French Macarons for Beginners – Overland Park, KS

French Macarons for Beginners

Love at first bite! Learn how to make French macarons using the French meringue method. This is a hands-on course led by Kate Smith Soirée. We will also demonstrate 2 filling recipes that are easy to make at home and sure to please a crowd. We will discuss meringue techniques, piping techniques, bust myths and much more! You will work in groups of 2 to create, from start to finish, your own 15-count gift box of macarons to take home.

Light hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be provided. This class is for all ages, but for those participants 21 and older: one glass of welcome champagne will be included with your ticket. The instructor will check your ID before serving alcohol.

Come ready to learn and prepare to have a great time!

GROUPS: Students will work in groups of two. One ticket per person is required! If you plan to come as a group, no worries! You’ll get seats with all your friends, even if you book separately. Just tell us your friends’ names when you check into the class and we’ll seat you together.

*Macarons are naturally gluten-free, but do contain tree nuts and eggs.

About the instructor:

Kate Smith is the owner of Kate Smith Soirée. She first learned to make macarons during her travels abroad in Italy 4 years ago, and she’s been baking ever since! She graduated with a hospitality management degree from Oklahoma State university, and she officially started her macaron business in October 2018. She started her business at the Lenexa Public Market in June 2019 and has opened her brick and mortar in Downtown Overland Park in February 2023. Her bakery is just walking distance from Strang Reserve!

CLASS INFORMATION AND POLICIES

TICKETS AND ADMISSION: No tickets are issued for classes. Your name will be on an attendee list at check in. Check in begins 15 minutes before class starts.

CATEGORY: Technique and Skill

CLASS FORMAT: Combination of Instructor-Led with class participation

SKILL LEVEL: Beginner

RECOMMENDED PARTICIPANT AGE: 16+ is recommended, but all ages are welcome! Participants under 16 need to be accompanied by an adult with their own seat.

REFUNDS: We do not offer refunds for this class. If you cannot attend a class for any reason, you are welcome to send someone in your place. Please let us know as soon as soon as possible so the registration list may be updated along with any allergy information. *All classes are subject to rescheduling or cancellation (which would result in a full refund).

ALLERGIES/SPECIAL NEEDS: Food allergies and/or special needs must be stated in detail on the registration form. Best efforts will be made to accommodate those allergies and needs when known in advance. Recipe adjustments cannot be made during classes. All french macarons contain nuts and eggs.

PARKING: Free parking is available on-site in the Edison parking garage, or along the street.

FOOD/DRINK: Featured recipes prepared in the class will be sampled. We will have a water station available in the kitchen. Other beverages are available for purchase at Strang Hall. There is an hour break during the baking portion where you can explore Downtown Overland Park to grab a bite to eat. Strang Hall will have a special discount for our class attendees!

PERSONAL BELONGINGS: Our classes are BYOA – Bring Your Own Apron! Aprons are not required, but macarons can be a messy project if you’re having fun! All equipment and ingredients for the class are provided. Coat racks will be available for jackets and purses. If perishable items purchased at Strang Hall need to be refrigerated, please notify the class instructor when arriving for the class.

PARTICIPANT EXPERIENCE: Please come to class prepared to have some fun and learn a few tips. Group interaction and socializing will be part of the classes, but please be respectful to instructors and fellow attendees to help ensure everyone has a great time.