About Our School

Joie en Cuisine was founded in 2025 by Evelyne Schichner and Lilly Milman. Our philosophy is simple: There should always be joy in your kitchen, even when it comes to learning complex French recipes. Both our in-person and online classes prioritize learning technique and understanding the why and how of French cuisine. Bakers of all levels are welcome to come learn, eat, and enjoy, whether it’s your first time holding a rolling pin or your hundredth.

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Hear From Our Students

“The communication in the class was excellent. The instructor gave detailed explanations and demonstrations — she was a wealth of information. I left class with perfect Parisian macarons. It was my first time ever making them and Evelyne made it seem simple!”
“The communication in the class was excellent. The instructor gave detailed explanations and demonstrations — she was a wealth of information. I left class with perfect Parisian macarons. It was my first time ever making them and Evelyne made it seem simple!”
“The communication in the class was excellent. The instructor gave detailed explanations and demonstrations — she was a wealth of information. I left class with perfect Parisian macarons. It was my first time ever making them and Evelyne made it seem simple!”

Meet the Chefs

Chef Evelyne

Evelyne Schichner has been teaching French cooking and baking classes in Boston for over 5 years, to rave reviews. She honed her technique at renowned cooking schools in Paris, including L’ecole Ritz-Escoffier. She draws inspiration from Julia Child, who she was fortunate enough to meet in person several times, and to whom her students frequently compare her

Chef Lilly

Lilly Milman has been a home baker all her life. Her interest in French baking was sparked when she met Evelyne three years ago as a kitchen assistant at the Cambridge Center of Adult Education — and the two have been inseparable ever since. She has assisted Evelyne in teaching dozens of classes on how to make macarons, classic French breads, various patisserie, and more.