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Baking French pastries can be intimidating for the average at-home baker. That's where I come in to help!
Join one (or more) of my classes to learn techniques from me, Susan Holding! I'll take you step-by-step in each class complete with video content, full recipes, and additional resources.
Interested in more than one class? Try out a bundle and save.
Sit back, relax, and then recreate the dessert in your very own kitchen.
A Look at the Curriculum
Here are a few of the courses that I have to offer in my online school. I hope to add more, so if you have any requests, please let me know!
Class Testimonials
Susan is a terrific instructor. I have taken a number of classes with her and she is brilliant in her ability to unravel the mysteries of bread baking and French pastry. Each class is made even more interesting when she shares her personal stories and a general history behind each pastry she makes. She has a genuine love for pastry and it shows with every flick of her French whisk and roll of her rolling pin. Take a pastry class with Susan and your baking days will never be the same.
Kim S.
I’ve taken many of Susan’s classes and they have always far exceeded my expectations. Her classes are a sweet combination of stories from her time in pastry school, valuable information about techniques and ingredients, and skillfully guided hands on baking! She makes learning French pastry approachable and lots of fun. The finished results are beautiful and delicious.
Michael W.
Susan Holding is an incredible instructor! She goes above and beyond to answer questions, provide demonstrations, and is extremely knowledgeable about what she is teaching. She bring expertise right from Paris, France into the homes of excited learners all over the country. Your house is guaranteed to smell amazing when you try her recipes, and you will carry the knowledge and skills into other baking in your free time!
Chianne S.
Bonjour!
I'm Susan Holding, pastry chef and owner of The Little French Bakery in North Freedom, Wisconsin.
I trained at Le Cordon Bleu, Paris and hold the Diplome de Patisserie. I have over twenty years experience teaching students to prepare these classic treats.
I’m an RN, BSN, MBA who followed a dream, went to Paris, and earned the Diplome to Patisserie at Le Cordon Bleu in 1998. The courses spanned over two years. I loved my experience at Le Cordon Bleu. It was hard, tiring and very rewarding. Every time I’m back in Paris, I visit the school. The smells and sounds bring back such fond memories. I’m sure you’ll learn some of the tips and escapades from school as they sprinkle into my courses and blogs.
I love to travel. Whether it’s a few hours away to Door County, or across the globe, I’m ready for an adventure. Our trips always include a taste of the local foods. We love spice!
Please join me as I cook, bake, and explore the world of food.
I really wish I could have met Julia Child. She made such an impact on cooking and cuisine in the U.S. and around the world.
To make my classes more accessible, I'm happy to bring them to you online. They're still interactive, and now from the comforts of your own kitchen and on your own schedule.