VIENNOISERIES BY CYRILLE VAN DER STUYFT

Master the Art of Viennoiserie with Cyrille Van Der Stuyft

Join this exclusive hands-on masterclass with Cyrille Van Der Stuyft, Meilleur Ouvrier de France (MOF) and one of the world’s most respected experts in laminated doughs and French bakery artistry. Known for his precision and innovation, Cyrille will guide you through the techniques that define exceptional viennoiseries.

This intensive course is designed for professional pastry chefs and bakers who want to elevate their craft and achieve perfection in croissants, brioches, and laminated doughs using premium Isigny Ste Mère butter.

What You’ll Learn

• Master Croissant & Brioche Doughs
  Understand the science and art behind fermentation, lamination, and dough handling to create pastries with a perfect honeycomb texture and rich flavour.
• Advanced Folding & Shaping Techniques
  Gain hands-on experience in creating beautifully laminated pastries with precise layers, golden crusts, and impeccable crumb structure.
• Premium Ingredients for Superior Results
  Work with top-quality butter from Isigny Ste Mère, ensuring authentic flavour and exceptional performance in every pastry.

This masterclass is a rare opportunity to learn directly from one of the youngest MOF winners, whose work sets the benchmark for excellence in French bakery.

What’s Included

• Full-day hands-on training
• Premium chocolate and confectionery ingredients
• Professional equipment
• Exclusive recipe book
• Certificate of Participation

About Isigny Ste Mere

Isigny Sainte-Mère, France’s most awarded dairy cooperative, blends centuries-old expertise with Normandy’s exceptional terroir to craft world-renowned butter and cream. Formed in 1980 from two historic cooperatives, it now holds PDO status, guaranteeing unmatched quality rooted in lush pastures enriched by the region’s unique climate and mineral-rich soils. With over 300 medals to its name, Isigny Sainte-Mère continues to set the global standard for authentic French dairy.

Learn more about Isigny and their products here.

Itinerary

• 8:00 am – Welcome & breakfast
• 9:00 am – Start of work
• 1:00 – 2:00 pm – Lunch break (included)
• 5:30 pm – End of work

Spaces limited! BOOK NOW and elevate your viennoiserie skills!

TheTasteLab Experience

At TheTasteLab, the experience goes far beyond culinary education; it’s a celebration of flavour, warmth, and exceptional hospitality:

• Our cosy Guest Lounge is the perfect spot for networking, enjoying a coffee with pastries, and taking a well-deserved break from class
• Each day includes a delicious breakfast and lunch, freshly prepared by our Michelin-starred Chef Russell Bateman and Pastry Chefs Denis Dramé MCA and Giacomo Pischiutti
• Throughout your visit, our Specialists and Account Managers will be on hand and delighted to answer any questions about the products featured in the class