Discover french home cooking
at Natacha's
Kitchen

Learn real french home cooking in a french home in the heart of the Loire Valley. Natacha will teach you local recipes that you will easily be able to prepare back home. In my kitchen, no complicated recipes needing professional expertise and tools: simple recipes for everyday meals or entertaining friends, than you can serve which you can serve in a family dish or on a plate for a more sophisticated look (with little tricks and secrets I will teach you).

Soon discover our new range of homemade spice blends
Made in Selles-sur-Cher
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Très bientôt découvrez notre nouvelle gamme
de mélanges d'épices maison

150+

Easy recipes learnt

300+

Classes given in 5 different countries

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Happy chefs

Welcome to my
Kitchen

Learn how to prepare authentic french dishes. Menus are prepared according to your liking and cooking classes adjust to your cooking skills. Discover secrets of french homemade cooking with fresh and local ingredients according to the season. Our region is renowned for its production of apples, asparagus, strawberries and goat's cheeses, among others. We can also offer vegetarian and/or gluten-free recipes. After each class, the detailled recipes we prepared together will be sent to you.

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Our assets

Discover what makes our classes a unique experience : local recipes, hands-on training, various possibilities and great surroundings

Authentic and original recipes

Take a dive in our local very rich culinary heritage.

Selles-sur-Cher is the home of the very famous goat cheese (AOP - PDO)

A beautiful place to visit

Located between the famous castles of Chambord and Chenonceau, Selles-sur-Cher is a lovely small town with a beautiful castle and a church to visit

A tailored Experience

Classes can be adapted to your personnal skills or wishes. Private classes and wine tastings can also be arranged (all upon request)

Fresh and local products

Only fresh products are used in my kitchen and local as much as possible. Visits of our local markets can be arranged (upon request)

About
Selles-sur-Cher

Discover our heritage

Nestled in the Cher valley, Selles-sur-Cher is a town that combines history and culture. This charming town is renowned for its picturesque landscapes along the Cher and Canal du Berry (and its bike routes), its lively market and its rich culinary tradition. It's here that I invite you to explore the delights of French cuisine through immersive cooking classes.

Nearby places to visit

Beauval Zooparc

Valencay

Cheverny

Every corner of Selles-sur-Cher tells a story, whether you're strolling through its cobbled streets, admiring the beauty of its historic buildings or riding your bike along the Canal du Berry. The town is also the ideal starting point for discovering local products and gastronomy, with passionate producers who proudly share their know-how.

At Natacha's Kitchen, we celebrate this culinary culture by offering classes for all levels. Whether you're a novice or an experienced cook, our workshops will help you master the techniques of French cuisine while discovering the secrets of local ingredients. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will awaken all your senses!

Authentic cooking classes in the Loire Valley

A Unique culinary experience

The classes take place in my kitchen at home. Each group is very small in order for you to participate and each class is followed by a tasting of the food we made. Menus are arranged in advance with you according to your wishes, preferences, food allergies... Each course begins with a convivial moment over coffee to get to know each other better. Classes can be given in English or French. Private classes can be arranged upon request, as well as wine tasting with a sommelier or even complete lunch or take away (ask for more details and prices).

A few examples of our menus

Winter menu:

2 courses Pot-au-feu "à l'ancienne"- local poached pears in mild spices

Spring menu:

Green pea velouté goat cheese foam - mild spices lamb shanks and braised young carrots- strawberry tartelettes

Summer menu:

Quiche tomatoes and goat cheese - petite ratatouille - Roasted fresh apricots with rosemary from the garden

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Our partners

We are pleased to be working with:

Domaine des Souterrains

A multi awarded local winery producing Terra Vitis label wines. Red, White and Rosé as well as sparkling wines of top-quality. The White Chenonceau has even been selected by the Elysée (our White House) sommelier to represent the appellation at the highest level of government. All wines can be bought at their store in the castle.

Fromagerie Jacquin

Our local cheese maker was created in 1947 by Adrienne the great grand mother of Romain, Guillaume and Josselin now in charge of the cheese production. It is a world champion exporting our awarded cheese in more than XX countries. You'll find all their products and much more (local wines, jams, honey...) in their store just around the corner from my house.

Chateau de Selles-sur-Cher

A castle for the whole family to discover. The Château has a thousand-year history, explore its medieval wing and Renaissance pavilion, and its interior courtyards, including a three-hundred-year-old cedar tree designated a Remarkable Tree of France.
On a 2 km forest trail, come and discover the Dashanpu dinosaur park, where you'll experience adventures among over 80 living monsters, some of which are animated.
All in the heart of our town!

Les Ambassadeurs du Selles-sur-Cher

Les Ambassadeurs are dedicated to promote our local cheese.

Winestory

Take part in wine tastings in a friendly atmosphere with a sommelier, meet winemakers and producers of quality wines to discover the heritage of French wine regions.