The Official Emily in Paris Wine & Cheese with Butter Making

Paris tastes better with butter. This two-hour Emily in Paris tasting atelier pairs four French wines with five artisanal cheeses, fresh bread, and a hands-on butter-making session. I especially like the thoughtful wine and cheese pairings, plus the playful aroma quiz that keeps the tasting from feeling like a lecture. The main drawback is the firm two-hour schedule: late arrivals cannot join once the activity begins.

I also like that the show’s style does not take over the food. The sommelier and chef focus on French traditions, pairing skills, and the stories behind each product. At $116 per person, this is not a cheap snack stop, but the generous tasting menu, cocktail, instruction, tote bag, and Polaroid make it a stronger value than a basic wine flight.

Key points to know before booking

• Four wines and five cheeses: You taste a balanced mix of French reds and whites with freshly baked bread.
• Your own flavored butter: Choose fleur de sel, herbs, or lavender, then make a custom butter to enjoy during the session.
• Aroma quiz included: A blindfolded sensory challenge lets you test your nose in a relaxed, funny way.
• Strong hosts make the difference: Anais and Fiorella are praised for clear wine instruction, French culture, and good conversation.
• A playful finish: The experience ends with an Emily in Paris cocktail, a tote bag, and a framed Polaroid photo.
• Easy central Paris meeting point: The atelier is at 60 Rue de Cléry, close to three Metro stations.

What this Paris tasting experience is really about

This is not simply a cheese board with a television tie-in. It is a guided introduction to several building blocks of French eating: wine, cheese, butter, and bread. The Emily in Paris theme adds color and a few playful touches, but the food and instruction carry the experience.

You sit with a professional sommelier and chef who guide the tasting with an included card. That card gives you something useful to follow as you taste, rather than leaving you to guess what matters in each glass. You learn how to look at wine, smell it, taste it, and think about how it works with food.

I like this format for Paris because it gives you cultural context without requiring a full cooking course. You get a taste of French savoir-faire, but you do not need previous wine knowledge. The atmosphere is meant to be social and light, so you can ask basic questions without feeling out of place.

The experience is conducted in English. It is intended for adults, and children under 18 are not permitted. That makes it a natural fit for couples, friends, and adult family groups.

Four wines and five cheeses, served as a lesson

The central tasting includes four premium French wines and five artisanal cheeses. The wines are balanced between reds and whites, giving the session enough variety without turning into a marathon of small pours.

The pairing is the important part. You are not just tasting wine first and cheese later. You can notice how a particular cheese changes the flavor of a wine, and how a different wine brings out another quality in the same food. That is a useful skill for future meals in France, especially if you plan to visit wine bars or order a cheese course.

Freshly baked French bread accompanies the tasting. Bread gives you a simple way to compare textures and flavors, and it also makes the food portion feel more substantial. This is not a replacement for dinner, but you should not leave feeling that you only sampled a few crumbs.

The strongest praise for this experience centers on the pairings. I would pay close attention to the tasting card and take mental notes about combinations you enjoy. You may not remember every label, but you can remember the basic lesson: contrast and balance matter more than choosing the most expensive bottle.

The wine portion also works well for people who are unsure about French wine. You do not have to arrive knowing the difference between regions or grape varieties. The host explains the process in an approachable way, and the tasting gives you several styles to compare in one sitting.

Making butter with fleur de sel, herbs, or lavender

The most unusual part of the experience is making your own French butter. You choose from fleur de sel, herbes de Provence, or lavender, then create a flavor that suits your taste.

This is a small activity, but it gives the experience a welcome change of pace. Instead of sitting through one continuous tasting, you get to handle the ingredients and make a personal version of a classic French table food. The butter is also tied directly to the bread and cheese, so the activity has a clear purpose.

Fleur de sel is the straightforward choice if you want a clean, salty finish. Herbes de Provence gives the butter a more savory character, while lavender is the playful option for anyone who enjoys floral flavors. I would choose based on how adventurous you feel, since lavender can be more distinctive than the other choices.

The butter-making also helps explain why simple French foods can taste so good. Bread, butter, and salt are not complicated ingredients. The point is the quality of the ingredients and the care used to combine them.

Do not expect to leave with a large jar of butter or a full cooking lesson. The supplied details describe a tasting activity, not a market-style food workshop. Its value is in the participation and the chance to understand a familiar French staple in a new way.

The aroma challenge brings some comedy

Wine tasting can become stiff when every word sounds technical. The aroma quiz helps prevent that.

You test your senses and try to identify scents, including a blindfolded element described by one participant as especially enjoyable. The point is not to prove that you have the nose of a professional. It is a playful way to show how much smell affects the way you taste wine.

I like this part because it gives beginners an easy entry point. You can guess wrong without spoiling anything. The group gets a shared puzzle, and the host can explain why certain aromas are associated with wine without turning the session into a formal exam.

Fiorella is praised for keeping this balance between learning and fun. Anais is also singled out for her explanations of wine, French culture, and the history of wine. Host quality matters here, since a good guide can make a simple aroma game feel engaging rather than forced.

If you already know a lot about wine, the quiz may not be the main reason to book. For most people, though, it adds energy at exactly the right point in the session.

Emily in Paris style without requiring fandom

The experience is officially connected to Netflix’s Emily in Paris, so fans get extra pleasure from the setting and themed details. Trivia cards and the signature cocktail help bring the show’s playful mood into the room.

You do not need to know the series to enjoy the food. One participant who knew little about the show still felt included in the conversations and wine instruction. That is important if you are booking with a partner or friend who is not a fan.

The theme is best understood as a framing device. It makes the evening feel more cheerful and photogenic, but the class is still about French food and wine. If you want a serious, quiet sommelier seminar, the Emily in Paris touches may feel too light. If you want a social evening with good pairings and a few memorable extras, the theme works well.

The final cocktail adds another shift in pace. Rather than finishing with the last wine and walking out, you end with a drink designed to fit the show’s style. It gives the session a clear finale and makes the experience feel more like an evening out than a technical tasting.

Take-home gifts that have practical appeal

The included Paris by Emily tote bag is more useful than a generic souvenir. You can use it during the rest of your trip for a market purchase, a book, or a folded sweater.

You also receive a customized Polaroid photo and frame. This is a simple but effective memento because it records the people you came with, rather than giving you another mass-produced key ring. The photo also fits the social spirit of the experience.

These gifts matter when judging the $116 price. They do not transform the activity into a bargain, and I would not book solely for the tote or photo. Still, they add a personal finish and help justify the price compared with a basic wine-and-cheese tasting.

The keepsakes are especially useful if you are celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or friends’ trip. The activity already suits a date or small group outing, and the Polaroid gives you something tangible from the evening.

Is $116 per person good value?

At $116, this belongs in the special-experience category rather than the casual afternoon snack category. You are paying for the food, four wines, professional guidance, the butter activity, cocktail, sensory game, themed presentation, and two take-home gifts.

The price makes more sense if you would otherwise book several separate activities. A wine tasting alone might teach you about French bottles, while a cooking workshop might give you hands-on participation. Here, you get a compact combination of tasting, instruction, social interaction, and souvenirs in two hours.

The value also depends on your priorities. I would consider it worthwhile for someone who wants an organized evening and appreciates having a host explain each pairing. It is less appealing if you only want to eat cheese cheaply or if you prefer to choose your own bottles at a wine bar.

Food and wine quality are the heart of the decision. The strongest response to the experience focuses on excellent wines, well-matched cheeses, and hosts who make the evening memorable. That is encouraging, since branded activities can sometimes rely too heavily on their television connection.

The group atmosphere is another part of the value. The format encourages conversation, and several people enjoyed meeting others while tasting. If you want privacy, ask yourself if a shared class suits your mood. The supplied details do not specify group size, so you should not assume a private table or intimate setting.

Getting to 60 Rue de Cléry

The meeting point is 60 Rue de Cléry in the 2nd arrondissement. It is easy to reach by Metro:

• Sentier on Line 3 is about a two-minute walk.
• Bonne Nouvelle on Lines 8 and 9 is about a five-minute walk.
• Réaumur-Sébastopol on Lines 3 and 4 is about a six-minute walk.

Arrive a few minutes early. The door may open right at the start time or shortly before while the hosts prepare the room. Late arrivals cannot be accepted once the tasting has begun, so this is not an activity to pair with a last-minute museum visit across town.

Transportation is not included, but the central meeting point keeps the logistics simple. I would plan to arrive early, check the address before leaving your hotel, and avoid carrying food or drinks inside. Outside food and beverages are not allowed.

The activity lasts two hours, and starting times vary. Check availability when booking and build a little extra time around the appointment. A tasting works best when you are settled before the first glass is poured.

Who should book this experience?

I would recommend it most strongly to:

• Emily in Paris fans who want an official food-related activity
• Couples seeking a relaxed date-night option
• Friends who enjoy wine, cheese, and conversation
• Adult family groups with mixed levels of wine experience
• First-time visitors who want a guided introduction to French pairings
• People looking for a central Paris activity that works in any weather

You do not need to be a wine expert. In fact, beginners may get the most from the explanations and aroma game. The activity also works for a nonfan, provided that person enjoys French food and does not mind a few themed touches.

I would skip it if you dislike group tastings, do not drink wine, or want a full meal. I would also avoid booking it for children, since the experience is restricted to people 18 and older.

Wheelchair access is listed, which is useful to know when planning. The host or greeter speaks English, and the activity is offered in English.

Final verdict: book it for food, not just the show

I would book this if you want a polished, social Paris evening built around real French flavors. The best parts are the careful wine and cheese pairings, the chance to make flavored butter, and the hosts’ ability to explain French food without making beginners feel lost.

The Emily in Paris connection adds fun, but it should not be your only reason to go. At $116, you need to care about the tasting itself. If you do, the cocktail, tote bag, Polaroid, and lively instruction make this a well-rounded two-hour experience.

Book it for a date, a friends’ night, or an adult family outing. Arrive early, come hungry but not expecting a full dinner, and let the sommelier guide you through the pairings. For a fan of the series, it is an especially easy choice. For everyone else, the food and warm teaching style are enough to make it worthwhile.

FAQ

Where does the Emily in Paris wine and cheese experience meet?

The meeting point is 60 Rue de Cléry, 75002 Paris, France.

Which Metro stations are closest?

Sentier on Line 3 is about a two-minute walk away. Bonne Nouvelle on Lines 8 and 9 is about five minutes away, and Réaumur-Sébastopol on Lines 3 and 4 is about six minutes away.

How long does the activity last?

The experience lasts two hours.

What language is the experience conducted in?

The host or greeter speaks English, and the listed activity language is English.

What food and wine are included?

You taste five artisanal French cheeses, four French wines, and freshly baked French bread.

Can I make my own butter?

Yes. You make customized French butter and choose from fleur de sel, herbs, or lavender.

Are the cocktail and souvenirs included?

Yes. The experience includes a signature Emily in Paris cocktail, a Paris by Emily tote bag, and a customized Polaroid photo with a frame.

Is the experience suitable for children?

No. It is not suitable for children under 18.

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.