Aix en Provence Small group Croissant Baking Class with a chef

Overview

Available languages

English

French

3 hours

Mobile ticket

At the French Baking Academy, our pastry workshops offer a warm, authentic experience for beginners. In the heart of Aix-en-Provence, you’ll learn the art of French baking in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere inspired by the hospitality of Provence, thanks to our local chef, born and raised here. It’s a unique way to connect, share, and discover French culture through its delicious pastries. Join us for a truly original journey into the heart of France!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

What To Expect

Your workshop begins in the heart of Aix-en-Provence’s historic center, just two minutes away from the main square, cafes, and restaurants. Step into a fully-equipped kitchen studio, where you'll meet your instructor, a local chef, and your fellow participants. With a maximum of ten people, you’ll receive personalized guidance throughout the session. You’ll be provided with an apron and utensils before diving into making and kneading the dough. Follow your instructor’s clear, step-by-step instructions as you move on to shaping and baking. You’ll start by perfecting the classic croissant, then try your hand at two other French pastry favorites: pain au chocolat and pain au raisin. While you bake, enjoy complimentary hot and cold drinks. Once your pastries are out of the oven, treat yourself to a tasting session of your delicious creations. Want to keep making French pastries at home? Each participant receives a free illustrated booklet with recipes to help you remember every step.

Sample Menu

dessert

Croissant

Learn how to make the famous French croissant and the French Pain au Chocolat!

What‘s Included

Kitchen apron to protect your clothes

All the necessary equipments, tools and top-quality ingredients to bake

Digital Recipe Booklet to try again hat home

Tasting your croissants and taking away your baking croissants

Complimentary coffee or tea with a carafe of fresh, drinkable water at your disposal

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Aix en Provence Small group Croissant Baking Class with a chef

Reviews

5.00

17 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Heaven
Gerald S,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wonderful teacher and experience . The class was the highlight of our trip. The teacher was well organized and clear with directions
Professional baking class in Aix
Marilen I,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
I loved the class! Chef Gaetane is an amazing instructor. We learned how to make croissants and pan au chocolat the traditional way. A must do when in Aix!
Top notch experience
Ben V,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The class was fun and informative. We had people with no experience and some with more, but all had a good time and made some amazing pastries. I highly recommend it and would take another class from these amazing people.
Fabulous croissant & pain-au-chocolat class!
Anthony V,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a great time learning how to make croissants & pain-au-chicolat pastries today (although we’ll probably never be able to make them at home). The chef was wonderful. We worked in a professional kitchen with six other guests who were fun to get to know. If you’re visiting Aix-En-Provence, we highly recommend this experience.
Fabulous experience, we...
David B,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fabulous experience, we loved it! It was easy fun and very enjoyable, I highly recommend it! Well worth it!
Yummy croissants and good memories!
Dena M,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a very fun experience and an enjoyable afternoon. The group was small and everyone had a good time participating. The class is held in a professional kitchen and the teacher was great. She had a wry sense of humor which I greatly enjoyed. When I told her I'd seen people grate the butter for lamination instead of pounding it, she said "well, the british don't make croissants." We all came home with a couple of croissants and a couple of pain au chocolate so we had breakfasts and good memories to enjoy afterwards. I highly recommend this experience!
A must-do
georgiabudden,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing experience and Cecile was such a fun, knowledgeable and helpful teacher! The pastries were fantastic and I’d definitely recommend this to anyone visiting aix, merci!
Awesome class!
Cindy M,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We both loved this class! The chef walked us through every step and the results were delicious! A highlight of our trip!
Making croissants for all levels!
Excursion435667,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful class, good for bakers of all levels, from the experienced to the novice. My dtr and I attended , perfect class size of 8 students. Can’t wait to get my copy of the recipe so I can try these at home!
Great experience
Gail F,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was everything I was hoping for, and more. The instructor was very clear and helped us to be able to reproduce the most delicious croissant and chocolate treat.