French pastries in a small group with a cheffe
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French pastries in a small group with a cheffe

★ 5.0 · 2 reviews⏱ 2 hours📍 France

About this tour

Learn to shape French pastries alongside a pastry chef in a hands-on two-hour workshop. You'll master caramelised custard tarts, butter-enriched almond cakes, and choux-based bites, working entirely from raw ingredients. The session suits curious kitchen novices and seasoned home bakers alike, with guidance tailored to your level and a relaxed, communal atmosphere.

Highlights

  • Make crème brûlée with that signature caramelised crust
  • Pipe and bake financiers studded with hazelnut butter
  • Master choux pastry for light, crispy puffs
  • Work through each step from base to finish
  • Take home your creations in a provided box
  • Aprons and tools supplied; no experience required

What to expect

You'll spend two hours at the bench alongside the cheffe, who demonstrates each technique before you replicate it. Expect to get your hands floury whilst learning the temperament of pastry doughs, the importance of precision in measurements, and how piping pressure shapes the final bake. The cheffe circulates to troubleshoot and refine your method. Mid-session, a coffee or tea break offers a chance to admire your work so far. By the end, you'll have three distinct pastries to box up and carry home, plus printed recipes for repeating them.

Good to know

Public transport stops are within walking distance. Infants must sit on an adult's lap throughout. All equipment, aprons, and transport boxes are included. Bring comfortable shoes; standing time is two hours with brief breaks.

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