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Croissants and pains au chocolat with a pastry chef in Paris

Paris, France
Pastry class Learn how to make croissants and pains au chocolat
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Coffee and/or Tea
    • Snacks
    • Bottled water

      Meeting and Pickup

      Meeting point

      • 115 Bd Voltaire, 75011 Paris, France

        Instructions (building codes and floor) will be given the day before the class.

      End point

      This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      What To Expect

      Additional Info

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Near public transportation
      • Not recommended for gluten free and/or lactose free diet
      • Not available for children under 10 years old
      • Not recommended for people allergic to cats or afraid of them as I have a cat in my home
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

      Cancellation Policy

      You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

      • 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.
      • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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      Melissa_G
      We had a wonderful time at Joannie's class! It was well-organized, very informative, fun, and the croissants were delicious! Would definitely recommend for a couple, friends, or a small group to do while you are in Paris. She had a lot of information not only about croissant baking, but about pastries in Paris as well as travel recommendations while we were there too.

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      Awesome instructions and YUMMY!
      Jacqueline_S, May 2024
      My kids and I have not tried making croissants yet. Getting the little hints was so useful! We had a great time and got to bring back plenty of samplers!
      Loved it!
      Cori_D, May 2024
      Absolutely incredible experience and would attend again if given the chance! Croissants we made were delicious and learned so much about the (long) process required!
      Croissants Galore
      Michael_P, May 2024
      Joannie provided such a great, personalized experience. Only 7 of us in the class at the same time, we learned all the steps of making croissants and pains au chocolat, most of which were hands on. At the end we had multiple pieces to take home along with enough to sample during class. Total time was a little over 2.5 hours. There is a (very cute) cat, in case you are allergic. Location was very convenient to the metro. Would definitely recommend as both a fun and learning experience.
      Croissants with a professional!
      Colleen_C, Apr 2024
      We enjoyed Joannie’s croissant and pain au chocolat class very much! She’s so knowledgeable and patient with all levels of chefs. It was nice to do the class in her quaint home and it added to the atmosphere. A memorable part of our family trip!
      French Baking is a Labor of Love
      Cheryl_D, Apr 2024
      Joannie was very good at organizing the class so that we learned all the steps - we did it all but not in the correct order which would have taken way too much time for this class and to eat the finished product.
      Loved this croissant class!
      Melissa_G, Mar 2024
      We had a wonderful time at Joannie's class! It was well-organized, very informative, fun, and the croissants were delicious! Would definitely recommend for a couple, friends, or a small group to do while you are in Paris. She had a lot of information not only about croissant baking, but about pastries in Paris as well as travel recommendations while we were there too.
      A Heartwarming Culinary Journey: Embracing Paris with Chef's Guidance
      Ana_G, Mar 2024
      The chef truly creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere that instantly puts you at ease. The experience was effortlessly enjoyable, fostering a sense of camaraderie as we shared and learned alongside our classmates and teacher. Additionally, her thoughtful recommendations for exploring Paris made my first visit even more memorable. I wholeheartedly cherished every moment of this class and highly recommend it. A definite 100% recommendation!
      Very fun experience and learned good techniques!
      Jodi_C, Mar 2024
      We created the croissants and pain au chocolat out of step order because of the proofing time needed, so we got experience in all of the steps in making both items and were able to eat our creations in the 2.5 hour class.
      If you love to bake, do this class!
      Jennifer_W, Mar 2024
      Joannie welcomed us into her home and provided us with homemade madeleines and coffee. She was very knowledgable and patient as we made pain au chocolats and croissants. The end result was beautifully baked and delicious treats!
      Yummy croissants
      Rebecca_W, Feb 2024
      I loved learning the tricky way to make croissant dough with 12 layers of butter. Joanne was a great calm teacher.
      Joannie was a wonderful...
      Lauren_D, Jan 2024
      Joannie was a wonderful host. This tour takes place in her home with a cat, which is not clearly highlighted before you sign up. It was informative and a nice afternoon activity, to learn to make croissants and pains au chocolat. There were 6 of us in total and it was very hands on to learn the skills needed. In the end, we went home with plenty of samplings. I would recommend this tour, if you are looking for something different and hands on.
      Response from Host, Jan 2024
      Hi Lauren, Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure meeting you and your friends. I’m sorry you where bothered by the presence of my cat, she’s usually the star of the class. The description of the class on viator indicates the presence of a cat but I will precise it even more clearly. Joannie
      Sweet afternoon!
      Sara_F, Jan 2024
      Amazing experience and delicious croissants & pain au chocolats. Lovely place, cuisine and chef in the 11th district of Paris!
      Fun afternoon making delicious treats!
      Michelle_H, Jan 2024
      Joannie was a wonderful instructor and host! We had so much fun learning to make croissants and pain au chocolat with the small group. It was a very memorable experience in Paris. Highly recommend!
      Trip highlight!
      Sara_C, Dec 2023
      Had a fantastic lesson with Joannie! She was informative, patient and so helpful in guiding our small group. The class was held in her beautiful Parisian apartment which I found very helpful for learning in an environment very close to what I’ll be able to replicate at home. She was extremely kind and answered questions about the city & provided recommendations for our first time in the city. Definitely recommend this experience with Joannie!
      Great croissants and even better instruction.
      Naomi_M, Dec 2023
      Joannie was very knowledgeable, personable and a great teacher. We learned how to do the whole process and feel confident to try it a home when we get back. Would highly recommend for beginners and experienced bakers. Lots of fun with a very personal French touch.
      Fun, sharing and baking together
      Bronwyn_B, Dec 2023
      As a family of four with two teenqgers this was a perfect way to understand french baking. The host had us in her home and taught us to make (and eat) scrumptious pane au chocolate & croissant. We were encouraged to ask questions about France and the kids loved hearing about school. We will remember the fun and welcoming approach to this fun morning. Book it now before you miss out!
      Had a fabulous time with my coworkers!
      Adle_D, Nov 2023
      I had my coworkers visiting Paris for a week and I wanted to organize an activity with a special French touch. I wanted it private, pro, fun and affordable. Joannie didn't disappoint! She welcomed us in her Parisian flat, we cooked on the central kitchen island. Everything was planned so we don't wait at the end of each step, and super well explained (in English for us). And it was great to see and taste the result of our efforts at the end! Would 100% recommend. Je voulais organiser une activité typiquement française pour mes collègues anglosaxons qui me rendaient visite. Je souhaitais un cours privatisé, pro, fun et pas trop cher. Joannie a parfaitement répondu à ces besoins ! Tout était super bien expliqué (en anglais pour nous), et pensé pour qu'on n'attende pas à la fin de chaque étape. Et c'était top de voir et goûter le résultat de notre travail à la fin. Je recommande à 100% !
      Excellent croissants!!
      Chanthou_S, Oct 2023
      Joannie was very patient and prepared. My husband was the absolute worst at rolling out the dough and she was able to provide backup dough haha. In addition to making excellent croissants she provided great restaurant and pastry recommendations throughout Paris.
      Well-planned, informative and fun pastry class.
      Jennifer_R, Oct 2023
      Joannie made everyone feel welcome and comfortable for the duration of the class. We were greeted warmly with fresh-baked treats, and a cute kitty. The class was obviously well thought out; we were able to practice each step of the croissant making process without having to spend hours waiting for dough to prove. Joannie coached us through each step patiently, while sharing her hard-earned tips. We left with a bag full of delicious, freshly-baked goodies and dreams of baking our own pastries back home. Highly recommend this class!
      Great experience!
      Willie_M, Oct 2023
      Joannie, our host, was great. The food was awesome. The class was a lot of fun. I would definitely do it again.
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