Organic French Bakery in Sonoma County
Organic Local Ingredients
We believe in the power of nature's bounty, sourcing the finest local produce to ensure our baked goods are not only delicious but also sustainably made. With our baked goods, you can experience the highest quality while supporting our commitment to both your palate and the planet.
Made with Levain - French Sourdough -
The best flavors emerge from homemade natural Levain and patience. The art of breadmaking requires time to weave its magic through the long, slow fermentation process that gives our bread its exceptional taste and texture.
Handcrafted Daily from scratch
From the first crack of dawn, our skilled artisans pour their hearts and souls into every loaf, pastry, and confection that graces our shelves, honoring our commitment for exceptional taste and quality.
All we knead is love
We believe that not all the bread is made equal.
We believe the best breads are made from the soul of the Artisan Boulanger (baker) who kneads them.
We believe superior baked goods cannot be made using shortcuts, but rather can only be crafted by upholding the traditional techniques and respect for the ingredients.
We believe tasteful bread comes from homemade natural Levain (French sourdough) and long/slow fermentation.
We believe using locally sourced organic ingredients allows us to taste our terroir and preserve it for future generations.
We believe in choosing what we eat, to share it with our loved ones.
We believe in not compromising quality, taste, and sustainability.
We believe a better world lies in eating sustainably grown local food.
We believe “All we knead is Love,” love of the French traditional techniques, love of our baked goods, love for the families enjoying them, and love for the next generation.
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Discover our Pastry Classes
A tropical twist on a French classic — a crisp Breton shortcrust, an exotic passion fruit curd, and a light glossy Italian meringue, made entirely from scratch.
Course outline
Sweet Shortcrust Pastry
Learn how to prepare a classic French sweet shortcrust pastry (pâte brisée sucrée) — buttery, crisp, and perfectly baked as the foundation of your tart.
You will also learn how to line a tart tin with perfectly sharp and clean edges for a professional finish.
Passion Fruit curd
Master the technique for a smooth, vibrant passion fruit curd — intensely fruity and perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy.
Italian meringue
Discover how to whip and cook a silky Italian meringue — light, glossy, and stable — to crown your tart in elegant style.
Assembly & decoration
Assemble and decorate your tart from start to finish — bringing all three components together into a polished, beautiful creation ready to take home.
What you'll make
Sweet shortcrust tart shell
Breton shortcrust base
Passion fruit curd
Italian meringue
What you'll leave with
Each participant creates their own tart from start to finish, guided step by step by a professional French pastry chef. You'll leave with your finished creation, the complete recipe, and all the skills to recreate this tropical French classic at home.
Practical Information
Classes are open to guests ages 12 and up, with a maximum of 8 participants per workshop to ensure a personalized hands-on experience. A minimum of 3 participants is required. If fewer than 3 guests are registered 5 days before the class, we will contact you to reschedule to another available date or issue a full refund.
Read : Terms of Service & Workshop Policies (.pdf)
Schedule: Saturdays, 4 pm to 6 pm
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Step into the delicate world of French pâtisserie and master one of its most iconic and refined desserts — from batter to filling, start to finish.
Course outline
Meringue preparation
Learn to make a perfectly stable meringue — the essential foundation for light, airy macaron shells with a smooth top and defined foot.Macaronage & piping
Master the macaronage technique — folding the batter to just the right consistency — then pipe uniform shells with confidence and precision.
Baking the shells
Discover the key baking techniques to achieve perfectly risen shells with the signature "feet" that define a great macaron.Ganaches & fillings
Prepare smooth, flavourful ganaches for each variety — chocolate, pistachio, passion fruit, vanilla, raspberry, and coffee — and fill your macarons to perfection.
Flavours available
Session A: Chocolate, Pistachio, Passion fruit
Session B: Vanilla, Raspberry, Coffee
What you'll leave with
Under the guidance of a professional French pastry chef, each participant creates beautiful, delicious macarons from scratch. You'll leave with your own box of handmade creations, the full recipe, and the confidence and precision to recreate them at home.
Practical Information
Classes are open to guests ages 12 and up, with a maximum of 8 participants per workshop to ensure a personalized hands-on experience. A minimum of 3 participants is required. If fewer than 3 guests are registered 5 days before the class, we will contact you to reschedule to another available date or issue a full refund.
Read Terms of Service & Workshop Policies (.pdf)
Schedule: Saturdays, 4 pm to 6 pm
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Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun and creative baking workshop! Learn how to make rich chocolate cupcakes filled with a delicious orange center and decorated with spooky Halloween designs. A perfect hands-on experience in Sonoma County.
Course outline
Chocolate cupcake batter
Learn to make a moist, rich chocolate cupcake batter from scratch — the perfect base for a festive and indulgent Halloween treat.
Orange curd filling
Prepare a smooth, tangy orange curd that gets tucked inside each cupcake — a bright citrusy surprise with every bite.
Vanilla mascarpone whipped cream
Whip up a smooth and airy vanilla mascarpone topping — light, creamy, and ready to pipe into dramatic Halloween swirls.
Halloween decoration
Let your imagination run free — pipe, shape, and decorate your cupcakes with spooky Halloween designs in a relaxed and playful atmosphere.
What you'll make
Chocolate cupcakes
Orange curd filling
Vanilla mascarpone cream
Spooky Halloween decorations
What you'll leave with
Guided by a professional French pastry chef, each participant bakes, fills, and decorates their own cupcakes from start to finish. You'll leave with your own box of Halloween creations, the full recipe, and all the techniques to recreate them at home.
Practical Information
Classes are open to guests ages 12 and up, with a maximum of 8 participants per workshop to ensure a personalized hands-on experience. A minimum of 3 participants is required. If fewer than 3 guests are registered 5 days before the class, we will contact you to reschedule to another available date or issue a full refund.
Read Terms of Service & Workshop Policies (.pdf)
Schedule: Saturdays, 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm
Photos for illustrative purposes only