French Macaron Bakery Class
At a Glance
Type
Food & Wine
Rating
4.2/5 (14)
Price
From $64/person
Fitness
Low - The class involves...
Highlights
- Join a macaron masterclass inside Galeries Lafayette
Tour Details
Delicate, delicious, and an essential treat for anyone in Paris, the macaron has kept gourmands coming back for more since the 18th century. The recipe has been adapted since then, and you'll be making your macarons in the more modern Parisian style. Once you have your apron on and you're behind your workspace, the chef pâtissier will guide you through the stages to macaron mastery, all the way from egg whites with stiff peaks to a ganache that pipes perfectly onto the shell. The final step is the easiest: sink your teeth into some French excellence!
What Makes This Tour Special
The class is led by a professional _chef pâtissier_ who provides step-by-step guidance, from preparing the meringue to piping the perfect shells and making the ganache filling. Participants get to create their own macarons in a hands-on environment, culminating in tasting their freshly made treats.
- Hands-on instruction by an expert pastry chef in Paris, the birthplace of the modern macaron.
- Learn authentic Parisian techniques not commonly taught outside professional kitchens.
- Small group sizes ensure personalized attention and interactive learning.
- Opportunity to take home your creations along with recipes to recreate the experience.
- Insight into the history and cultural significance of macarons in French cuisine.
Historical Background
Macarons originated in Italy during the Renaissance period and were brought to France by Catherine de Medici in the 16th century. The modern Parisian macaron, with its two delicate almond meringue shells sandwiching a creamy ganache filling, evolved in Paris in the early 20th century and became a symbol of French patisserie excellence.
What's Included
- 1.5-hour macaron workshop
- Self-made macarons to bring home
- Apron (to use during the workshop)
Is This Tour Worth It?
This food & wine activity is well-reviewed at 4.2/5 across 14 reviews, priced from $64 per person.
Best For
FamiliesFood & drink lovers
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users
Pros
- +Strong rating: 4.2/5
- +3 items included
- +Booked through Tiqets
Cons
- -Cancellation policy not specified
- -Requires low - the class involves standing and light manual activity suitable for most participants without strenuous physical effort. fitness level
