Culinary Workshop: French Pastry with Baker Bettie in Chicago
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required, but participants should be comfortable standing and working in a kitchen for several hours.
Overview
Join Baker Bettie for an immersive French pastry workshop in Chicago. Master croissants and macarons and take home your delicious creations with expert tips and recipes.
1-Day French Pastry Intensive with Baker Bettie
1-Day Workshop | 6 Hours | Croissants, Macarons, & More!
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About This Adventure
Join renowned chef Kristin "Baker Bettie" Hoffman for an immersive 6-hour French pastry workshop, limited to just 12 students. Master classic techniques like croissants and macarons while enjoying refreshments and lunch. Leave with your delicious creations and a comprehensive recipe workbook, ensuring a memorable culinary experience.
Join head chef instructor Kristin "Baker Bettie" Hoffman for this 1-day/6 hour French pastry intensive workshop!
About
This intensive will dive deep into classic French baking techniques while making the most beloved French pastries.
This intensive will be capped at 12 students. We emphasize individual hands-on time and each student will leave this workshop with a good understanding of a wide variety of French baking techniques.
Refreshments and lunch will be served and all students will leave with the baked goods they prepared in class. Each student will also receive an in-depth recipe workbook of everything covered in this intensive.
Techniques Covered
- Introduction to Laminating Dough
- Beginner 1-Day Croissants, Pain au Chocolat & Kouign-Amann
- French Macarons
- Buttercream
More Info
- This class is for ages 18+.
- All tickets are priced per person as we keep our classes small.
- All tickets are final sale and non-refundable or transferable to another date. If you are unable to attend after purchase, you may gift your ticket to a friend.
- Allergens & dietary restrictions: This class includes wheat, dairy, tree nuts, and eggs. We are unable to accommodate vegan, dairy free, nut free, or gluten free requests. Please note that our kitchen regularly uses most major allergens.
Adventure Tips
Plan for a full day
Arrive early and set aside the full six hours to thoroughly enjoy the workshop experience.
Bring an apron
Wear comfortable clothing and an apron to stay clean while working at the station.
Taste test your creations
Take advantage of the lunch and refreshments provided to sample your baked goods throughout the day.
Ask questions
Engage with Kristin and clarify techniques during demonstrations for a better learning experience.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Birds common around urban parks
- Squirrels in city green spaces
History
Chicago’s rich culinary history includes a strong French influence, reflected in its diverse bakery scene.
Conservation
Baker Bettie sources ingredients locally where possible and emphasizes sustainable baking practices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Apron
Protect your clothing from flour and pastry dough during the class.
Notebook and pen
Take notes on techniques and recipes for future baking.
Comfortable shoes
Stand comfortably and move around easily in the kitchen.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the full-day workshop.