Come and join us for an exclusive masterclass with Emily Misson and Thibaut Lefils (season 12 finalists of the Great French Bake-Off; le Meilleur Pâtissier). You will learn how to make realistic and delicious cakes that fool the eye into thinking they are something else (‘trompe-l’œil’ illusion cakes).

During this course, you will discover the secrets behind making ‘trompe-l’œil’ illusion pastries and make some creations step by step that will fool all eyes.

You will learn how to make the following recipes:
- Sponge cake
- Praline paste
- Marmalade
- Crunch
- Whipped ganache
- Coating techniques

June, 21st 2025 at 9:00 AM

- The cacao pod
- The strawberry ‘barquette’ layered cake

Head home with professional tips and techniques to recreate those cakes and impress your guests!
The molds used to make the cacao pod will be provided to you to make the recipe at home.


Practical information:

- Class taught in French and consecutively translated into English.
- Some steps of the recipes are carried out in pairs. Classes for adults only.
- One hour break, lunch not included.
- Share a convivial moment with the Chef while the Chef is handing out the certificates, then take your pastries with you to enjoy them.
- As a souvenir, a Ritz Escoffier school apron is given to each participant.

For any reservation over 4 people, please contact us by phone or by e-mail.

Take a glimpse into the world of the high end patisserie, as our chefs share their secrets and techniques with you, creating beautiful and elaborate patisserie.
Decorate and bring a 6-8 serving layered mousse cake home to share.


June 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Almond and cherry layered mousse cake
Coconut and caramel individual layered mousse cake.


Practical information:

- Class taught in French and consecutively translated into English.
- Some steps of the recipes are carried out in pairs. Classes for adults only.
- One hour break, lunch not included.
- Share a convivial moment with the Chef while the Chef is handing out the certificates, then take your pastries with you to enjoy them.
- As a souvenir, a Ritz Escoffier school apron is given to each participant.

For any reservation over 4 people, please contact us by phone or by e-mail.

Prepare some viennoiserie recipes step by step to treat your relatives.

The following techniques will be included: kneading, folding, fermenting, shaping, baking and decorating.


Friday May 16 from 2:30 to 5:30 PM and Saturday 17 from 9:00am to 5:00 PM

Croissants
Pains au chocolat
Salmon and dill focaccia
Apple and raspberry brioche
Chocolate and hazelnut brioche


Practical information:

- Class taught in French and consecutively translated into English.
- Some steps of the recipes are carried out in pairs. Classes for adults only.
- One hour break, lunch not included.
- Share a convivial moment with the Chef while the Chef is handing out the certificates, then take your pastries with you to enjoy them.
- As a souvenir, a Ritz Escoffier school apron is given to each participant.

For any reservation over 4 people, please contact us by phone or by e-mail.

Learn basic pastry techniques and our chef's secrets to make your own favourite sweet recipes at home.


July 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Apricot and almond tart
Peach and redcurrant choux
Chouquettes
Chocolate financier


Practical information:

- Class taught in French and consecutively translated into English.
- Some steps of the recipes are carried out in pairs. Classes for adults only.
- One hour break, lunch not included.
- Share a convivial moment with the Chef while the Chef is handing out the certificates, then take your pastries with you to enjoy them.
- As a souvenir, a Ritz Escoffier school apron is given to each participant.

For any reservation over 4 people, please contact us by phone or by e-mail.