Welcome!
I’m an award winning author of fourteen books about food, culture, and tradition, the owner of On Rue Tatin cooking school since 1999, and a writing coach.
I’m so happy you are here! I sold my house in Normandy last year and am now full-time in my cooking studio in Paris. Join me here for one day and three day classes where we cook, learn, laugh, and sit down at the end of each class for a gorgeous meal. I’d love to welcome you. Go here for to sign up. If you don’t see the date you need,contact me!
“Susan truly affords an unparalleled, hands-on French gastronomy experience. It has been said that “anyone can cook in the French manner anywhere with the right instruction.” Not only does Susan delicately bring this notion to life, but one leaves her class with confidence that goes well beyond the cooktop. “ Melissa George, student, March 2025.
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