DISCOVER & LEARN FRENCH PASTRY WITH OUR AWARD-WINNING, EXPERIENCED CHEFS
Step inside the Atelier for an Exclusive Paris-Brest Masterclass with Chef Renaud Lacipière
We invite you to step inside one of Seattle’s most celebrated French Pastry Ateliers for an intimate, fully hands-on masterclass led by Chef Renaud Lacipière, Founder and Executive Pastry Chef of The French Guys.
This rare small group workshop is designed as a moment of genuine exchange, sharing, and togetherness. You will actively participate in every step of the process, working side by side with Chef Renaud in a warm, relaxed atmosphere that encourages questions, discussion, and direct learning.
Together, you will make, handle, pipe, assemble, and taste a refined Paris-Brest filled with silky, homemade hazelnut praliné. This is not a demonstration class. It is a true immersion where you learn by doing, guided closely by the Chef.
After the hands-on pastry session, Chef Renaud will lead you on a private tour of his production atelier. This exclusive behind the scenes experience has never been offered before and provides a rare glimpse into the daily craftsmanship of a working French pastry kitchen.
To make this experience even more special, Chef Renaud has prepared a surprise for participants. He will unveil an exclusive variation of the Paris–Brest recipe that you will discover only on the day of the masterclass.
What you will experience:
- A fully hands on, step by step lesson to create your own Paris–Brest
- Direct practice of pâte à choux preparation, baking, praline cream, piping, and final assembly
- Guided tasting of the Paris-Brest during the session
- An exclusive behind the scenes tour of The French Guys’ production atelier
- A privileged, informal exchange with Chef Renaud
- Refreshments, and your finished dessert to take home
- Audience: Ages 14 and up
- All skill levels welcome
- Taught in English and French
- All ingredients, tools, and equipment are provided.
- Allergens: This recipe contains milk, nuts, and gluten.
- Limited to 8 participants to ensure fully hands on experience.
Spaces are extremely limited for this one-time workshop.
Secure your place today and enjoy a hands-on French pastry experience unlike any other in Seattle.
Reserve your seat now.
The French Guys Production Facility 3300 1st Ave S, Seattle WA, 98005
Allergens: The demonstrated and tasted pastry contains dairy, eggs, nuts, and gluten.
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Oui, Chef !
I am now mastering the art of pastry cream. Each time a success for my family and friends! Thibault was an excellent instructor and incredibly knowledgeable about French pastries.
Sarah. 60-minute One-on-One session with Chef Thibault.
Laurence was an absolute delight, and she clearly put a lot of work into setting up and prepping for the class, which was so much fun, and I learned a lot. My husband, who has spent a fair amount of time in France, said the canelés I brought home were the most delicious French pastry he's ever had, so I'd say the class garners an A+!
Melinda. In-person 2.5-hour workshop at a local store
I really enjoyed the session. Making macarons had always scared me, but I feel like I could do them again now!
John. 60-minute One-on-One session with Chef Renaud.
Thibault taught a private pastry class that I hosted. She is very professional, with deep knowledge of ingredients and techniques, and she was quite effective teaching a range of novice bakers. I highly recommend working with her.
Rosemary. In-person 3-hour private family workshop in Seattle.
Absolutely loved the class and the instructor...I had so much fun!! Thank you so much from Giselle!
Giselle. In-person 2.5-hour workshop led by Laurence in a local store.
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