Paris: Macaron Cooking Class with Tasting & Take-Home Box

Summary

Paris pastry class hands-on baking macarons with tasting and stories

You’ll get your hands messy learning macaron secrets from a Parisian baker, from mixing colors to piping shells (with plenty of laughs along the way). Enjoy tea or coffee while your creations bake, then taste them fresh and bring home a box of your own handiwork. It’s relaxed, friendly, and leaves you with new confidence — plus that unmistakable almond scent lingering in your bag.

What’s the experience like?

Hands covered in powdered sugar, I tried to copy the way our instructor, Camille, flicked her wrist as she piped the meringue onto the tray. Hers landed in perfect little circles — mine looked more like tiny pancakes. She just grinned and said “c’est normal,” which made me relax a bit. The kitchen smelled like warm almonds and something sweet I couldn’t quite name, maybe vanilla? Someone behind me laughed when their piping bag burst open — it’s not as easy as it looks on Instagram, you know?

We started the macaron cooking class in Paris with a welcome drink (I picked tea, still jetlagged) and introductions around the table. There were eight of us, all nervous about ruining French pastry. Camille explained every step slowly, switching between French and English with this cheerful patience. She showed us how to choose colors for our shells — I went for pistachio green but ended up with more on my fingers than in the bowl. The mixing part was oddly calming; there’s this moment where you have to trust your gut on texture. Not too runny, not too stiff.

While our macarons baked (the whole room got quiet except for the oven’s hum), Camille shared stories about Parisian bakeries and why macarons are such a big deal here. She poured coffee and told us how every region has its own version — apparently the original ones weren’t even colorful. Tasting them fresh out of the oven was honestly nothing like what I’d had back home. Fluffy but crisp at the edges, filling just barely melting inside. We each packed up a box to take away — mine survived the Metro ride somehow.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Macaron making class in Paris

• Arrive at cookery school
• Meet instructor over drink
• Learn to make meringue shells
• Choose macaron colors
• Pipe buttercream filling
• Bake macarons in oven
• Taste macarons with tea or coffee
• Receive box of macarons
• Conclude class and depart

Top questions

How long is the Paris macaron cooking class?

The class lasts about 3 hours from start to finish.

Is this macaron class suitable for beginners?

Yes, step-by-step guidance is provided so beginners can join easily.

Do I get to take my macarons home after the class?

Yes, you’ll leave with a box containing 20 to 30 macarons you made yourself.

Are drinks included during the macaron making class?

A welcome drink plus tea or coffee is included while tasting your macarons.

Where is the cooking school located in Paris?

The cookery school is centrally located in Paris with public transport nearby.

Is there an advanced option for experienced bakers?

You can upgrade your booking for an advanced macarons class if desired.

What’s the minimum age for participants?

The minimum age is 12 years old; no unaccompanied children allowed.

I have gluten allergies; can I join this macaron class?

This tour is suitable for those with gluten allergies.

What’s included

Your afternoon includes all required equipment and attire, step-by-step instruction from a local baker, a welcome drink on arrival plus tea or coffee during tasting time, and a generous box of 20–30 homemade macarons to take home at the end — with an advanced class available if you want to level up your skills.