About This Experience
Paris has long been a global capital of culinary excellence, and its pastries are world-renowned symbols of craftsmanship, flavour, and artistry. This immersive one-day workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of French pastry making, with a focus on hands-on creation, technique, and presentation. From learning to fold perfect croissant dough to piping elegant éclairs and crafting fruit tarts, every moment is guided by a professional chef. Optional add-ons allow guests to explore local patisseries, markets, and chocolate boutiques, providing a deeper connection to Parisian culinary culture and lifestyle.
Sample Bespoke Itinerary
Morning — Introduction & Technique
Meet your pastry chef in a private, elegant workshop space. Begin with an introduction to French pastry essentials, ingredients, and techniques, alongside insights into Parisian culinary traditions and culture.
Midday — Hands-On Baking
Create your own pastries under expert guidance, mastering folding, piping, and finishing techniques. Work at your own pace in an intimate, high-touch environment while enjoying the sensory pleasures of the kitchen.
Afternoon — Tasting & Presentation
Complete your creations and enjoy tasting them fresh from the oven. Receive personalised tips on presentation and finishing touches. Optional excursions include visits to local patisseries, chocolate boutiques, or markets to further explore Parisian gastronomy.
Optional Add-Ons
Guided market tour to source seasonal ingredients
Private tasting at a renowned patisserie or chocolate shop
Wine or tea pairing with your freshly baked pastries
Highlights
Hands-on instruction from a Parisian pastry chef
Learn the techniques behind croissants, tarts, éclairs, and more
Tasting and presentation guidance to perfect your creations
Optional excursions to markets, chocolate boutiques, or patisseries
Take-home skills and recipes for recreating pastries at home
Why This Experience
Parisian pastry is an enduring symbol of the city’s artistry, culture, and culinary mastery. This workshop offers participants the rare opportunity to not just observe, but create, taste, and experience these iconic pastries firsthand, providing a deeply immersive, luxurious, and unforgettable Parisian experience.
Who This Is For
Couples, families, solo travellers, or corporate groups seeking a hands-on, indulgent, and culturally rich Parisian experience.
