Bread-Making Workshop at Alain Ducasse School in Paris

Description

Bread-Making Workshop at Alain Ducasse School in Paris

Location
Alain Ducasse Cooking School, Paris 16th arrondissement, France
The school is located in western Paris, close to Avenue Foch and accessible via metro lines 1, 2, and RER C. The area is known for its quiet streets and proximity to central landmarks.

The Experience Includes

• 4-hour bread-making workshop in Paris
• Professional kitchen access at the Alain Ducasse school
• Guidance from experienced chefs
• Use of quality baking ingredients and materials
• Recipes for a variety of traditional breads
• Bread tasting and refreshments on site
• All necessary equipment provided
• Group limited to 10 people maximum

What to Expect

Your bread-making workshop in Paris begins at the Alain Ducasse cooking school, located in the 16th arrondissement. The building is quiet, well-equipped, and designed specifically for hands-on culinary training. The school features four workshop kitchens, all fully fitted with professional equipment. Upon arrival, a small refreshment is offered while the staff introduces you to the space and explains how the session will unfold.

The bread baking course at Alain Ducasse lasts four hours. It is organised in small groups of up to 10 people, allowing each participant to receive individual attention throughout the workshop. After changing into your apron and toque, you move to your personal workstation where the practical session begins.

The class starts with an overview of the ingredients. The chef explains the differences between flours—white, wholemeal, rye, and others—and introduces the principles of fermentation. You learn about natural and commercial yeasts, hydration ratios, and how these elements influence the flavour and texture of bread. Once the ingredients are covered, you move on to mixing and kneading. These techniques are demonstrated step by step, and then performed by each participant under the chef’s guidance.

After the initial kneading and first proof, you will shape the dough into various bread styles. The types may include baguettes, pain de campagne, fougasse, focaccia with herbs and olive oil, ciabatta, or rolls topped with seeds. The chef will explain shaping methods, scoring, and final baking temperatures. Each dough goes through a resting phase before baking.

During the baking time, the chef will answer questions and explain how to adapt these techniques to a home kitchen. You will also discuss oven settings and how to check for doneness. Once the breads are baked, the group gathers for tasting and discussion. At the end of the workshop, you leave with your own handmade loaves and a printed set of recipes to try again at home.

Examples of breads typically made include:

• Pain de campagne (country-style bread)
• Ciabatta
• Rye bread
• Seeded rolls
• Focaccia with olives and herbs
• Pain de mie (soft loaf)
• Baguettes and traditional round loaves

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have produced several loaves and gained solid techniques to bake at home. This bread-making workshop in Paris combines learning and doing in a professional environment while keeping the experience simple and welcoming. All breads are baked on site, and you can take yours home.

This class is suitable for all levels. If you’re looking to learn to bake bread in Paris in a focused yet relaxed format, this workshop offers structured instruction in a well-equipped culinary setting.

Other Important Information

• Group size: maximum 10 participants
• Duration: 4 hours (9:00–13:00 or 14:00–18:00)
• Workshop runs once per month, mostly on weekdays
• Sessions can be exchanged for another 4-hour cooking class
• Minimum age: 16 recommended
• Available in French; contact us for availability in English
• Booking in advance is required

Validity

On XperienceFrance, you purchase a voucher valid for 12 months from the date of purchase. It can be used for yourself or given as a gift.
If you would like to check availability for specific dates, please contact us before making your purchase.