Paris: Cheesemaking Workshop & Wine Tasting with Local Expert

Summary

Learn to make cheese in Paris with wine tasting and expert tips

You’ll roll up your sleeves at the Living Cheese Museum in Paris for a hands-on cheesemaking workshop led by a real expert. Taste French cheeses paired with wine while swapping stories around the table. You’ll leave not just with your own homemade cheese but also some honest memories (and maybe a new favorite wine).

What’s the experience like?

The morning didn’t go exactly as planned — I got off at the wrong metro stop and ended up wandering past three bakeries before finally finding the Musée Vivant du Fromage. The smell hit me first, that buttery, slightly sharp scent you only get in real cheese shops. Inside, our guide Camille greeted us with this easy warmth (and a joke about my pronunciation of “fromage” — I deserved it). There were maybe eight of us, all a bit nervous but curious, shuffling around the little prep tables.

Camille led us into the back room where we’d actually make cheese. I expected something complicated, but it was more like magic — milk swirling in big bowls, steam rising up and fogging my glasses. She explained each step in this mix of French and English, never making anyone feel silly for asking basic questions. At one point she handed me a ladle and said, “Go on, you try.” My hands shook a bit but somehow it worked. The texture was soft and warm between my fingers — honestly, I didn’t expect to enjoy that part so much.

Afterwards we sat around a long wooden table for the tasting. They poured us glasses of white wine (dry but not too sharp) and brought out wedges of cheeses I’d never even heard of. Camille told stories about each one — apparently there’s a whole debate about which region does goat cheese best. Someone from our group tried to settle it but just made everyone laugh instead. The whole thing felt relaxed, like being invited into someone’s kitchen rather than a formal class.

I left with my own little wheel of fresh cheese wrapped up in paper — still warm through the bag — and this odd sense of pride. It’s strange how something so simple can stick with you; sometimes when I open my fridge now, I still think about that afternoon in Paris.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Cheesemaking workshop and tasting

• Arrive at Living Cheese Museum
• Meet friendly cheese mongers
• Join cheese expert backstage
• Learn cheesemaking techniques
• Enjoy wine and cheese tasting

Top questions

How long does the Paris cheesemaking workshop last?

The workshop lasts approximately 2 hours.

Is wine included during the Paris cheesemaking class?

Yes, the experience includes both wine and cheese tasting at the end.

Where is the cheesemaking workshop held in Paris?

The workshop takes place at the Musée Vivant du Fromage (Living Cheese Museum).

Do I get to take home any cheese I make?

Yes, you’ll leave with your own freshly made cheese.

Is this Paris cheesemaking experience suitable for beginners?

Yes, it’s designed for all levels and guided by an expert.

Are public transportation options available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the venue.

How many people are usually in each group?

The experience is run in small groups for a more personal touch.

What’s included

Your day includes all dairy ingredients needed for cheesemaking, guidance from an expert at Paris’s Living Cheese Museum, plus a relaxed wine and cheese tasting session before you head out with your own homemade cheese.