TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials from our French cooking class students!

Tamara, Tennessee

“Chez François does a terrific job with his classes. He is organized, thoroughly explains all steps, friendly, interactive and best of all, an incredible chef!!!! The food is delicious!!! I have been able to add yummy French cuisine into my household now, and I look forward to more classes with him.“

Debra, Utah

“Francois is a wonderful teacher! He explains all steps of his recipe very clearly and with humor. He consistently makes sure that everyone understands each step. He is very encouraging and patient!“

Suzanne, New Jersey

“Thank you, François! It was a great class and I really enjoyed it. You are a fabulous instructor. You explained everything perfectly and I was able to follow along to a tee. And the finished product was absolutely delicious! I am looking forward to taking some more of your classes.“

Camille, Yorba Linda, California

“I loved every moment! Your class is wonderful! And the chocolate mousse is to die for. You are a great teacher, I’m so, so happy I found you.“

Victoria, Florida

“Thank you so much for teaching the class! The steak and potatoes were amazing, easily the best thing I’ve cooked in a while. Your guidance and instruction were immensely helpful in making it delicious. Thanks again :)“

Leslee, Long Island, New York

“O-M-G Francois… those little cherry tomato tarte tatin!!! sooooo yummy!!! I basically ate five of them as a light dinner Lol 🙂 “

Susan, Orange County, California

“Absolutely the most delectable French onion soup EVER !! We are totally spoiled now and will NEVER order this again in a restaurant. Heavenly!! Thank you so much, François.  I am so grateful for your fabulous cooking classes. I definitely hit the jackpot when I discovered you!“

Paula, Michigan

“The soufflé was fantastic! We were amazed at how beautifully they rose. The flavor and texture were lovely. We will definitely make it again.“

Stella, New York

“Thank you. The Poule-au-Pot was exceptional. Everyone loved it. I learned so much. I love to cook. And these classes are magnificent“

Deborah, Florida

“ Oh my!!!! This is the best Crème Brûlée I’ve ever had!!! And I had many!!! “

Debra, Utah

“My Beef Bourguignon was delicious! I served it with mashed potatoes. I may try some pasta with my leftovers! Your class, as always, was inspiring and fun. Your teaching style always makes me feel comfortable and capable!! You are the best! “

Anne, Georgia

“The veal exceeded my expectations. It was both tender and delicious. The sauce absolutely made this dish one of my favorites. As a matter of fact, I had to restrain myself from stealing a bite every time I opened the refrigerator! Thank you!!“

Jared, Yorba Linda, California

“For years, I have always ordered French Onion Soup when dining in a French Restaurant. Chez François’Onion Soup was the best I’ve ever had. period.“

Renee, Florida

“I have taken three classes with Chef Francois and each one has been amazing but my favorite by far is the lamb tagine. My sister and I went to Morocco last year. We ate delicious food made in tagines the whole week. Shortly after being home, I saw an advertisement for Chef Francois having a lamb tagine class. Unfortunately, I was not able to connect on that class, but Chef François rescheduled another tagine class just for me and my sister when she was in town for us to do together. It was very special and the food was out of this world. I have to say it was even better than the lamb we had in Morocco. I’ve also done a crème brûlée, olive bread and cheese soufflé class. Each class has technical portions which he waits and makes sure that each person in the class is up to speed and at the right consistency before moving on. If you take Chef François’ classes, you will have amazing food guaranteed. I highly recommend taking one of his classes. I’ve already signed up for two more classes and cannot wait.“

Sharon, Los Angeles, California

“Chef Francois!!! Thank you soooo much for a perfect evening! My family and friends could not stop talking about it. EVERYONE loved the mediterranean vegetarian burger even the meat eaters. Everyone loved the pesto and the explosion of flavors in the food. Perfection! You are the best Chef! Thanks again “

Carrie, New Jersey

“Thank you so much. The Cauliflower Gratin came out amazing!! So creamy and delightful! What a perfect side dish. My kid loved it as well. Thank you!“

Ruth, Ontario, Canada

“The Pork Tenderloin Roast was delicious, it was most tender & the punch of so many wonderful spices was amazing!“

Kimberly, NY

“Thank you soooo much! I loved cooking with my daughter, who is in another state. Looking forward to more classes!! I loooooooved taking this class with my daughter and then having dinner together via internet/FaceTime. My family is spread out and not local, so I think it is a fantastic way to get together and spend time afterwards. I loved learning from Chef. Excited about my upcoming classes.“

Suzanne, New Jersey

“C’était délicieux! Fantastic recipe, François. The flavors were delicious and that sauce is fabulous. I consider myself pretty good in the kitchen, but the last two classes you’ve always given me some tips that I did not know about that have taken things to the next level, so thank you!“

Carrie, Missouri

“Loved the last class; chocolate mousse was amazing “

Anne, Georgia

“I absolutely loved the lentils! They have been fabulous for my stomach. This is definitely going to be a staple in my menu. Thank you so much for adding this to your selection!“

Paula, Michigan

“The Lentils were so good! Definitely will make again and again.“

Beth, Warrington

“What a wonderful dinner, absolutely delicious, everyone enjoyed it! I will sign up for more classes in the future “

Susan, Orange County, California

“Another fabulous French-inspired dish created by Chef François. Instructions for this wild mushroom and chestnut soup were very easy to follow. It was super delicious and will be a definite do-over. Thank you chef!! Can’t wait for our next class!!“

Carrie, Missouri

“The Croque-Monsieur was so good, I couldn’t help but eat it right away. I’m so happy that I took this class! It’s a winner for me. I’ll add it to my collection. Thank you, again“

Leslee, Long Island, New York

“Wow, wow, and WOW! We ate that salmon and vegetable mash so fast that we didn’t even have a second to take a picture of how pretty it looked! Thank you so much!!! I will be making that one a million times.“

Jennifer, Virginia

“Omg the Coq au Vin was soooo delicious!!! Cannot wait to have more tomorrow.“

Susan, Brea, California

“Oooh La La!!!! I can’t stop eating your pumpkin soup — c’est magnifique! We had a blast with Linda, and even my husband joined us for pumpkin soup lunch on the patio. The seasonings were perfect, and such a bonus that the soup is so healthy. Honestly, François, I NEVER would have attempted to make that soup from scratch, but it was so simple and doable with your clear instructions. Thank you for a wonderfully entertaining cooking experience. I’m looking forward to next weekend’s classes!!“

Christine, Pennsylvania

“It was so nice to see you and cook with you again. So much fun — and the soup was scrumptious!“

Carrie, Missouri

“The Raspberry tart was amazing. My Co-workers loved it!! My son also loved it. Thanks for the new recipe.“

Jan, Ohio

“The Raspberry tart was delicious and beautiful.Thank you so much!“

Anna, Massachusetts

“We had so much fun taking your class! The Coq au Vin was delicious, and we enjoyed soaking it all up with a beautiful French baguette.Thank you again. We will definitely be checking out more of your classes in the future.“

Leslee, Long Island, NY

“ I gave the other two pears to my dad and mom, and we just finished these treasures!!! Thank you for teaching such a fun and magical class, as always!!!  I took a picture of mine before I devoured it lol!!“

Carrie, New Jersey

“I love the Poires Belle-Hélène, the combination of  the poached tender pears with the ice cream and whipped Chantilly was amazing!“

Eloise, Chicago, Illinois

“Thank you! My kitchen smells amazing. I will definitely book more classes in the future“

Kathryn and Daniel, Maine

“Thank you so much for the excellent instruction and all your patience. We really enjoyed learning many techniques that will help not only when we make a charlotte again but when we need to make a soufflé or melt chocolate too“

Leslee, Long Island, NY

“Thank you! The Chocolate Charlotte was so delicious and so fun to make!!“

Susan, California

“Not only was the Stuffed Spaghetti Squash beautiful, it was also delicious. I loved the mélange of flavors and thought the bread crumb topping was super yummy“

Hila, Connecticut

“The Stuffed Spaghetti Squash was very flavorful! I ate my whole piece and my older son ate his whole piece and even the leftover stuffing. Thank you!“

Anna

“Found the event spectacular and thoroughly enjoyed every aspect which engaged my attention to cooking. I realized mushrooms and shallots are a delicious combination and would attempt stir frying on a pan with spinach in the near future. Overall a wonderful experience that caught me by surprise. Would recommend to a friend absolutely to romantic settings and platonic pleasure.“

Tricia, New Hampshire

“So much fun!!!Chef Francois is talented, patient and fun. I can’t wait to do another class! “

Peggy, Greater Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

“Dear Chez Francois, My husband and I wanted to thank you for our lovely informative cooking class with you last Saturday. It was great fun and we loved learning your secrets for the very best Beef Bourguignon ever! My husband enjoyed his flambe’ing although he was a little heavy with the cognac. And yes, the next day it was even better. I highly recommend a class with Chez Francois, you will not be disappointed!“

Anne, Georgia

“My Stuffed Tomatoes were wonderful! And an absolute treat! Thank you for your individual time on Saturday. I gave 2 to my neighbors, and froze 4 for the future! I’m looking forward to my next class!“

Participant, French Apple Tart

“Great Class. The Chef is extraordinary, pushes you to learn and cook. Delicious recipes I am fortunate to take these classes. and so would you.“

Debra, Utah

“Thank you Francois! The cherry tomatoes tarte latin are delicious! I can’t wait to make and serve them at my next holiday event.“

Leslee, Long Island, New York

“The Cauliflower came out wonderfully! It was really delicious! I had so much fun in your class! My mother and I enjoyed eating it together and had enough left for tomorrow. I really had a great time! I am very excited to learn some more! I had the best time cooking tonight, thank you again!“

Rachel, Chicago

“Ooh lala, we had a blast! My husband and I were gifted a private cooking lesson with Francois and it was just what we needed. We were able to select our choice of recipe (we chose beef bourguignon), customize (I hate mushrooms), and get clarification on our ingredients and pans needed ahead of time, along with prep work. Francois was helpful and patient to two french cooking newbies. He made us feel comfortable as we asked questions throughout, had awesome tips, fun stories, and overall kept us smiling as we went along. The dish was INCREDIBLE and fed us for a few days. The only thing better than the food was the experience itself. My husband learned he can indeed cut onions, and I left feeling like I could conquer much more complex recipes then I would have before. Thanks Francois, it was a great activity while the kiddos slept, and we truly enjoyed learning from you. “

Maddie, Las Vegas, Nevada

“Thank you very much for the Pot-au-feu class. Still eating the dish and loving it, you are a good teacher”.

Anne, Georgia

“The Raspberry tart was delicious!! I saved some for my birthday. It came at a perfect time…Thank you!“

Brenna, Orlando, Florida

“Thank you so much Chez Francois! That was a really gorgeous evening you’re an excellent host!“

Christine, Bensalem, Pennsylvania

“My chocolate tart was perfect! Thank you so much! I am excited to make this for gatherings.Chef Francois was kind, friendly, patient and so knowledgeable! This tart tastes fabulous, and I will be making it for guests when I have dinner parties for sure!“

Kazumi, New York

“I really enjoyed cooking with Chez François and new people, and it was more interesting than I expected!“

Debra, Utah

““The quiche was delicious! I had some with dinner last night! 🙂 I am enjoying some for breakfast this morning! My family loves it! Thank you for another great cooking class! I look forward to the next one!”“

Tamara, Tennessee

“The Crème Brûlée was delicious!!! The class was amazing, like always! I look forward to the next one!“

Deborah, Boston

“The Croque-Monsieur was delicious. Thank you so much“

Anne, Georgia

“Thank you! You were absolutely correct about making a crust from scratch. It was delicious! Thank you again!“

Paula, Michigan

“This salmon and spinach croissant class was a fun challenge. My croissants came out very good and tasted fantastic. As always, Chef Francois is fun and patient with us. A bonus for me is I get to cook long distance with my sister and Bill“

Stace, Queens, New York City

“Absolutely a fantastic class. Believe it or not this is the first time in my life that I enjoyed cooking. Thank you so much!“

Marilu, California

“It was spectacular, thank you!”

Stella, New York

“Such a great chef and instructor. The Shepherd’s Pie was wonderful. Thank you so much.“

Anne, Georgia

“It was amazing! As usual, your recipe did not disappoint. The flavors of the Shepherd’s Pie are very authentic, and I find myself reaching for more….! This recipe is definitely a keeper! Thank you!!“

Renee, Florida

“This Shepherd’s Pie is better than Alton Brown’s recipe“

Rosemarie and Dave, New Jersey

“Our dinner was delicious! We enjoyed the class. We signed up for two other classes and can’t wait to take them with you.”

George, Long Island, New York

“I want to thank you you may not think you have much of an impact but your class was great, the preparation was terrific and I picked up good pointers. keep the classes going I will take as many as I can.”

Dave, Ontario, Canada

“The instructor is very patient and friendly. He is well organized and explains things well. I had a kitchen mishap and he made sure that I was able to catch up.“

Susan, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania

“Thank you for the class and the great tips to make cheese soufflés. Mine are perfect and they taste so delicious. Your egg folding technique and broiling first made the difference. I took a cheese soufflé class taught by Martha Stewart a few weeks ago. She taught really quickly and completely ignored the students in the class. She was more interested in explaining to us the products she was selling. My soufflé fell. I was so mad after the class I emailed a complaint to customer service and the next day got a refund. Then I signed up for your class. Thank you for your patience. You are an excellent teacher. Can’t wait for the next class“

Stephanie, California

“Thank you for the class! The food was really good and I plan to eat it again tomorrow. I need to look for another class!”

Tamara, Tennessee

“Thank you so much for an incredible evening with delicious food again! My family loved the Croque Monsieur!!!! I have 4 men in the house, so I had to make more of them after the class. We enjoyed it with a salad!“

Laura, Burlington, Vermont

“Francois makes cooking so much fun! He has a real gift for explaining things in an accessible way so even the most cooking-challenged can understand!”

Barbara, Fairfax, Virginia

““Thank you Chez François! My husband is still raving about this dish! It was such a pleasure cooking with you too. I will be back soon!!!!”“

Deborah, Boston, Massachusetts

““Thank you it was absolutely delicious. I have some of the broth left over. It turned out really great. I let it simmer for over an hour.”“

Louisa and Julian, New York

“Thank you so much for the fantastic time during the preparation of the recipe, we absolutely love it, the taste and the simplicity of the dish make us want to prepare it more than once and with some interesting variations. We really appreciate your time, patience, and knowledge. Looking forward to having the next cooking session with you!”

Michael, Queens, New York City

“The French Onion Soup was very delicious. And I can’t stop telling people how much fun Francois is. His demonstration of the recipe was a real treat. He loves what he is cooking, and that love is infectious. All the best to him. ”

Elizabeth, Boston, Massachusetts

“Delicious bouillabaisse!! Thank you!”

Seema, Maryland

“Thank you so much for a lovely fun class! I really enjoyed learning how to make this French dish! I cannot wait for my next class!“

Julia, Florida (Testimonial in Russian)

“Прекрасный урок по приготовлению пирога из рыбы. Все понятно даже далеким от плиты дамам! а уж какой вкусный пирог вышел у меня просто не описать! Мы его кушали 3 дня. Благодарю за урок настоящего Мастера!“

Vanessa, Manhattan, New York City

“Great class and menu! It came out delicious!“

Carolyn, British Columbia, Canada

“Thank you Francois we had a great time yesterday. What better way to spend Valentine’s day with those you love. It was so much fun and our mousse au chocolate was delicious!“

Robbi, Connecticut

“ Nous avons adoré la soupe de Kale et de Chorizo. Deux bols chacun! Et merci pour la leçon et votre patience. Vous êtes très gentil et j’aime beaucoup parler français avec vous. Mon mari vient de manger son troisième bol! Merci encore. J’ai adoré cette leçon et la soupe.“

Joel, Florida

“ Chez Francois taught me how to cook and clean mussels. He also gave useful tips in spotting bad mussels to prevent food poisoning. I learned a lot and prepared a delicious dish that I hope to remake in the near future.“

Jana, Brooklyn, New York

“After the cooking class, I went to visit a friend and actually took half of the madeleines cookies with me. They finished them all at my friend’s house and when I came home, they were also finished here! So they really loved it. Now I know I’ll be making more of them! Thank you very much“

Sharon, Los Angeles, California

“It is amazing! There is so much flavor in each bite. I’m very proud of it. I ate it without anything else. It was a nice healthy, flavorful dinner. Thanks Chez Francois!“

Pamela, Tarrytown, New York

“Many thanks Francois.  What a nice way to spend an evening! Recipe came out delicious!“

Theresa, Minneapolis, Minnesota

“Hello Chez  Francois! Thanks for being a great teacher. We loved the meal and are eating the leftovers today. We sent pics to each other of the final product.  It was fun to see how different each dish looked!“

Christopher, Connecticut

“Francois, you were really fantastic.  That was so much fun.“

Anne, Georgia

“Dear Chef Francois, It was indeed fun! I never thought I would be able to make crêpes so easily! Leave it to you to make everything so easy. I cannot wait until my next class.“

Jan, Ohio

“Thanks – it was great fun and the crêpes are delicious!“

Leslee, New York

“ The Kale Chorizo Soup was a perfect gift in every bite..nice balance of flavors and a spark of different flavor with every spoonful!Soooo delicious!! And made with a vegetarian twist in ingredients…even with meat substitutes it still was out of this world! I had a delightful time! Thank you so much; it was really so much fun and informative!“

William, Michigan

“The crêpes class was awesome! I look forward to taking many more!“

Susan, OC, California

“Merci infiniment for such a delicious meal and wonderful experience! My kitchen was transformed into a busy and exciting French restaurant kitchen with you as the head chef directing us! Your guidance and easy-to-follow techniques made the whole process very easy and doable. Both the steak and potatoes were out of this world, delicious. I forgot to mention that the potatoes tasted even better than the Dauphinoise Potatoes that we enjoyed at Le Train Bleu in Paris….and they were spectacular!“

Anna, Massachusetts

“Thank you so much, Francois! I had such a fun time, and my crepes were delicious!!“

Jean, Arizona

“It was a very fun evening, and I enjoyed my salad and the fish pie very much!  Thanks for forwarding the recipe. It is amazing how much fun a group class can be, even when everyone is apart!  You are a great host and teacher.“

Peter & Tim, Saint Paul, Minnesota

“We just took our 7th Zoom cooking class from Chez Francois. We’ve really enjoyed Chez Francois’s authentic recipes. He’s very talented and patient and he’s from Lyon, France, the gastronomic heart of France. We’ve had some excellent French dinners (and chocolate mousse, too) and learned so many food-prep techniques from Chez Francois.“

Alicia, Bronx, New York City

“Thank you so much for that wonderful class. I enjoyed it immensely and can’t wait to take more classes. This was my first tart ever; I had enough leftover dough and filling to make a few mini chocolate tarts. They all came out so great and tasted delicious! Thank you again.“

Dorée, Oklahoma

“I want to recommend the Fresh Salmon & Asparagus Lasagna class to anyone who is considering it…. You won’t be disappointed!
I took this class the last time it was offered…. more out of curiosity than anything else. I love Salmon, Asparagus, and Lasagna (eaten separately) and honestly wasn’t sure how the flavors would be combined, in a Lasagna no less. So, I followed along in class; and while everything smelled good, I was still skeptical.
So, into the oven and then out again when the timer went off. It looked and smelled good, so I cut into it and plated my dish. At first bite I knew it was a winner and I’d be making it again in the future! The flavors of everything were so well balanced and not one thing overpowered the other! It is truly a wonderful dish!“

Susan, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania

“The Spinach & White Sweet Potato Phyllo Pie looks like it turned out as it should. It was delicious. Can’t wait to try it cold. I have never had anything like this. Very nice combination of flavors. I can’t wait to experiment with other vegetables as you suggested. Thank you for the class.“

Leslee, Long Island, NY

“I had a wonderful time at our cooking class, thank you!! I want to make the madeleines soon again. My family ate them all so quickly :)“

Elle, Queens, New York City

“I have always been afraid of cooking, but Francois’ clear step-by-step instructions made cooking so fun and easy! I couldn’t believe the mouth-watering dishes we created together!”

Leslee, Long Island, New York

“Thank you! The soup came out delectable!“

PK, Calgary, Canada

“That was so fun and challenging! Thank you. I can’t believe I’ve never cooked with coriander seeds before!“

Paula, Michigan

“Delicious roast – it was perfectly pink inside. The meat was tender and flavorful. The potatoes were delicious as well. Served with asparagus dressed with a balsamic reduction and Parmesan cheese. Fed 5 with leftovers“

Renée, Florida

“It’s so special to be able to cook with my sister while she is in Michigan and I am in Florida with Chef Francois classes. He is a great chef and every meal has been superb!“

Carrie, New Jersey

“The Herb Parmesan Crusted Cod came out really well! The plating tips were really helpful. Thank you so much!“

Camille, California

“My fish was delicious!!Thank you!“

Dave, Ontario, Canada

“Thank you! The Quiche Lorraine turned out fantastic. I’m going to make it again for some friends.“

Renée, Florida

“The Coq au Vin was soooo delicious.  What a great class.  Thank you!!“

Susan, California

“Your wonderful Coq au Vin recipe definitely sets a very high bar for this French classic.  It was delicious, very rich and savory with complex and earthy flavors.“

Deborah, Florida

“The Coq au Vin was amazing!! I don’t think I have ever had it before, even while I was in Paris for 6 weeks. I also made the apple tart for dessert, and I got raves from the family. They all said the crust was perfect. Thanks for teaching us these classic French dishes.“

Debra, Utah

“The steak was delicious! Very tender and flavorful! My granddaughter enjoyed the class! She sent pictures of the steak and potatoes to her mom. She was very proud of what she accomplished! We will be making this recipe again and again!“

Carrie, Missouri

“This was a wonderful class. I finally learned how to cook a perfect steak! Yeah!“

Maggie

“Dear Francois, Thank you for the lesson! Everyone raved about the meal!!!“

Debra, Utah

“My Flan Patissier turned out wonderful! As my sister-in-law was eating a serving of it last night, she asked me when I could make it again! Thank you so very much for the class yesterday! You are an excellent teacher with delicious recipes!“

Eloise, Illinois

“Le Steak au Poivre” was fabulous! My friends who joined raved about everything. “

Susan, Orange County, California

“Another fantastic class with you, Chef!! The Croque Monsieurs were cheesy,  delicious perfection!! The béchamel sauce added such an unexpectedly delectable flavor. We had such a great time cooking with your expert guidance!!  Can’t wait for our next class! Merci Beaucoup!“

Shawn, Virginia

“The class was great! I will be back again soon!“

Deb, Florida

“Thank you so much for your support in these classes. My sandwich was so delicious. My great-nephew fell in love with the first bite. It was his first time eating this sandwich. I paired it with a salad because it’s so hearty. “

Leslee, Long Island, New York

“The lemon soufflé came out really tasty! It had a fluffy texture underneath the top which kind of was like a little skin like covering. The inside was light, and we liked it with a little powdered sugar and whipped cream.“

Kelley, San Diego, California

“Thank you so much!! I had so much fun and really enjoyed the class a lot. I couldn’t believe that I was able to make it and look forward to more classes.“

Becky, Virginia

“Thank you Francois! My Madeleines turned out delicious! I will definitely be making them again soon to share with my coworkers.“

Debra, Utah

“This Christmas Orange Cranberry cake was amazing! My family loved it!“

Anu, Washington

“😋 The Madeleines were delicious!! Thank you 🙏!!“

Laura, New York, NY

“Thank you so much!! The madeleines came out great. They were so fluffy! My family enjoyed them.“

Camille, Yorba Linda, California

“The French Mussels were delicious! Thank you for the class! Always fun to cook with you!!“

Carrie, New Jersey

“The French Mussels were absolutely incredible! What a luxury after a weekend of winter storms and shoveling! I’ll definitely be making them again soon.“

Dave and Ruth, Ontario, Canada

“We greatly enjoyed your class and your patience with us. The Tarte Tatin turned out great.“

Michaela, Maine

“Thank you so much! I had a wonderful time, and my Zucchini Gratin turned out great! I will definitely be joining more classes in the future!“

John, Virginia

“The Zucchini Gratin was great, and it was also great being part of the class. What a great way to spend a Saturday night!“

Watch and listen to LAURA talking about her cooking class experience with Chez François!