes must be paid 10 days in advance
• Classes are usually held on Tuesdays and Thursdays; other days can be scheduled upon request
• No refunds are available for missed classes, however, students may attend a make-up class at scheduled times
• Market visits are USD $30 per student / per visit
• Classes for large groups of up to 20 people are available on request
• Minimum of 2 people for each class