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Step into the heart of Bordeaux for a 3-hour immersive baking class dedicated to the art of the choux pastry.
Guests will make the famous chocolate éclairs and choux à la crème, filled with light and airy chantilly cream. This experience takes place in a professional kitchen inside a charming local pastry shop, giving you an authentic behind-the-scenes taste of French pâtisserie culture. This activity is hands on, educational, intimate and open for all ages.
This experience is guided by a local self-taught baker with extensive hands-on experience in the food industry and a deep passion for French pastries and gastronomy.
Example Menu
Dessert
Chocolate eclairs
Dessert
Choux à la crème
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
10 minutes before the start of the class, we shall meet at Place Fernand Lafargue in the historic center of Bordeaux.
What to expect
What you’ll be doing:
Under the guidance of a passionate, self-taught local pâtissier, you’ll create chocolate éclairs and choux à la crème (cream puffs) from scratch. Every step is hands-on, so you’ll leave with new skills and delicious treats to enjoy.
What you’ll learn:
Making pâte à choux (the classic French dough)
- Piping the dough into the proper shapes
- Preparing rich chocolate pastry cream
- Whipping up Chantilly cream
- Assembling your pastries like a pro
- Baking the choux pastry to golden perfection
Set in a professional kitchen, this class offers a true taste of French pâtisserie culture. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and appetite!
All the ingredients and techniques taught in this baking class are simple and accessible. That way you’ll be able to confidently recreate the recipes when you return back home regardless of where you are from.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for vegans
- Not recommended for gluten introlerant guests
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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