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Les Masterclasses
Welcome to the 2025 Edition of Le Festival Masterclasses at South Bank Parklands, Brisbane.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and refined tastes of France at this year’s edition of Le Festival in Brisbane. We are thrilled to offer an array of masterclasses that capture the essence of French artistry and craftsmanship. From the culinary arts to the finesse of winemaking and beyond, each masterclass is an invitation to explore new skills, indulge in your passions, and enjoy the rich traditions of France.
CHECK OUT OUR FORMIDABLE MASTERCLASSES PROGRAM!
| TIME | MASTERCLASS |
|---|---|
| 6:30pm |
Spirits & Cheese - A Journey Through France's Finest Flavours by Marie Pottier Embark on an exquisite tasting experience that marries the rich traditions of French cheesemaking with the artistry of its renowned spirits and liqueurs. |
| TIME | MASTERCLASS |
|---|---|
| 11:00am |
The Magic of Champagne Masterclass with The Bubble Diva - Amanda Reboul
Discover exquisite French Champagne with an unforgettable tasting experience hosted by Amanda Reboul, finalist in the Professional Division of the prestigious Vin de Champagne Awards in Australia (2014). Amanda will guide you through five cuvées from the prestigious Champagne house of Taittinger. You can also take home a signed copy of Bernadette O'Shea's book Champagne and Candeliers. |
| 12:45pm |
Making Crêpe Suzette with Chef Clément Chauvin Learn how to make Crêpes Suzette with Chef Clement Chauvin from Montrachet restaurant with an opportunity to gain practical experience leaving your guests speechless! |
| 2:30pm |
French Etiquette: The Art of Entertaining at Home by Dr Carline Bouilhet-Christofle This 60-minute class covers all aspects of entertaining at home from launching an invite to farewell your guests. It will cover both the guest’s and the host’s duties from a proper etiquette’s perspective to make entertaining at home stress-free and memorable for all the right reasons. It will also touch on the historical reasons on why it remains pertinent in today’s world. |
| 4:15pm |
Wine and Cheese Pairing with Audrey Allaire Experience one of the world’s most iconic culinary pairings in this engaging wine and cheese masterclass. Dive into the richness of French culture while sampling an expertly curated selection of wines and cheeses, known for their quality and diversity. |
| 6:15pm |
Paint and Sip with Marcel Desbiens from Bienarte Create your own watercolour masterpiece to take home in this two-hour painting workshop with Marcel Desbiens, no experience required! Take home your personal masterpiece, beautifully framed, and learn about the essential techniques of watercolour painting, while enjoying a curated selection of fine wines and accompanying nibbles. |
| TIME | MASTERCLASS |
|---|---|
| 11:00am |
The Magic of Champagne Masterclass with The Bubble Diva - Amanda Reboul Discover exquisite French Champagne with an unforgettable tasting experience hosted by Amanda Reboul, finalist in the Professional Division of the prestigious Vin de Champagne Awards in Australia (2014). Amanda will guide you through five cuvées from the prestigious Champagne house of Taittinger. |
| 12:45pm |
A Beak to Feet experience - Canard à la Presse with Chef Andy Ashby A beak to feet experience showing a unique process to make a traditional sauce. In France, canard á la presse or canard au sang (duck in blood) is regarded as the height of elegance. It consists of various parts of a young duck that has been roasted; duck legs fall on one plate and duck breast slices go on another. The distinguishing feature, however, is the sauce that tops the breast. |
| 2:30pm |
French Etiquette: The French Table by Dr Carline Bouilhet-Cristofle This 60-minute class explains why a table is set the way it is and covers all manners of setting a table for formal occasions whether for lunch or for dinner. From planning stages to execution, this class will show you what is required in terms of napery, chinaware, crystal, silver and table accessories to make your event an occasion to remember. At every step it will outline the reasons why a French table looks the way it does. |
Embark on an exquisite tasting experience that marries the rich traditions of French cheesemaking with the artistry of its renowned spirits and liqueurs with expert Marie Pottier.
Learn how to make Crepes suzette with Chef Clement Chauvin with an opportunity to gain practical experience leaving your guests speechless!
Unleash your inner artist in a relaxed setting with our Paint and Sip Class hosted by Marcel Desbien, where fine wines will complement your creative endeavours.
Discover exquisite French Champagne House of Taittinger with an unforgettable tasting experience hosted by Amanda Reboul. Amanda will guide you through five cuvées from the prestigious Champagne house of Taittinger.
A beck to feet experience showing a unique process to make a traditional sauce with Chef Andy Ashby from C’est Bon with Canard à la Presse cooking classes, a dish with rich culinary history, believed by many to be the pinnacle of bourgeois French cuisine, with its distinguishing feature sauce topping the breast.
Learn about the art of Pairing wine and cheese where expert Audrey Kerlili will draw on her French heritage to provide a unique experience combining interaction, education and enjoyment
Details for our Etiquette and Wine tasting Masterclasses will be announced, promising expert guidance on French Culture.
Each masterclass is designed not just to educate but to provide a sensory experience that reflects the depth and diversity of French culture. Join us at Le Festival to enhance your skills, meet experts, and enjoy a taste of France right here in Brisbane.