Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

On Rue Tatin
	I've never taken a cooking class before. Is this course going to be too difficult for me?
	I don't speak French. Are there classes in English?
	I want to practice my French at the same time I take a class. Is that possible?
	I love to cook but my wife/husband/boyfriend/girlfriend (etc.) doesn't really want to take the course. Can s/he participate in meals without being in the classes?
	Where is On Rue Tatin located?
	I'm curious to know more about On Rue Tatin before the class begins. Any suggestions?
One-Day Classes in Paris
	I see that Susan is offering One Day Classes in Paris. How early do I need to sign up for these?
	What is the level of Susan's One Day Classes in Paris?
	What should I wear to the Paris cooking class?
	If I want to bring a group for a One Day Class in Paris, is there a special rate?
General
	I'm going to be in France, and though I can't take the class I would enjoy meeting Susan. Is this possible?
	I want to pay in dollars instead of euros. How do I do that?
	Where do I send payments?
	To whom should I make out the check?
	I have a question I don't find answered on this page or elsewhere on the site. How can I get more information?

On Rue Tatin

Q. I've never taken a cooking class before. Is this course going to be too difficult for me?
A. No. Though trained as a chef in the classic French tradition, Susan's courses are specially designed with the home cook in mind, using techniques anyone can master. Susan is an experienced cooking instructor, and can work with each participant to maximize their learning, regardless of their skill level.

Q. I don't speak French. Are there classes in English?
A. Yes! My courses are in English unless otherwise noted.

Q.I want to practice my French at the same time I take a class. Is that possible?
A. Yes! Please use my Contact form to let me know of your interest.

Q. I love to cook but my wife/husband/boyfriend/girlfriend (etc.) doesn't really want to take the course. Can s/he participate in meals without being in the classes?
A. Yes. The Normandy region offers the traveling companion plenty to do while the participant is involved in the course, and meals can be taken with the class participants. See my Guest Eater page for details. Due to the limited space of the cooking studio in Paris classes, my guest eater program is not available there.

Q. Where is On Rue Tatin located?
A. While Susan does move to Paris to teach cooking classes thoughout the year, On Rue Tatin itself is located in Louviers, France

Q. I'm curious to know more about On Rue Tatin before the class begins. Any suggestions?
A. Students enthusiastically recommend reading On Rue Tatin, Susan's award winning book which describes life in a small village in Normandy. Informative and amusing, it will help set the context for your week at On Rue Tatin.

One-Day Classes in Paris

Q. I see that Susan is offering One Day Classes in Paris. How early do I need to sign up for these?
A. You need to sign up as soon as you know your dates in Paris, as they fill quickly.

Q. What is the level of Susan's One Day Classes in Paris?
A. Susan orients her classes to the skill level of the participants. If several skill levels are represented, each one is addressed, so that everyone feels comfortable.

Q. What should I wear to the Paris cooking class?
A. Dress nicely - Paris merits it — but be sure if you are taking the morning class that you wear comfortable shoes for walking through the market.

Q. If I want to bring a group for a One Day Class in Paris, is there a special rate?
A. No. The price for a One Day Class is very reasonable and there are no special prices available.

General

Q. I'm going to be in France, and though I can't take the week-long class I would enjoy meeting Susan. Is this possible?
A. Yes. Susan's One Day Classes in Paris and her French Country Lunches are the answer. You'll enjoy time with Susan either in Paris where you will cook and eat with her, or in Normandy where she will prepare you an exquisite meal, serve it in her lovely home, and you will meet other enthusiastic diners from around the world.

Q. I want to pay in dollars instead of euros. How do I do that?
A.The class prices for On Rue Tatin are listed in euros. If you prefer, you may send a check in US dollars drawn from a US bank, a US cashier's check in dollars or wire transfer from any bank, Please send the U.S. dollar equivalent of the euro price, using the exchange rate in effect at the time you write your check. To find the exchange rate, please refer to XE.com.

Q. Where do I send payments?
A. Send payments to:

On Rue Tatin
c/o Marion Pruitt
25904 NE 45th St.
Camas, WA 98607

 

Q. To whom should I make out the check?
A. Please make checks payable to Susan Herrmann Loomis.

Q. I have a question I don't find answered on this page or elsewhere on the site. How can I get more information?
A. Call or e-mail:

Tricia Boyer
Toll Free (U.S.) +1 866 369-8073
Phone +1 214 306-8734
Or use my contact form.