Dive into local culture and learn authentic French baking techniques from an expert local baker. At either Chez Manon or Aux Pains de Manon — two authentic Parisian bakeries that practice the traditional arts of French baking and pastry — you’ll discover what makes French breads so… French!

In this small-group, hands-on workshop, learn from your culinary guide how to properly prepare bread dough to get that characteristic flavor, the best crumb, and a golden crust. As you knead your dough or apply butter to croissant layers, you’ll hear stories about the evolution of French baking, as well as interesting facts you can use to impress friends when you return from your trip.

With no more than eight participants, guests get plenty of one-on-one time with a pro.

Taste different baguettes and learn how to differentiate them. Discover the history of the financier, a small cake with a particular flavor. Face the shocking truth that the chocolate croissant is really an American invention.

You’ll even get to know the difference between bread flours, yeast and sourdough, how to laminate dough, and baguette-shaping techniques.

We’ll have sweet and savory tastings along the way so you can learn how flavor leads the art of baking.

In just two hours, you’ll have the French baking know-how and manufacturing secrets that some expert bakers spend years learning. Think rolling and puffing your own croissant dough is too difficult? Prepare to be amazed by what you learn!