A little Paris magic starts with butter. This official Emily in Paris wine, cheese, and butter atelier turns a TV-style evening into a real hands-on food lesson. You’ll taste five artisanal cheeses with four French wines, then build your own butter flavor like a proper Parisian.

What I really like is the balance: serious guidance from a professional sommelier and chef, plus a playful vibe that keeps things light. I also love the extras that make it feel like an experience, not just a tasting: the aroma challenge, the signature cocktail, and take-home items like the Paris by Emily tote and a Polaroid keepsake.

One thing to consider: this is an adult-focused, tasting-heavy event. If you’re not into alcohol or you dislike learning by tasting, the format may feel more intense than you expect.

Key things I’d mark on your itinerary

• Official Netflix Emily in Paris theme with the right mix of fun and food skill-building
• Make your own French butter with fleur de sel, herbs, or lavender
• Five cheeses paired with four wines, plus freshly baked bread
• A sensory aroma quiz (including a blindfold-style test in the experience flow)
• Cocktail finish and gifts, including a Polaroid photo and frame

An Official Emily in Paris Tasting Atelier in Central Paris

This is one of those Paris experiences built for people who want more than a quick snack and a photo. You step into a stylish, playful tasting setup tied to the world of Emily in Paris, but it’s run like a real culinary workshop. You’re learning how French wine and cheese pairing works, not just sampling for fun.

I like that it’s centered in a practical part of Paris: 60 Rue de Cléry (75002), with the nearest metro options within walking distance. That makes it easy to slot into a day of sightseeing without adding a big travel headache.

And yes, the show theme is part of the draw. But the core is gastronomy: wine, cheese, bread, and butter, explained in plain terms by people who know the subject. In recent sessions, hosts named Anais and Fiorella have led the evening, and the common thread is the same: they keep the conversation going while guiding the tastings.

Your 2-Hour Flow: Bread, Pairings, and Handmade Butter

The pacing is designed for an easy 2 hours. You’re not stuck listening for long stretches, and you’re not rushed through tastings either. Expect a guided start, then a rhythm of smell, sip, taste, and compare.

Here’s how the evening usually unfolds:

First, you get set up with a follow-along tasting card. This matters because it gives you a structure for what you’re tasting and why the pairs are chosen. It turns the table into a mini classroom without making it feel like one.

Next comes the main tasting sequence: five artisanal cheeses paired with four French wines, with freshly baked French bread to keep everything grounded. You’ll taste, then compare notes as the sommelier explains what to look for.

Then you switch gears from tasting to making. You craft your own customized French butter, choosing your flavor path such as fleur de sel, herbes de Provence, or lavender. This is the moment where the evening stops being only about sipping and starts being hands-on.

You also test your senses with an aroma quiz. Based on what people say about the experience, the challenge can include a blindfold-style element, so don’t expect a straightforward “smell these flowers” moment. It’s more about training your nose to pick up patterns.

Finally, the evening ends with a signature Emily in Paris cocktail, plus keepsakes like a Paris by Emily tote bag and your customized Polaroid photo with frame.

Five Cheeses and Four Wines: What You Actually Learn

Most wine-and-cheese tastings teach you to say you liked something. This one pushes further. The pairing lesson is the point, and that’s where the value sits.

You’ll taste five artisanal cheeses, and the sommelier pairs them with four premium French wines. That “slightly uneven” ratio is intentional: the goal isn’t perfect one-to-one matching every single time. It’s to show how flavors change when you alter the wine, the cheese texture, and even the timing of bites.

What you should focus on during tasting:

• Start with how the cheese smells before you taste it
• Pay attention to how the wine feels after each bite, not during the first sip
• Use the tasting card to note what changes: acidity, creaminess, finish length

I like that hosts bring in French cultural context while you taste. People have praised the way conversations happen naturally, including discussion of French wine culture and history of wine. That helps the tasting stick, because it connects flavors to the way people actually talk about food in France.

And the aroma challenge makes a difference. It’s one thing to taste consciously. It’s another to smell with attention and then confirm what you’re sensing through the actual pair.

Custom Butter Workshop: Fleur de Sel, Herbs, or Lavender

If you’ve ever wondered why French butter tastes different, here’s your answer in a tactile way. This workshop lets you make the butter yourself, so you don’t just learn about flavor; you build it.

You’ll customize French butter using premium ingredients such as:

• fleur de sel
• herbs
• lavender

Why this matters: each option changes the mood of the butter. Fleur de sel brings salt sparkle that can sharpen and balance. Herbs lean savory and aromatic, good for bread and cheese moments. Lavender shifts it toward floral, and it can surprise people who only associate lavender with soap or perfume.

You’ll likely want to slow down when you test the butter. Taste a small bite, then do it again with bread. Notice whether the butter feels more creamy, more aromatic, or more “bright” depending on your ingredient mix.

This is also the part of the evening that makes it feel like an actual class. Even if wine isn’t your top interest, you’ll leave with a souvenir that is edible and personal.

Aroma Quiz and Trivia: Train Your Nose, Stay in the Fun

This is where the evening earns its Emily in Paris energy without turning into a gimmick. You get sensory practice through an aroma quiz, and the experience is described as a fun challenge rather than a stiff exam.

One person specifically called out a blindfold test as part of the sensory fun. That tells you the activity isn’t limited to “smell the jar, guess the flower.” It’s structured to get you thinking about how aroma works in real tasting.

Trivia cards also show up as part of the vibe. The best part is that the quiz and conversation are linked. You’re learning while laughing, and you’re not left out even if you don’t know every detail about the TV show.

If you’re the type who normally avoids group activities because you’re afraid of being “bad at tasting,” this format helps. You’re encouraged to guess, compare, and refine your senses, and the group setting makes it feel normal to be wrong at first.

The Emily Finale: Cocktail, Gifts, and a Polaroid Keepsake

The ending is designed like a proper Paris-style night out. After you finish tasting and making butter, you close with a signature Emily in Paris cocktail.

Then come the take-home items:

• a Paris by Emily tote bag
• a customized Polaroid photo and frame

This isn’t just cheap merch. The Polaroid keepsake makes the evening feel complete, like you stepped into the story for two hours and then brought it home. People also mention the Polaroid and tote as a highlight, mainly because it gives you something tangible without turning the evening into a souvenir factory.

If you’re going as a couple or with friends, this is also a nice final shared moment to anchor the night. You’re not scrambling for photos at the end; the photo is part of the flow.

Price and Value: Is $116 Worth It for 2 Hours?

At $116 per person, you’re paying for more than a wine pour and a cheese plate. You’re paying for guided instruction plus a hands-on component plus included tastings and keepsakes.

What you’re getting for the money:

• guidance from a professional sommelier and chef
• five cheeses and four wines
• fresh bread
• your own customized butter (with your choice of ingredients)
• a signature cocktail
• a tasting card to follow along
• take-home gifts, including tote + Polaroid

The “real value” angle is the structure. The workshop format means you learn faster, because you taste in sequence and get feedback. And the butter-making gives you a concrete skill you can repeat later at home.

One caution: there’s no included food-and-drink beyond what’s part of the tasting flow, and food and drinks aren’t allowed during the activity. If you tend to snack constantly, plan to eat beforehand.

Who Should Book This, and Who Might Skip It

This works best if you like one (or more) of these:

• wine and cheese pairings, taught in an approachable way
• hands-on food making (butter customization is the centerpiece)
• groups of friends or a date night where conversation matters
• the Emily in Paris vibe, even if you’re not a die-hard fan

Age-wise, it’s not suitable for children under 18. It also includes wine and a cocktail, so it’s built for adults.

If you’re someone who dislikes tasting events that involve alcohol, you might find the format less appealing. And if you want a full sightseeing day, this is short by design at 2 hours, so treat it like an evening anchor.

Getting There on Rue de Cléry: Practical Tips That Save Time

Meeting point is 60 Rue de Cléry, 75002 Paris. You’ll find it close to several metro stops:

• Sentier (Line 3) about a 2-minute walk
• Bonne Nouvelle (Lines 8 & 9) about a 5-minute walk
• Réaumur–Sébastopol (Lines 3 & 4) about a 6-minute walk

Arrive a few minutes early. Late arrivals can’t be accepted once the activity has begun, and the door may open right at the starting time or just a few minutes before. Plan to show up ready to start on time so you don’t lose your spot.

Language is English, and the host/greeter speaks English as well. It’s wheelchair accessible, but you should still double-check what space looks like on arrival since that’s not something the data specifies.

Should You Book the Emily in Paris Wine and Cheese Atelier?

I’d book it if you want a Paris activity that mixes learning + tasting + fun in a tight 2-hour window. The pairing lesson is a real reason to go, and the butter workshop is the kind of hands-on touch that turns the night into something you’ll remember.

I’d skip it if you’re mainly hunting for a cheap meal, or if wine and alcohol-centered tastings aren’t your thing. Also, if you hate structured group activities, the aroma quiz and tasting flow might feel like too much “participation.”

If you’re on the fence, here’s a simple decision rule: if you’ll enjoy tasting in guided steps and making something edible, this is a strong fit.

FAQ

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is at 60 Rue de Cléry, 75002 Paris, France. The closest metro stops are Sentier (Line 3), Bonne Nouvelle (Lines 8 & 9), and Réaumur–Sébastopol (Lines 3 & 4).

How long is the experience?

The experience lasts 2 hours.

Is the host speaking English?

Yes. The host or greeter is listed as English.

What happens during the tasting?

You’ll taste five artisanal French cheeses paired with four French wines, with freshly baked French bread included. You’ll also take part in an aroma quiz.

Can I choose what goes into the butter?

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

What food or drinks are included?

Included items are cheeses, wines, fresh bread, and a signature Emily in Paris cocktail. Food and drinks are not allowed, so you won’t bring your own.

What take-home items do I get?

You’ll receive a Paris by Emily tote bag and a customized Polaroid photo with a frame.

Is it suitable for kids?

It’s not suitable for children under 18.

Is wheelchair access available?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.