{"id":7178,"date":"2026-07-10T10:00:28","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T08:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lesrelaisdugout.fr\/event\/macaron-secrets\/"},"modified":"2026-07-10T11:05:35","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T09:05:35","slug":"macaron-secrets","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/lesrelaisdugout.fr\/en\/event\/macaron-secrets\/","title":{"rendered":"Macaron Secrets"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Macaron Secrets<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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By Alistair Smith x Champagne Pol Couronne<\/h3>\n

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SEPTEMBER 20<\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1782830580142{padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}”]In the intimate setting of a small-group workshop, you\u2019ll discover the secrets of making macarons alongside Alistair Smith.
\nThe pastry chef shares his techniques, precise methods, and tips to help you master this delicate treat.
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Starting at 50\u20ac per person.<\/h5>\n

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In detail<\/strong><\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1782830605518{padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;}”]The star of petit fours, the macaron is as fascinating as it is intimidating. For two hours, you\u2019ll step into the precise and indulgent world of pastry with Alistair Smith, France\u2019s Best Apprentice and Junior World Pastry Champion. In a small group, you\u2019ll follow the key steps in making macarons and observe the techniques that make all the difference: preparation, technique, mastery of textures, and tips for making them.<\/p>\n

Alistair shares his professional insights with you, drawn from his training at the \u00c9cole Ferrandi and his experience working with leading pastry houses. This workshop will help you understand the key challenges of this iconic pastry\u2014which is often intimidating to amateurs\u2014and leave you with practical tips to help you improve.<\/p>\n

In the intimate setting of the Airbnb guesthouse\u2014whose address will be shared only with participants\u2014you\u2019ll enjoy a special experience limited to 8 people per session. The experience concludes with a tasting of the creations, paired with a glass of Pol Couronne Champagne, to further explore the connection between pastry-making expertise and the art of Champagne.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1781093388721{background-color: #FBF8ED !important;}”][vc_empty_space height=”22px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1781088010666{background-color: #EB533E !important;}” el_id=”chef” el_class=”chef”][vc_column width=”1\/3″ row-text-align=”center” background-position=”center-center”][vc_single_image image=”7179″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle_2″ css=””][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”wpbai-chef”]<\/p>\n

Alistair Smith<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Named France’s Best Apprentice and Junior World Pastry Champion, Alistair Smith trained at the \u00c9cole Ferrandi and then at renowned establishments such as Fauchon, Le Bristol, and Le Pr\u00e9 <\/span>Catelan<\/span> and the Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e. A winner of the 2024 Junior World Pastry Cup with the French team, he was named to Forbes France\u2019s \u201c30 Under 30\u201d list in 2025. <\/span><\/span> [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”top” row-text-align=”right”][vc_column width=”5\/6″ css=”.vc_custom_1781093388721{background-color: #FBF8ED !important;}”][vc_empty_space height=”22px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1781093388721{background-color: #FBF8ED !important;}”][vc_empty_space height=”22px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1781511234896{background-color: #C7DCEF !important;}” el_class=”lieu”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”7185″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle_2″ css=””][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”wpbai-chef”]<\/p>\n

Pol Crown Champagne<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Founded in 1887, Maison Pol Couronne carries on a tradition of Champagne craftsmanship that has been passed down for over a century. Remaining true to its heritage while bringing a contemporary perspective to Champagne, it crafts cuv\u00e9es that precisely express the richness of the Champagne terroirs. Located at the foot of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Reims, its tasting room welcomes visitors year-round to share the house\u2019s history and introduce them to its champagnes in a welcoming setting. <\/span> [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row background-position=”center-center”][vc_column width=”1\/6″ row-text-align=”center”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1781173094716{padding-bottom: 5px !important;}” el_class=”wpbai-chef”]<\/p>\n

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Practical Information<\/h5>\n

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\u231b Duration<\/strong>: 2 hours
\ud83d\udccd Location<\/strong>: To be announced
\ud83d\udc65 8 participants<\/strong>
\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f In French<\/strong><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcb0 Prices<\/strong>:
\nAdults and children: 50\u20ac per person<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcc6 Dates and times<\/strong>:
Sunday, September 20: 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

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