www.chezfrancois.net Asparagus Cooking Tips

‘Tis The Asparagus Season! Here are some tips! Rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, asparagus are low-calorie, cholesterol-free, fat free, low-sodium!  Not only they are a perfect healthy addition to any meal, but also a great source of proteins and fibers. How could we resist? You might mention, of course,Continue Reading

asparagus salmon lasagna

Join me for an interactive live cooking class where we’ll prepare one of my signature dishes: an unexpectedly elegant and absolutely delicious Asparagus, Fresh Salmon & Vermouth Béchamel Lasagna, layered with mozzarella and finished to perfection.
Divine with a chilled rosé or crisp white wine.Continue Reading

EASTER SUNDAY Cooking Class www.chezfrancois.net

🌿 Easter Special Live Cooking Class with Chef François 🇫🇷👨‍🍳

Stuffed Lamb Roast with Gravy & Delicious Hasselback Potatoes

Learn how to create:

🥩 A beautifully stuffed lamb roast with rich, flavorful gravy
🥔 Perfectly crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside Hasselback potatoesContinue Reading

FISH SOUP www.chezfrancois.net

During this class, we will cook together Fish Soup. La Soupe de Poisson is loaded with many varieties of fish in a broth delicately flavored with fennel. This soup has a beautiful stock as its base. Grab fish bones when you see them!
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FISH SOUP www.chezfrancois.net

During this class, we will cook together Fish Soup. La Soupe de Poisson is loaded with many varieties of fish in a broth delicately flavored with fennel. This soup has a beautiful stock as its base. Grab fish bones when you see them!
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Smoked Salmon Watercress Quiche Recipe at www.chezfrancois.net

🇫🇷 Smoked Salmon & Watercress Quiche! Join Chez François and learn how to bake a truly irresistible French Quiche!
Imagine a buttery, flaky crust baked to golden perfection… filled with delicious smoked salmon, a delicate creamy filling, and vibrant greens that add freshness and color to every bite. The richness of the salmon melts beautifully into the smooth egg filling, while the watercress (or your chosen green) adds a light peppery brightness that balances it perfectly.
This elegant quiche can be served warm and comforting straight from the oven, or chilled for a refined brunch or light dinner. Pair it with a crisp lettuce salad and a glass of white wine, and you have the perfect French moment at home.

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Zucchini Gratin www.chezfrancois.net

🇫🇷 Creamy Zucchini Gratin with Béchamel & Beef

Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern
Location: Online via Zoom (link sent on the day of class)
Price: 💶 $40 per person (new class fee starting January 1, 2026)
Class Size: Limited to 10 guests — reserve your seat today!

🥖 A Treat for the Whole Family

Join Chef François for a cozy and flavorful French cooking experience! In this interactive online class, you’ll prepare a classic Gratin de Courgettes — a creamy Zucchini Gratin layered with tender zucchini slices, juicy ground beef, fresh tomatoes, Parmesan, and a rich homemade béchamel sauce. It’s a comforting Mediterranean favorite that brings French countryside warmth right into your kitchen.Continue Reading

Smoked Salmon Watercress Quiche Recipe at www.chezfrancois.net

Join Chez François and learn how to bake a truly irresistible French Quiche!

Imagine a buttery, flaky crust baked to golden perfection… filled with delicious smoked salmon, a delicate creamy filling, and vibrant greens that add freshness and color to every bite. The richness of the salmon melts beautifully into the smooth egg filling, while the watercress (or your chosen green) adds a light peppery brightness that balances it perfectly.Continue Reading

Charlotte au Chocolat www.chezfrancois.net

During this class, we will cook together CHOCOLATE CHARLOTTE! This elegant and delicious dessert is a combination of soaked spongy ladyfingers and succulent chocolate mousse topped with fresh strawberries. This is definitely a showstopping dessert that will impress all your guests! Light and fluffy, this popular French dessert is absolutely divine to taste and to look at!Continue Reading