Pastry Class in Bordeaux - éclairs & choux à la crème

5.0 (10 reviews) Bordeaux, France
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 4 travelers

Overview

Step into the heart of Bordeaux for a 3-hour immersive pastry 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.

What's included

  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • All ingredients to make the pastries
  • Gratuities
  • Other types of pastries found in the pastry shop not involving the class

What to expect

Join a 3-hour, hands-on pastry class in the historic center of Bordeaux—perfect for couples, families, friends and those curious to try something new. We welcome people of all ages.

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.

*Minimum of 2 persons needed for the class to push thru

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

10 minutes before the start of the class, we shall meet at Place Fernand Lafargue in the historic center of Bordeaux.

End point

10 minutes before the start of the class, we shall meet at Place Fernand Lafargue in the historic center of Bordeaux.

Additional information

  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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