Bordeaux: Lemon meringue tart workshop

South of France, Bordeaux



Join a pastry workshop in Bordeaux, at your place, or at the chef's. Make French desserts, enjoy them on the spot, and take home your creations and recipes. English Speaking

French Pastry Workshop in Bordeaux for Beginners and Enthusiasts

Join a professional pastry chef in Bordeaux or at your location for a 3-hour hands-on workshop suited to beginners and pastry lovers.

Highlights

  • Small group guaranteed or private sessions for a personalized experience
  • Learn professional pastry techniques from a skilled chef
  • All materials and ingredients provided—no prep required
  • Take your desserts and detailed recipe cards home
  • Suitable for beginners and pastry enthusiasts of all levels

Description

Discover the secrets of French pastry with step-by-step guidance in making classics like cannelés, Paris-Brest, lemon meringue pie, and seasonal desserts. The workshop covers dough preparation, creams, poaching, assembly, and decoration techniques.

The chef provides expert tips to help you recreate these recipes at home and offers answers to your questions throughout the session. You can choose to attend in the chef’s workshop or host the class at your home within Bordeaux and its surroundings.

Includes

  • Welcome and recipe presentation by the pastry chef
  • 3-hour interactive pastry workshop
  • All necessary ingredients and equipment supplied
  • Step-by-step professional guidance
  • Tasting of desserts made during the workshop
  • Packaging to take your creations home
  • Printed or digital detailed recipe cards
  • Option to hold the workshop at your home or the chef’s workshop

Excludes

  • Additional fees for chef travel outside Bordeaux
  • Drinks other than those provided during the workshop
  • Rental of any external space if not held at your home or chef’s workshop

Important Information

  • Workshop duration: approximately 3 hours; arrive 5 to 10 minutes early
  • Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced pastry amateurs
  • Children aged 5 and above welcome with adult supervision; not suitable for children under 5
  • Workshop location options include your home (within Bordeaux area) or the chef’s workshop
  • Inform in advance about any food allergies to allow recipe adjustments

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations made at least 24 hours before the workshop.

Book in advance to secure your preferred date and location. Prepare to bring an apron and a container for your pastries if desired.

Frequently Asked Questions

The workshop includes all materials and ingredients, guidance from a professional pastry chef, and detailed recipe cards to take home.
The workshop is suitable for beginners and pastry enthusiasts of all skill levels.
The workshop lasts approximately three hours.
The workshop takes place at a local Bordeaux kitchen led by a professional pastry chef; exact location details are provided upon booking.
Yes, private workshops are available for a more personalized experience.
No, all ingredients and materials are provided as part of the workshop.
The workshop is generally designed for adults and older children; check the website for specific age recommendations.
Workshop dates and times vary; check the website for current availability and schedules.
You'll learn French pastry techniques including tart crust preparation, lemon curd making, and meringue topping skills.
Yes, participants can take their completed tarts and recipe cards home after the workshop.

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