immersive culinary concept :
market tour, cooking class, 5-course lunch, & local wine pairings
200 euros per person (tax included)
50 euros per person non-participating lunch guest
More than just a cooking class, this is our core immersive experience.
Discover the vibrant Saint Michel neighborhood with a guided visit, followed by a market tour at the Marché des Capucins.
Then, enjoy a hands-on cooking class at The Gastronome, where you'll create and savor a five-course seasonal bistro meal, expertly paired with local wines.
This class can be privatized for more customization. Request more info and prices.
4.5 - 5 hours
Tuesday - Friday, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
+Sunday May 18th, and July 6th
For up to 6 participants
Taught in English
Bake Bordeaux’s Iconic Pasty: The Canelé
Step into the world of French baking with this 2-hour class dedicated to Bordeaux’s iconic canelé.
As the canelés bake to perfection, the chef will introduce you to another classic treat—the delicate Madeleine.
We’ll conclude by tasting both pastries together, paired with a complimentary glass of local wine or a regionally inspired cocktail.
2 hours
Saturday, Monday, & Tuesday, 4 - 6 pm
+ Sunday May 25th, 3:30 - 5:30
For up to 10 participants
Taught in English
70 euros per person (tax included)
duck workshop: regional cuisine with wine pairing
During this hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to prepare the perfect pan-grilled duck breast.
After preparing our meal, you will enjoy your perfectly plated entrée with Sarlat potatoes, a seasonal vegetable, and a sauce.
You will also taste two regional wines, including the local sparkling wine, Crémant de Bordeaux.
2 - 2.5 hours
Saturday & Sunday, 10:30 am - 1 pm
+ Wednesday May 14th, 4 - 6 pm
For up to 8 participants
Taught in English
90 euros per person (tax included)
tarts and pies : Sweet & Savory
In this hands-on class, you'll master the basics of crafting traditional French tart dough (pâte brisée) and classic American flaky pie dough.
Includes a delicious three-course lunch (with both sweet and savory offerings) and wine pairings.
Tart and pie dough fabrication is a skill that can be worked into our immersive or pastry classes.
4 - 4.5 hours
Monday 10 am - 2:30 pm and for private groups, by request.
For up to 6 participants
Taught in English
175 euros per person (tax included)
the dune blanche: the local cream filled puff pastry specialty
125 euros per person (tax included)
In this hands-on class, we explore the versatile pâte à choux, a unique dough used for making puff pastries. You will learn to prepare both savory and sweet varieties.
In Bordeaux, this dough is famously utilized to create a local specialty, the Dune Blanche. Includes a tasting & beverage plus a take-away box.
For individual private instruction to small groups. Please inquire about group rates (starting at 5+ people).
2.5 - 3 hours
Taught in English or French
regional pastry specialties: the canelé & the gâteau basque
For this hands-on cooking class, we delve into the secrets of creating southwest France’s most beloved pastry specialites, focusing on the Gâteau Basque and the local specialty, Canelés.
Your class includes a tasting & beverage plus a take-away box.
For individual private instruction to small groups. Please inquire about group rates (starting at 4+ people).
2.5 - 3 hours
Taught in English or French
125 euros per person (tax included)