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Around Puff Pastry

Discover the art of French puff pastry! In this hands-on workshop at Mickael’s School of Bread, you’ll learn how to create beautifully crisp, buttery and flaky puff pastry from scratch. We’ll take you through the essential techniques behind this classic French pastry, from preparing and laminating the dough to creating perfectly even layers and achieving that beautiful golden, crisp finish. You’ll also learn how to transform your homemade puff pastry into several classic French treats, such as palmiers, apple tartlets and savory puff pastry creations. And, of course, you’ll take home everything you make! No previous pastry experience is required. Whether you're completely new to puff pastry or want to improve your technique, this workshop will give you the skills to confidently make it at home. Roll, fold, laminate, bake — and discover what makes great puff pastry so wonderfully flaky!

Madeleines

Madeleine Workshop Discover the secrets behind one of France’s most beloved little cakes! In this hands-on workshop at Mickael’s School of Bread, you’ll learn how to make perfect French madeleines—golden and slightly crisp on the outside, tender and buttery inside, with that iconic little hump. We’ll work from the basics, from preparing the batter and understanding the importance of resting and temperature, to properly preparing the molds and achieving beautiful, evenly baked madeleines. And of course, you’ll take home the madeleines you bake during the workshop! No previous baking experience is required. Whether you are discovering madeleines for the first time or want to master this classic French pastry, this workshop is a delicious introduction to French baking. Come bake, taste and discover the art of the perfect madeleine!

Meringues

Meringue Workshop Discover the magic of meringue in this hands-on workshop at Mickael’s School of Bread! Learn how to create perfectly smooth, glossy meringue. Master piping and shaping techniques to create beautiful and delicious treats. During the workshop, we’ll explore different styles and applications of meringue, from delicate meringue kisses to elegant piped creations and colorful decorated meringues. In this workshop, you will learn how to: Prepare a stable, glossy meringue Understand the science behind successful meringue Master piping techniques and different shapes Bake meringues to achieve the perfect texture Add colors, flavors and decorations Troubleshoot common meringue problems And, of course, you’ll take home everything you make! No previous baking experience is required. Whether you’re discovering meringue for the first time or looking to perfect your technique, this workshop is designed to be fun, practical and delicious. Come whip, pipe, bake and create with us!

Croissants

ADULT WORKSHOP

In this workshop, each participant will create a total of 36 treats using both pre-prepared croissant dough and croissant dough made by the participant. The art of croissant making lies in one's ability to understand and feel the delicate process of lamination—creating fine layers of butter between layers of dough. To become familiar with this process, each participant will: Roll, proof, and bake 12 croissants using pre-laminated dough provided, allowing participants to experience the results of properly prepared dough and understand what to expect. Laminate provided dough with butter, then shape 12 croissants pastries, which will be frozen for you to take home and bake at your convenience. Mix a small batch of croissant dough and laminate it with butter. Participants will take this dough slab home to roll, shape, and bake on their own.

Brioches

ADULT WORKSHOP

Each participant will go home with 8 brioche burger buns, a large braided brioche (1kg), a brioche loaf (350gr), and 1 kg of brioche dough to practice at home.

Baking BAGELS Level 1

ADULT WORKSHOP

Have you ever baked bagels before? This is your chance to enjoy the full experience—shaping, boiling, and baking your own batch of bagels (30 in total). In this 90-minute session (Baking Bagels – Level 1), we'll guide you through working with the prepared dough and transforming it into delicious bagels. We'll provide 8 slices of cheese; any additional slices will be available at an extra charge.

Baking BAGELS Level 2

ADULT WORKSHOP

Come bake your own bagels from scratch! In this 150-minute session, you'll create 30 fresh bagels (using our house recipe) + 15 Pretzel Bagels from start to finish. – Learn how to weigh ingredients, mix the dough, and check for proper readiness. – Shape your dough into authentic bagels, ready for baking. We'll provide 8 slices of cheese; additional slices are available at a small extra charge.

Baking PRETZELS like it's your day job

ADULT WORKSHOP

This might just be the most fun (and delicious) item to make in our bakery! Your mission: with our guidance, you'll shape and bake 24 pretzels to take home or share with friends and family. By the end, you'll proudly say: 'I made these myself!' And who knows—you might enjoy it so much that you'll want to come back for more. In this 90-minute Baking Pretzels session, we'll mix the dough together, then focus on working with it and shaping it into authentic pretzels. We'll provide 8 slices of cheese; additional slices are available for a small extra charge.

Baking BAGELS Level 1 (Kids)

KIDS WORKSHOP (6+)

Join us for a fun-filled session of shaping and baking your very own bagels! Kids always say bagels taste even better when you make them yourself—and they're right. Accompanying adults pay just $10 and are welcome to assist their children or participate alongside them. Please note: our focus will be on the kids, as this is not an adult workshop. In this 90-minute Baking Bagels – Level 1 session, you'll experience the thrill of shaping, boiling, and baking 15–20 fresh bagels. We'll provide the dough, guide you through the process, and help you master the art of bagel-making. We'll also provide 8 slices of cheese; additional slices are available at a small extra charge.

Shortbread Cookies (Kids)

KIDS WORKSHOP (6+)

Flour, butter, sugar… that's all it takes to make everyone's favorite cookies! Accompanying adults pay only $10 and are welcome to assist their kids or join in the fun. Please note: our focus will be on the children, and this is not designed as an adult workshop.

Sourdough Advanced

ADULT COURSE (6 hours over 2 days)

We highly recommend attending our 'Sourdough Basics' class beforehand, although it is not mandatory. Highlights of this class: - Each student will mix three batches of sourdough bread - We'll work with a variety of add-ins (grains, etc.) as well as different flours such as rye and spelt - Hands-on use of a commercial-grade mixer - Dehydrating sourdough for future use

Sourdough Basics

ADULT COURSE (6 hours over 2 days)

Sourdough Bread Program of Day 1 10:00 Greetings / gearing up 10:10 Weigh some Baguettes 10:20 Presentation of sourdough starter we use at the bakery / preparing sourdough from scratch 10:45 Shape Baguettes 11:00 Mix 2 batches of white sourdough 11:30 Weigh and shape Sourdough bagels (Mixed by Mickael the morning) 12:00 Bake baguettes / Bake bagels 12:15 Weigh some loaves 12:40 Shape loaves 12:50 Cleanup 1:00 Send off Program of Day 2 10:00 Greetings / gearing up / Turn on oven 10:10 Fold Dough mixed the prior day 10:20 Feeding Sourdough starter(s) / Sourdough talk / split sourdough to take home 10:30 Weigh Loaves / weigh baguettes 10:40 Mix Sourdough Pancakes 11:00 Shape loaves / baguettes 11:15 Mix a batch of bread to take home 12:00 Bake loaves / baguettes / 2 different ovens 12:15 Cook Pancakes 12:50 Cleanup 1:00 Send off

Date Night at the Bakery

DATE NIGHT

Come together, bake together, and share the bags of baked goods between the two of you. Together you will make 7 baguettes, 15 bagels, and 12 pretzels! (Cheese is 50 cents a slice extra).

Candle Light / Ambiance Baking

AMBIANCE BAKING

Whether this is your first visit or you're returning to the bakeshop… (Cheese slices are available for an additional $0.50 each.)

Bring a Friend to the Bakery

ADULT WORKSHOP

Wanna show your interest in baking with your best friend? Do you want to go home with lots of baked goods and have fun along the way? (Cheese is 50 cents a slice extra).

Christmas Cookies

ALL AGES

In this workshop, each participant will bake about 60 cookies (1 kg) using five different recipes. Some recipes will be prepared together during the session, while others will be ready for you to use right away.