We are proud to present TheTasteLab
by Classic Fine Foods London
A place to meet, share and learn in a relaxed environment. We offer an exciting programme of Pastry and Cuisine classes and a variety of events including training courses, workshops, demonstrations and culinary journeys led by the best chefs from around the world or under the guidance of our in-house Pastry Chef, Denis Dramé MCA.
Visit the tastelab websiteTestimonials from the Guest Chefs
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What a pleasure to feel so ‘at home’ in every sense of the word! Ideal conditions for giving of my very best during my recent experience at the TasteLab! Superb help from Sarju and Denis, the leader of the orchestra. Looking forward to exchanging more points of view on my next visit!!
Yann Duytsche
Pastry Consultant, Owner of the Dolç bakery
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TheTasteLab is a very professional school. All the best teachers in the world give masterclasses there. The ingredients are the best and the staff are very professional and friendly. I advise everyone to take classes there - it’s the best way to improve your pastry skills.
Emmanuele Forcone
International Consultant and Winner of the Pastry World Cup 2015
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TheTasteLab is an excellent institute where chefs from all over the world meet to share skills and know how. I've enjoyed teaching and sharing my style of pastry in TheTasteLab and I am so excited to be returning to this fantastic institute in 2019.
Karim Bourgi
International Consultant
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TheTasteLab by Classic Fine Foods is the new and exciting jewel for professional patisserie, chocolate and creative food arts in London, regularly bringing only the best pastry chefs & techniques from around the globe into a fabulously equipped lab that has a passionate creative thinking process at its heart.
Martin Chiffers
Author & Expert Consultant BBC2 “BAKE OFF” Crème de la Crème, International Pastry Chef Consultant
Testimonials from the Participants
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TheTasteLab provides not only a fantastic new tool for the training and development of chefs in the UK, but also a great platform for the exchange of ideas. It offers the luxury of being able to use the finest ingredients with the latest equipment under the direction and expertise of leaders in their craft.Benoit Blin MCA
Pastry Chef at Belmond Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons, Judge on Crème de la Crème BBC, UK Pastry Club Chairman
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Absolutely fantastic day in TheTasteLab. What an amazing success! Well done and congratulations. I would highly recommend the class to anyone. I’m looking forward to coming back.Cherish Finden
International Pastry Chef Consultant
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I have attended many courses at TheTasteLab and I can honestly say they have been some of the best learning experiences I have ever had. The level of expertise I achieved and the knowledge gained from these courses not only improved my skill level but helped boost my career. Not only that but it’s a fantastic opportunity to network and connect with other chefs attending the courses.Zane O'Donnell
Gold Whisk Member
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I’ve been attending for more than 3 years now and I can only say the trainers and chefs get better and better. Denis thinks about the people he brings in! They are the best in their field! The tips, tricks and insights you pick up while attending the classes are invaluable. I have walked away from these being inspired, amazed and ready to put into action the knowledge I have discovered.Sarah Houghting
Pastry Chef Rubens Hotel
About our Chef
DENIS DRAMÉ MCA
Pastry Chef for TheTasteLab
Denis joined Classic Fine Foods to run TheTasteLab. He began his career at the City Bakery in New York. He has worked alongside Raymond Blanc and Benoit Blin at the iconic 2-star Michelin restaurant Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons and after a spell at Dainesfield House, Denis took on the role of Head Pastry Chef at Pennyhill Park.
In addition to his day-to-day commitments, Denis regularly judges pastry competitions and he was awarded the Master of Culinary Arts. He is also the coach of Team United Kingdom for the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie. The team won the European Cup in 2022 and came 4th in the World Cup 2023.
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