🇫🇷 Decadent Poire Belle-Hélène: Paris on a Spoon!
Discover the elegance of classic French cuisine with Poire Belle-Hélène, a timeless dessert that pairs tender poached pears with silky dark chocolate sauce and velvety vanilla ice cream.Continue Reading
Join us for a festive and interactive online cooking class where we’ll put a gourmet twist on a classic: Oeufs Mimosa, featuring a Deviled Eggs Trio that’s sure to impress your holiday guests.Continue Reading
🥖 Straight from the French Brasserie
Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience featuring the classic French Steak au Poivre — pan-seared, peppercorn-crusted steak served with a creamy pan sauce made with peppercorn, cognac, shallots, and cream.
As a side, we’ll create mini potato gratins, those rich, golden layers of buttery potatoes that make every bite magnifique.Continue Reading
Prepare to be amazed—this dish redefines wow. Picture a glistening whole salmon fillet, delicately rolled like a fine roast, and generously filled with a luxurious mousseline made from sweet crab, tender shrimp, and fresh dill. The mousseline is whipped to silky perfection with creamy Boursin cheese, airy egg whites, and a touch of cream, all seasoned to awaken your senses.Continue Reading
Embark on a culinary journey with Chez François and master the art of French cooking! Immerse yourself in an exhilarating class where we’ll create my exquisite Herb Parmesan Crusted Cod with Lemon Sauce. Delight in the tender perfection of this white fish, expertly cooked to stay in one piece. Savor the zesty, creamy lemon sauce that adds a refreshing burst of flavor. Pair this masterpiece with a crisp green leaf salad for a complete dining experience. All this for just USD 40 —don’t miss out on this culinary adventure!Continue Reading
Indulge in the exquisite Raspberry Tart with a Cocoa Pistachio Crust, where the luscious sweetness of fresh raspberries dances with the rich, nutty crunch of pistachios and a hint of decadent cocoa. The filling is a heavenly mousse, crafted from freshly made raspberry puree, while the tart is crowned with a glossy, fresh raspberry glaze that promises a burst of flavor in every bite.Continue Reading
Picture a big, beautiful bowl shimmering with summer colors — golden pearls of couscous glistening under a drizzle of olive oil, each grain perfectly tender and separate. Threads of mint leaves weave through the mix, releasing a cool, refreshing aroma with every toss. Bright green cucumber slices and halved cherry tomatoes bring a satisfying crunch and bursts of sweetness, while scallions add a subtle bite that lifts the flavors.
The herbes de Provence tie everything together with their gentle, earthy perfume — a whisper of lavender and thyme that makes the salad taste like sunshine on a Mediterranean hillside. Crumbled feta adds creamy richness, its saltiness balanced by the tang of kalamata olives scattered like dark jewels across the top.
Chilled just before serving, the salad feels crisp and refreshing — the kind of dish that instantly cools you down on a warm afternoon. A final flourish of homemade lemon dressing glazes the couscous, making the flavors sparkle and sing.
It’s not just a salad — it’s a celebration of summer itself: bright, fragrant, and utterly irresistible.Continue Reading
🇫🇷 A family favorite, the French way: Chicken Cordon Bleu!
Crispy on the outside. Melty on the inside.
In this live class, we’ll prepare tender chicken with Swiss cheese and ham, add my special chef’s twist, and fry it to golden perfection. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for kids and adults!Continue Reading
In this class, we will prepare the stunning Charlotte aux Fraises (Strawberry Charlotte). First, we will bake my homemade biscuits cuillère (Ladyfingers) before starting the filling. This classic French dessert is a delicious cake made with fresh strawberries, homemade crème chantilly, and ladyfingers soaked in strawberry purée syrup.Continue Reading
In this class, you’ll learn how to prepare artichokes the right way, paired with my signature mustard sauce that takes the flavor to the next level. Artichokes might seem intimidating at first, but once you know how to cook them properly, they become a true delight to eat.Continue Reading
