Do I need baking experience to join?

No prior baking experience is necessary; the workshop is suitable for all skill levels.

Wear comfortable clothing and bring an apron to protect your clothes.

Will I take home my baked goods?

Yes, you'll leave with your delicious pastries and a recipe workbook.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

Please inform us in advance if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies.

Is parking available?

Yes, parking options are available near the venue.

Can I reschedule or get a refund?

Please refer to the booking policy for rescheduling and refund details.

Culinary Workshop: French Pastry with Baker Bettie in Chicago | Food Tour | Workshop

Located in the lively city of Chicago, the 1-Day French Pastry Intensive with Baker Bettie offers a hands-on culinary adventure for baking enthusiasts eager to perfect classic French confections. Led by Kristin 'Baker Bettie' Hoffman, this immersive six-hour workshop provides an intimate setting limited to just 12 students, ensuring personalized guidance and a focus on technique.

Participants dive into the art of crafting flaky croissants, delicate macarons, and more, learning the traditional methods that create authentic flavors and textures. The experience is as much about mastering skills as it is about savoring the process—refreshments and a hearty lunch keep energy high amidst flour-dusted countertops. By the end of the day, each baker leaves with their own delectable creations, a detailed recipe workbook, and newfound confidence in French pastry techniques.

Chicago’s vibrant culinary scene makes it the perfect backdrop for this focused immersion, whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious beginner. Baker Bettie’s approachable style demystifies complex recipes, making this class a standout for both locals and visitors looking for a unique, hands-on food experience. The boutique setting emphasizes quality teaching, ensuring that everyone gains practical skills to recreate these pastries at home.

This workshop isn’t just about baking—it’s a taste of France in the heart of Illinois, a chance to engage with authentic recipes and improve your pastry craft under expert supervision. Whether you're looking to elevate your baking repertoire or simply indulge your sweet tooth, this class provides the perfect blend of technique, culture, and delicious results.

About Bettie's Chicago

Bettie's Chicago is a hands-on bakery and cooking studio in Chicago led by head chef Kristin “Baker Bettie” Hoffman. The studio offers a wide range of classes, workshops, and take-and-bake options for home bakers, food lovers, and groups. Participants learn techniques for breads, pastries, pies, and savory dishes with a focus on practical skills, approachable recipes, and small class sizes that enable personalized instruction.

Classes include introductions to bread baking, sourdough intensives, focaccia art, French breads, artisan pizza, homemade pasta, and seasonal favorites like pumpkin cinnamon rolls and apple cider donuts. Specialty workshops cover cookie pickups, cupcake and cake decorating, macaron making, and multi-day sourdough courses for intermediate bakers. Private events and corporate team-building sessions are also available by request.

Bettie's Chicago emphasizes hands-on learning: students mix, knead, shape, and bake during sessions and often take finished products home. The studio highlights ingredient quality, clear step-by-step guidance, and reproducible recipes so attendees can recreate results at home. Classes specify age recommendations and duration, and many allow dietary accommodations or vegan-friendly options.

The business is suitable for beginners through experienced bakers seeking focused technique work or creative culinary experiences. Reviews and event listings on reputable city guides and The Adventure Collective spotlight consistent class offerings and seasonal specialties. Booking information, class schedules, and pre-order pickup options are available through the studio’s online listings and partner platforms.

Gift certificates, group discounts, and private lesson packages make Bettie's Chicago a flexible option for celebrations, team building, and hands-on culinary education across skill levels.