Paris: Croissant & Pastry Baking Class in Marais Studio

Summary

Learn to make croissants in Paris with a chef in the Marais

You’ll roll out dough in a sunlit Marais studio, guided by a local chef who keeps things light (and forgiving). Taste your fresh croissants and pain au chocolat straight from the oven, swap stories over coffee or tea, and head home with your own pastries — plus a few new tricks for your next kitchen adventure.

What’s the experience like?

I never thought I’d laugh so much while wrestling with sticky dough in the middle of Paris. The class was tucked inside this old building near Place des Vosges — you could almost hear the city outside, but inside it was just the clatter of bowls and that warm, buttery smell. Our chef (I think her name was Camille?) handed me an apron and grinned like she knew I’d mess something up, which honestly took the pressure off.

We started with coffee — real French stuff, not too bitter — and then she showed us how to coax flour and butter into something that actually looked like croissant dough. My rolling pin skills were… questionable. Camille didn’t judge; she just nudged my hand and said “plus doucement,” which I guess means go easy. There were seven of us, all kind of nervous at first, but by the time we started shaping pain au chocolat, someone cracked a joke about chocolate fingers and suddenly everyone relaxed.

The best part? That moment when you open the oven and the whole place fills up with this warm, sweet smell. I still think about that. We tasted everything right there — croissants, pain au raisin (which is way better than it looks), even the slightly lopsided ones. Camille poured more tea and asked about our favorite bakeries back home; she seemed genuinely curious. I left with flour on my jeans and a paper bag full of pastries for later. Not sure if my technique’s improved much but honestly, who cares?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Croissant baking class in Paris

• Enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee
• Discover equipment and ingredients
• Learn croissant making theory
• Knead the predough
• Roll out and shape pastries
• Let dough rest and bake
• Taste freshly baked pastries
• Discuss trip and culinary tips
• Take away leftovers

Top questions

Where does the Paris croissant baking class take place?

The class is held in a pastry studio near Place des Vosges in the Marais district of Paris.

How many people are in each baking class group?

The small-group class has up to 8 participants per session.

What pastries do you make during the class?

You’ll make croissants, pain au chocolat (chocolate croissant), and pain au raisin.

Is there food or drink included during the workshop?

Yes, hot or cold beverages like tea or coffee are included throughout the workshop.

Do you get to take home what you bake?

Yes, you can take away all the pastries you bake during the class.

Is this Paris baking class wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Are children allowed to join this baking class?

Infants and small children can attend if they are in a pram or stroller.

Is public transportation nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the studio location.

What’s included

Your morning includes all baking ingredients from local producers, use of aprons and utensils in a fully equipped pastry studio near Place des Vosges, step-by-step guidance from a professional chef, unlimited tea or coffee while you work (and snack), plus an illustrated recipe booklet to bring home along with every pastry you bake yourself.