The baguette – a symbol of France, and the most Parisian of breads:
- History, legends and tradition: the Napoleonic campaigns, the Roaring Twenties, Fulgence Bienvenue in the 19th century.
- More than just a profession, a craft: creativity, precision, delicateness, and mastering the manufacturing process.
- From kneading to baking, from oven to table: flavors, colors, and shapes. A festival of variety.
Ever wondered how a baguette gets its inimitable flavor? Is it the flour? The yeast? The kneading of the dough? Or just centuries-old knowledge and expertise – the art of bread baking à la française….
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Tour 1: Classic Tour 2hrs
Enter with your guide the world of the craftsman baker and discover bread from every angle. Ficelle, tradition, boule, couronne, campagne...the staple of the traditional French meal. And why not be tempted to try some during this introductory course? Roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake (and break) bread in either a school or a bakery.
Practical info :
Reservation required
Bakery: 6 people maximum
School: 15 people maximum