Le Pain de Tradition
Baguette and country sourdough
Natural leaven, long fermentation, shaping and scoring. Bake your own baguettes de tradition and a country loaf.
Baking classes
Bake with Alexandre.
Four hours in the fournil with a Meilleur Ouvrier de France. Eight guests at most.
Learn the craft from the hands that mastered it.
Each class is small on purpose. Around one table, with no more than eight guests, Alexandre shows the gestures that took him to the MOF collar and the world title: how to read a dough, how to shape it, and when to leave it alone.
You work with your own hands from start to finish, and you leave with everything you bake.
- Group
- Up to 8 guests
- Duration
- 4 hours
- With
- Alexandre Laumain, MOF
- Languages
- French and English
- Where
- The fournil, 12 Place du Monument
- Price
- On request
The classes
Three ways into the fournil.
Les Viennoiseries
Croissant and pain au chocolat
Butter, folding and the patience of lamination. Learn the croissant the way it is made at the highest level.
Saveurs de Bourgogne
Gougères, brioche and pain d'épices
The flavors of the region, from the aperitif to the morning table. Perfect before a day in the vineyards.
Every class includes
- Coffee and viennoiseries on arrival
- A Laumain linen apron to keep
- All ingredients and equipment
- A printed recipe booklet
- Everything you bake, to take home
- A tasting together to finish
Good to know
Do I need any baking experience?
None at all. Classes are designed for curious beginners and keen home bakers alike. Alexandre adapts to every pair of hands at the table.
How many people are in a class?
Eight guests at most, so everyone works at the bench and gets real attention.
What language are classes taught in?
In French and English. Tell us your preference when you send your request.
Can I book a private class?
Yes. Families, friends, companies and wine estates can reserve the whole class for up to eight guests, on a date that suits you.
Are children welcome?
Young bakers from 12 years old are welcome with an adult taking part in the same class.
What about allergies and dietary needs?
Our classes use wheat, butter, eggs and milk. Let us know about any allergy when you book and we will advise you honestly.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothes and closed shoes. Your apron is waiting for you.
Can I give a class as a gift?
Yes. Gift vouchers are available on request, with a card to hand over.
Request a place
Classes begin after the opening in 2027. Tell us which class interests you and when you hope to come, and we will reply with dates.
- Group
- Up to 8 guests
- Duration
- 4 hours