Bakeshop 101: Intro to Classic French Pastry

Discover the foundations of classic French baking in this hands-on pastry experience featuring pâte à choux, madeleines, crème brûlée, and puff pastry through live demonstrations and shaping techniques inspired by professional patisseries.

Introduction to French Pastry is a hands-on Bakeshop 101 experience exploring the foundations of classic French baking taught by Chef Emma Dooley, an accomplished HCCC alumni chef. Guests will learn professional techniques behind pâte à choux with traditional fillings, delicate madeleines, rich crème brûlée, and puff pastry through live demonstrations and shaping techniques inspired by classic French patisseries.

Perfect for beginners and pastry lovers alike, this immersive class offers a delicious introduction to the elegance, precision, and artistry behind some of France’s most beloved pastries while learning directly from a talented chef who began her culinary journey at Hudson County Community College.

Guests will also be able to enjoy coffee, tea, and light refreshments throughout the experience while taking home their handcrafted pastries to share with friends and family — or simply enjoy all to themselves.

Day: Saturday
Date: June 6, 2026
Time: 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Instructor: Chef Emma Dooley
Price: $85

Culinary Class Refund Policy:

All sales are final due to the limited seating in our kitchens, as well as the amount of prep time and food cost associated with each registered student.
While we don’t offer refunds or credits, you may send someone to attend in your place. We ask that you please email us well in advance so that we can be prepared for any changes to the guest list.

Culinary Class Schedule Changes:

If the College Cancels a Course a full refund is issued.
Non-attendance to a Class/Program does not constitute a withdrawal, nor entitle the participant to a refund.
Please confirm work schedules before registering for classes. Refunds and credits will not be issued due to change of work schedule.

Participants will receive an email detailing information on each class a few days before the start of class.

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For more information about these offerings, please contact Cristina Vazquez at cvazquezFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE and Chastity Farrell at cfarrellFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE.

Contact Information

Office of Continuing Education
161 Newkirk Street, Room E504
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 360-4224
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