2h18

Class

About this activity

The word comes from French eclair, meaning "flash of lightning", so named because it is eaten quickly (in a flash). In this 2.5 hour course, you will learn how to work with a pastry bag and create garnishes and fillings like classic vanilla, pistachio, coffee or chocolate flavored pastry cream crème pâtissière. You will also learn how to glaze your eclairs with fondant icing. And as choux dough offers a very broad palette of specialties you will also do some chouquettes and some individual petits choux garnis.

With the help of your chef, you will perform all the steps. At the end of the course, if you haven't enjoyed your creations on the spot, you may take them with you.

You will learn some specific techniques including:
• Drying Batter: Working the mixture over the stove.
• Coucher (Piping): Placement of the batter on the pan and use of a pastry bag.
• Glacer (Glazing): Brushing the surface of certain pastriesThe course is taught in English by a French chef accommodate a maximum of 6 participants, which allows each student personal attention in a friendly, warm atmosphere. The kitchen is equipped with all the necessary materials so that each participant can work under the best conditions, without having to wait in line or take turns.

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Included

Professional French Chef
Small groups of maximum 6 participants
English language copy of the recipes
Aprons
All cooking equipment
Take home bags

Not included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
A maximum of 6 people per booking
Please advise any allergies or special dietary requirements at the time of booking
Please advise your Paris contact details at time of booking; this information is for the tour operator to keep on record for contact purposes only
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Classes are hands-on, but for certain types of preparations, the participants may be working in a group of 2
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

70%

Food

70%

Original

45%

Reviews

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Susan P

5 | 2019-08-23

My daughter (she’s 24) and I had a great time and this was one of the highlights of our trip. The instructor was fun and did a great job of explaining everything!

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Elaine K

5 | 2019-04-08

Everything was meticulously set up, explained and executed! We will be able to follow the very clear instructions at home. Delicious results!

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Jonathan S

5 | 2018-07-19

Wife and I enjoyed the eclair maki g class very much. We learned a lot, the teacher was great, and the eclairs were wonderful.

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Morgan R

5 | 2017-08-03

Absolutely amazing experience. My girlfriend and I had an amazing time learning how to make the perfect eclairs. Julie was so helpful and we feel confident enough in this technique that we've made eclairs back in the comfort of our own home to rave reviews from friends and family.

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