Classic French Pâtisserie
Description
Description
Classic French Pâtisserie
Immerse yourself in the art of French pâtisserie in this hands-on workshop, where you'll learn the techniques behind some of France's most iconic sweet creations. Guided step by step by our professional French chef, you'll master the fundamentals of pastry while creating elegant desserts to impress family and friends.
Throughout the day, you'll create a stunning Classic Fraisier, perfect delicate French Macarons with crisp shells and smooth fillings, and hand-roll indulgent Chocolate Truffles. Along the way, you'll develop essential pâtisserie skills, from baking a light génoise sponge and preparing silky crème mousseline to mastering meringue, piping and finishing techniques.
Whether you're new to baking or looking to refine your skills, this workshop offers the perfect introduction to the timeless elegance of classic French pâtisserie.
What's Included
- A combination of hands-on baking and chef demonstrations
- Expert tuition from our professional French chef
- A complimentary glass of wine or Foodworks' homemade elderflower cordial
- Use of our purpose-built, light-filled teaching kitchen
- A pre-measured ingredient tray
- Use of a Foodworks apron
Skills Covered
- Preparing and baking almond macaron shells
- Making smooth chocolate ganache and handmade truffles
- Preparing silky crème mousseline
- Baking and assembling a classic génoise sponge
- Professional piping and decorating techniques
- Finishing and presenting elegant French pastries
Menu
- Classic Fraisier
- French Macarons
- Handmade Chocolate Truffles
Dietary Information
This course is not suitable for vegans and contains gluten, dairy, eggs and nuts.
Our Venue
Our Venue
Foodworks Cookery School is an imaginatively created cookery school located in the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire.
You can find us here.
Directions: Coming down the A435 from either direction. As you reach the centre of Colesbourne, you will see a Gulf petrol station. If you are using a sat nav please make note NOT to turn down the lane by the Colesbourne Inn as this is a 'No Through Road' please turn in at Gulf Garage signposted 'To the Church' we are the large converted barn in front of you.
From Cheltenham: The petrol station will be on your left, take the turning signposted "To the church" immediately before it.
From Cirencester: The petrol station will be on your right, take the turning signposted "To the church" immediately after it. The Foodworks is in the new build barn facing you about 100 m down that road.
Important: On arrival please park in designated spaces marked signs 'Foodworks Parking' in front of building.
Classic French Pâtisserie
Why Choose Us?
Foodworks Cookery School benefits from a fantastic location in the heart of the Cotswolds, just 10 miles from Cheltenham and Gloucester.
We’re not the only ones inspired by our surroundings, our ingredients come from passionate local suppliers who respect the land and produce among the best ingredients you’ll ever taste.
We provide professional tuition in a relaxed atmosphere. Offering everything from day courses to residential training, private hire to corporate entertaining, its fantastic facilities and beautiful location make it the ideal choice for any event.
Our gift vouchers are a lovely way to mark any occasion; it’s the business for thanking clients or hosting a fun team building day; it’s THE place for a party, or even a stepping stone to life’s next adventure after taking one of our chalet, Uni Survival or DofE gap year courses.
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