Cooking Class - Buttery Croissants and Flaky French Pastry

What You’ll Do

With guidance from expert bakers, you'll master the technique for buttery croissants and flaky pastry.

Unleash your inner baker in this hands-on cooking class, where you’ll master the techniques for perfectly flaky, buttery pastries. Learn to create laminated dough from scratch, then transform it into two iconic French delights: savory ham and cheese croissants and sweet, fragrant orange and cardamom morning buns. Led by an expert, bakers of all levels will gain the skills and confidence to recreate these bakery-worthy French pastries at home.

Tea, coffee and water will be provided. Guests are welcome to bring non-alcoholic beverages.

This class is suitable for ages 14+ with an adult present. Children under 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Class price is per person.

Details
  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 16
  • Meal Courses 3
  • Event Duration 2 hours
  • Labels Baking, Beginner, French, Fun, Pastry
  • Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.

Meet your chef


Chef Jailyn is a passionate culinary professional who brings both expertise and enthusiasm to every class. After graduating from culinary school, she quickly advanced to a sous chef role, where she led a team of young cooks, instilling confidence and refining their skills. Now, as an instructor, Chef Jailyn’s goal is to empower each guest, helping them feel more confident and capable in the kitchen. With a focus on technique and encouragement, she creates a welcoming environment that inspires a love for cooking in everyone she teaches.

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Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.
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What You’ll Do

With guidance from expert bakers, you'll master the technique for buttery croissants and flaky pastry.

Unleash your inner baker in this hands-on cooking class, where you’ll master the techniques for perfectly flaky, buttery pastries. Learn to create laminated dough from scratch, then transform it into two iconic French delights: savory ham and cheese croissants and sweet, fragrant orange and cardamom morning buns. Led by an expert, bakers of all levels will gain the skills and confidence to recreate these bakery-worthy French pastries at home.

Tea, coffee and water will be provided. Guests are welcome to bring non-alcoholic beverages.

This class is suitable for ages 14+ with an adult present. Children under 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Class price is per person.

Details
  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 16
  • Meal Courses 3
  • Event Duration 2 hours
  • Labels Baking, Beginner, French, Fun, Pastry
  • Additional information In this class you will be working hands-on in groups of four sharing work stations and equipment.
Reviews

Reviews guests left for this experience

ANGELA

ANGELA

17 May 2025

Informative class. Format allowed us to bake using previously prepared dough and then create dough to leave for others. Plenty of opportunity to try a bit of every step even with 4 people per group.

Reviews guests left for other experiences with Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef

Neil

Neil

27 Jul 2025

The chef and staff were great - helpful and knowledgeable, and I did pick up a few new techniques. That said, the overall class setup left a lot to be desired. You share ingredients and workspace with another couple, which makes the experience feel more like group work than a hands-on class. If you’re not paired with another group, you get a much better experience and more food, which feels unfair given the $100 per person price tag. It was a bit awkward managing tasks with strangers, and not worth the cost in our view. Note: the class is hosted by Sur La Table, so you might as well book directly if it sounds like a fit for you.
Lori

Lori

06 Jul 2025

My Grandson & I had a great time with Chef Ben learning about blanching green beans, double frying French fries, lovely sauces and the best ever searing a delicious steak. Thanks Chef Ben….it was a wonderful experience.