Cooking Masterclasses
With French Chef Joris
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New Classes Added for the Fall
Classes are suitable for cooks of all levels and can be adapted for vegetarians and pescatarians.
Guests must be 13 or older. Classes are hosted at Bergerac (5520 SE Woodstock Blvd).
A signed liability waiver is required for all participants before each class begins.
Please sign up for our newsletter to be first to hear of upcoming classes or simply email us at cookingclasses@bergeracpdx.com with any questions.
Join Chef Joris Barbaray for hands-on French cooking masterclasses where you’ll learn the techniques behind classic dishes and enjoy the meal you create together. Each class is a fully interactive experience — we cook from start to finish, exploring essential skills, professional tips, and the methods that make French cooking so timeless.
Designed for all skill levels, these relaxed and approachable classes focus on building confidence in the kitchen, from mastering sauces and pastry techniques to creating seasonal dishes you’ll recreate at home.
After cooking, we’ll gather around the table to enjoy your creations — because the best way to understand great food is to share it.
Upcoming classes include:
• Béchamel Masterclass — Discover the foundations of one of France’s classic mother sauces and learn how to transform it into versatile dishes.
• Crème Pâtissière Masterclass — Master this essential French pastry cream and explore its many applications in desserts.
• Velouté Masterclass — Learn the technique behind this elegant French sauce and how to adapt it for poultry, seafood, and vegetables.
• Seasonal Stuffing Masterclass — Create three festive stuffings, including pork and vegetarian variations perfect for holiday entertaining.
• Lemon & Raspberry Curd Masterclass — Learn the secrets behind silky fruit curds and how to use them in beautiful desserts.