The Official Emily in Paris Wine & Cheese with Butter Making

The clever part of this Emily in Paris experience is that it turns a television tie-in into a real French food lesson. You taste four wines with five cheeses, then make butter flavored with fleur de sel, herbs, or lavender. The aroma challenge keeps things lively, and the final cocktail gives the evening a proper Parisian finish.

I like the thoughtful wine-and-cheese pairings, and I like the way the hosts mix practical tasting tips with French food customs and conversation. Anais and Fiorella have both earned warm praise for making the session relaxed and fun. The main drawback is the price: at $116 per person for two hours, this is not a casual snack stop, and it is limited to adults.

Key points to know

• Make your own French butter: Choose fleur de sel, herbs, or lavender and leave with a hands-on taste of French kitchen tradition.
• Four wines and five cheeses: The tasting includes both red and white wines, fresh bread, and pairings designed to show how flavors work together.
• Aroma and blindfold challenges: You test your nose and palate rather than simply listening to a talk.
• English-speaking hosts: Professional sommeliers and chefs lead the session, with Anais and Fiorella specifically praised for their warmth and food knowledge.
• A polished Emily in Paris finish: Expect a signature cocktail, a Paris by Emily tote bag, and a Polaroid photo in a frame.
• Easy central Paris location: The atelier is at 60 Rue de Cléry, close to Sentier, Bonne Nouvelle, and Réaumur-Sébastopol stations.

What the two-hour atelier actually feels like

This is a seated tasting class with a playful television theme, not a walking tour of Paris or a visit to a vineyard. You meet at 60 Rue de Cléry in the second arrondissement, then spend about two hours inside the tasting space with an English-speaking host.

The setting is designed to feel stylish and light rather than formal. You get a tasting card to follow along, which matters because four wines and five cheeses can quickly blur together if you are not taking notes. The card gives the session some shape and lets you remember which combinations worked best for you.

The hosts bring the food knowledge. A professional sommelier leads the wine side, while a chef helps with the butter-making portion and the broader food discussion. Names can vary by session, but Anais and Fiorella have been singled out for their clear explanations, good conversation, and ability to keep the mood easy.

You should expect a social activity rather than a private lesson. The experience works well for couples, friends, and families with adult children. One father and his wife enjoyed it even though he was not familiar with the television show, because the food and wine teaching did not depend on knowing the characters or plot.

Four wines, five cheeses, and fresh bread

The main tasting is built around four French wines and five artisanal cheeses. The wines include a mix of whites and reds, giving you a wider view of French wine styles than a single-region tasting would.

The best reason to book this rather than simply ordering wine and cheese at a bar is the pairing guidance. You are shown how a particular cheese changes the taste of a wine, and how bread can soften or sharpen the experience. That is useful knowledge you can apply later, even if you never learn to identify every grape variety.

The pairings have drawn especially strong praise. The focus is not just on expensive ingredients placed on a board. It is on the relationship between them. A good pairing can make a wine seem fruitier, rounder, drier, or more fresh, and the host helps you notice those changes.

You are also given freshly baked French bread. It is a small detail, but an important one. Bread cleans up the tasting, gives you something substantial between wines, and makes the session feel like a proper French apéro rather than four quick sips.

The selection is described as artisanal and premium, but the exact labels and cheese names are not provided in advance. That is worth keeping in mind if you are hoping to taste a particular château, region, or famous cheese. You are booking the format and instruction, not a fixed collector’s menu.

Making butter with fleur de sel, herbs, or lavender

The butter-making section gives the experience its most hands-on element. Instead of simply eating French butter, you prepare your own customized version with a choice of fleur de sel, herbs, or lavender.

Fleur de sel adds a clean mineral saltiness and is the simplest choice if you want to taste the butter itself. Herbs give it a savory direction, while lavender brings a more floral note. You do not need prior cooking skill. The point is to play with flavor and understand how a few small additions can change a familiar ingredient.

This activity also gives you a useful glimpse of French food culture. Butter, bread, cheese, and wine are not treated as separate attractions here. They are presented as parts of the same table tradition. The lesson is practical and sensory, which makes it easier to remember than a long explanation about regional cuisine.

I would especially recommend this portion to anyone who likes food workshops but does not want a full cooking class. You get to make something yourself without spending half a day preparing a complicated dish. The tradeoff is that the butter is one part of a larger tasting, so do not expect a long lesson on French dairy production or advanced technique.

Testing your nose in the aroma challenge

Wine tasting can become a little stiff when one person talks and everyone else nods. The aroma challenge helps prevent that.

You test your senses and try to identify scents, with a blindfold element included in the activity. It is deliberately playful. You do not need a trained palate, and getting an answer wrong is part of the fun rather than a failure.

This works well for groups because it creates conversation. You may recognize an aroma quickly, while someone else associates it with a completely different memory. The exercise also explains why professional tasting involves more than taking a sip and saying that a wine tastes good.

The session includes trivia cards as well, adding another light game to the food lesson. These details give the activity some energy and help explain why people who are not serious wine drinkers can enjoy it. Still, if you want a quiet, highly formal tasting with long periods of concentration, this may feel too playful.

French culture beyond the television show

The Netflix connection is the hook, but it is not the whole activity. The hosts discuss French wine traditions, food customs, and social habits as you taste.

That cultural layer is one of the better reasons to choose this experience over a generic wine flight. You learn about the role of the apéro, the way French people think about pairing, and why bread, butter, cheese, and wine belong together at the table. The discussion also touches on French culture and society, according to the activity description and host-led format.

You do not need to have watched Emily in Paris. Fans will enjoy the visual style, trivia, and references, but the tasting still works as a food experience on its own. If you are traveling with someone who has never seen the show, that person should still have plenty to do and taste.

For fans, the show adds a bit of theatrical fun. The tote bag and Polaroid extend that theme beyond the room. Just keep your expectations in check: this is an official Netflix-themed food experience, not a tour of filming locations or a chance to meet the cast.

The cocktail and take-home souvenirs

The tasting ends with a signature Emily in Paris cocktail. The exact recipe is not specified, but one participant especially enjoyed the cocktail and left planning to make Lillet Spritzes at home.

That final drink changes the rhythm of the evening. The wine portion is structured and educational, while the cocktail feels more relaxed and celebratory. It gives you a chance to talk with the group and enjoy the last part of the session without concentrating on tasting notes.

You also receive a Paris by Emily tote bag and a customized Polaroid photo with a frame. The photograph is a more personal souvenir than a standard branded gift, particularly for couples or friends. It also makes the experience feel complete rather than ending abruptly after the last pour.

These extras help support the price, though I would not book the activity just for the tote bag. The real value comes from the wine, cheese, teaching, and social setting. Think of the gifts as a pleasant finish.

Is $116 a fair price?

At $116 per person, this costs more than a casual cheese plate and a few glasses of wine. You are paying for a guided two-hour experience, four wines, five cheeses, fresh bread, butter-making, a cocktail, the tasting card, and the take-home items.

The price makes better sense if you value instruction and atmosphere. A sommelier and chef are not merely handing you food. They explain how to taste, lead the aroma game, discuss French customs, and help you understand the pairings. The session also has the polish of a branded production rather than the informality of a bar order.

It is less convincing for someone who only wants to drink French wine. If you already know what you like and prefer choosing your own bottles, you can probably spend less elsewhere. You also should not expect a full meal. The bread, cheese, butter, and wine make a satisfying tasting, but the activity is not described as dinner.

The strong rating of 4.9 from 20 reviews supports the idea that the experience delivers what it promises, especially in hosting and pairings. I would still judge the price based on your interests. For an Emily in Paris fan, a food-loving couple, or a visitor looking for a structured evening activity, the cost is easier to justify.

Getting to 60 Rue de Cléry on time

The meeting point is at 60 Rue de Cléry, 75002 Paris. Sentier station on Line 3 is the closest, about a two-minute walk. Bonne Nouvelle on Lines 8 and 9 is about five minutes away, while Réaumur-Sébastopol on Lines 3 and 4 is about six minutes away.

Arrive a few minutes early. The door may open only at the scheduled start time or shortly before, while the hosts prepare the room. Late arrivals cannot be accepted once the activity has begun, so do not plan to squeeze this between two far-apart appointments.

Transportation is not included, but you do not need a separate transfer. The central location and nearby metro stations make this easy to reach from other parts of Paris. The experience is wheelchair accessible, which is useful if you are choosing activities for a mixed-mobility group.

Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Children under 18 cannot participate, so this is an adults-only outing.

Who should book this Paris tasting?

I would choose this for:

• An Emily in Paris fan who wants more than a photo opportunity
• A couple looking for a relaxed evening activity
• Friends who enjoy wine, cheese, and light games
• An adult family group with different levels of wine experience
• Anyone who wants French food context without committing to a full cooking course

The format is friendly to beginners. You do not need to know wine terms, and the aroma test is designed to involve everyone. At the same time, people who already enjoy wine should find enough pairing detail and cultural discussion to stay interested.

I would skip it if you dislike branded experiences, do not drink alcohol, or want a large meal. The Netflix theme is present throughout the tone and souvenirs, so visitors seeking a strictly traditional, quiet wine seminar may prefer a different format.

Booking flexibility and practical details

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, which gives you some protection if your Paris plans shift. You can also reserve now and pay later, subject to the booking terms.

The experience is offered in English, and the listed host language is English. Check the available start times when booking because the activity lasts two hours and late entry is not accepted.

Plan to enjoy the wine at a measured pace. Four wines over two hours is enough for a proper tasting, and the cheese, bread, butter-making, games, cocktail, and conversation fill out the session. You do not need to add another food booking immediately before it.

Should you book the Emily in Paris wine and cheese experience?

Book it if you want a polished, social tasting with real food instruction and a little television sparkle. The strongest features are the well-matched wines and cheeses, the hands-on flavored butter, and hosts such as Anais and Fiorella who bring warmth and clear explanations to the session.

The $116 price is the main question. It is fair for the full package, but high if you only want a drink. Emily in Paris fans get the most thematic value, while nonfans can still enjoy the experience because the wine, cheese, French bread, cocktail, and sensory games carry the activity.

For a central Paris evening that feels more personal than a standard tasting flight, I would book it. Just arrive early, bring an adult appetite for wine and cheese, and treat the tote bag and Polaroid as bonuses rather than the reason to go.

FAQ

Where does the Emily in Paris wine and cheese experience take place?

It takes place at 60 Rue de Cléry, 75002 Paris, France. Sentier station on Line 3 is about a two-minute walk away.

How long does the experience last?

The activity lasts two hours. Starting times vary, so check availability when booking.

What food and drinks are included?

You taste five artisanal French cheeses, four French wines, freshly baked bread, and a signature Emily in Paris cocktail. You also make customized butter with fleur de sel, herbs, or lavender.

Is the experience offered in English?

Yes. The host or greeter language is English, and the activity includes guidance from a professional sommelier and chef.

Is the activity suitable for children?

No. It is not suitable for children under 18.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Can I cancel or pay later?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available.