Hands‑On Provence: Cook Ratatouille in an 18th‑Century Farmhouse Outside Beaumont‑de‑Pertuis

BEAUMONT-DE-PERTUIS FOOD TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Hands‑On Provence: Cook Ratatouille in an 18th‑Century Farmhouse Outside Beaumont‑de‑Pertuis

A four‑hour, hands‑on class led by Chef Kelly and local cooks where you prepare traditional Provençal dishes and dine with regional wines—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.

Hands‑On Provence: Cook Ratatouille in an 18th‑Century Farmhouse Outside Beaumont‑de‑Pertuis.

Duration
4
Location
Beaumont-de-Pertuis
Operator
Farm Experiences & Tours
Category
Food Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Set in the village environs of Beaumont‑de‑Pertuis, this immersive, hands‑on cooking class brings Provençal terroir into the kitchen: under Chef Kelly and local cooks you prepare seasonal dishes—ratatouille, aïoli or tian—in a charming 18th‑century farmhouse, then sit down to enjoy the meal with regional wines.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE KITCHEN

Hands‑on instruction with local cooks

Chef Kelly and local cooks lead a practical class where participants prepare traditional Provençal dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced nearby.

THE SETTING

An 18th‑century farmhouse

The experience takes place in a restored 18th‑century farmhouse that frames the relaxed pace of Provençal life as you cook and dine communally.

THE TASTE

Regional dishes paired with local wines

After cooking, guests savor their creations—ratatouille, aïoli, or tian—paired with regional wines around a communal table, celebrating Mediterranean flavors.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

Across four focused hours you move from mise en place to table: gather and prep seasonal produce, learn hands‑on techniques from Chef Kelly and local cooks inside a farmhouse kitchen, then relax into the communal meal with regional wines—an intimate, slow‑paced window into Provençal food culture.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience suits—and who should think twice.

1
CouplesWell suited to couples seeking an intimate, hands‑on culinary experience in a farmhouse setting; bookings are organised for parties starting at two.
2
Small groupsDesigned for small groups and private parties—the experience accommodates groups up to 18 people.
3
Food enthusiastsIdeal for travelers who want to learn traditional Provençal preparations (ratatouille, aïoli, tian) and taste local wines alongside hands‑on instruction.
4
Solo travelersNot optimal for solo travelers traveling alone, since the minimum booking is for parties of two; solo guests should check booking options or join a paired reservation.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

The experience runs for four hours; check available dates with the operator when booking.

What to Bring

Specific instructions on what to bring (if anything) will be provided with the farm and meeting‑point details after booking.

Logistics

Full location, meeting point and contact information for the farmhouse are sent to guests after booking; the site is in Beaumont‑de‑Pertuis.

Booking Details

Bookings are handled by the operator Farm Experiences & Tours; check availability and group size limits when reserving.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the experience?

The cooking and dining experience lasts four hours.

Who teaches the class?

The class is led by Chef Kelly together with local cooks.

What dishes will we prepare?

Participants prepare traditional Provençal dishes such as ratatouille, aïoli, or tian using fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Where does the class take place and how do I find the meeting point?

The class takes place in an 18th‑century farmhouse in Beaumont‑de‑Pertuis; the operator sends full farm and meeting‑point details after booking.

What about wine?

After cooking, guests enjoy their creations paired with regional wines around the communal table.

What are the group size limits?

The experience accommodates parties from two up to 18 people.