At Ratatouille, we offer several types of culinary classes and food-oriented workshops—cooking, wine, mixology, coffee, etc.
Our informal workshops are sometimes hands-on, and sometimes cooking demonstrations. These two different formats allow us to offer options designed for all tastes and levels of expertise. You can, for example, practise under the guidance of one of our chefs, or learn advanced cooking techniques by carefully watching what they do during a demonstration.
Our team of experts will ensure you have a wonderful experience that is not only fun, but educational! Special guests, including chefs, winemakers, and local food producers sometimes participate in our themed activities—all at our impressive Magog location!
Our classes are designed for between 8 and 20 participants. (The number varies according to the type of course.) The demonstrations and workshops are all held in small groups around a kitchen island, making the experience intimate and friendly. It is also possible to book a private event.
Cooking
Our hands-on workshops and demonstrations cater to all tastes. Based around a theme or a particular topic, they vary in length and level of complexity.
Wine
Learn about different aspects of the world of wine through our educational workshops.
Mixology
Discover or rediscover the art of mixology with Benoît Lajeunesse!
Coffee
Take a class with Samuel, our partner from Géogene!
Our classes and workshops are ideal for small groups—friends, families, colleagues, team building activities, etc. Private sessions are also available!
Our Experts
Pierre Nief
Chef
Cooking Workshops
Born in Paris, Pierre always knew he wanted to work in the field of gastronomy. He set out on his career in London with chef Pierre Koffman, then went back to Paris to cook at Guy Savoy’s eponymous Michelin three-starred restaurant. After many culinary experiences around the globe, Pierre settled in Quebec, joining the B4S team in 2023. For him, the key to creating authentic cuisine is by appreciating the quality of the local and seasonal produce, and to make the dishes look as good as they taste!
Mathieu Gagnon
Chef
Cooking Workshops
Mathieu began his cooking career at Bistro 4 Saisons alongside acclaimed chef Danny St-Pierre. Along with this position, he opened a small restaurant where he gave cooking classes and created ready-to-eat meals. Mathieu thrives on change. During the course of his career, he has helped to launch of a number of restaurants. They include Montréal Plaza, La Petite Maison and Elena, recognized by Air Canada’s enRoute magazine as one of the country’s best new restaurants in 2018.
Mickael Brossard
Pastry Chef
Pastry, Baking and Chocolate-Making Workshops
Mickael has been making high-quality pastries for 19 years and during that time, he has won a slew of awards and is recognized as one of the best in the business. He has built his career in upscale establishments such as Matyasy and Manoir Hovey, and now works as the pastry chef at Bistro 4 Saisons. In 2023, he earned the prestigious title of Maître Artisan Pâtissier-Chocolatier (for pastry and chocolate making) and in 2024, Brossard, who embodies the excellence, passion and precision of his chosen profession, was the winner of the Meilleur Croissant au Beurre (Best Butter Croissant) award in the Eastern Townships.
Benoît Lajeunesse
Sommelier
Wine and Mixology Workshops
Benoît has 25 years of experience in the world of wine behind him, during which he has participated in more than 1,500 events! A passionate educator with an affinity for words, he enjoys sharing his knowledge with others. He has worked at the SAQ, Europea, Maison du Gouverneur and Bistro 4 Saisons, and in 2017 was a semi-finalist in the Meilleur Sommelier du Québec competition. Benoît is also an instructor and lecturer at the Université de Sherbrooke and a radio commentator at Rythme FM.
Patrick Grieve
Sommelier
Wine Workshops
A native of the Eastern Townships, Patrick spent over 15 years at Manoir Hovey where he worked his way up from sommelier to maître d’hôtel. Known for his friendly personality, in-depth knowledge and his belief in the importance of giving his clients excellent service, Patrick has held the combined jobs of sommelier and maître D at Bistro 4 Saisons since 2021, lending his expertise and bringing his customer satisfaction ethic to the popular Orford restaurant.
Guest Experts
Divers
Themed Workshops
Guests with a particular area of expertise such as winemakers, local producers, and professional chefs are occasionally invited to participate in various courses and themed activities. Visit our online boutique for details of upcoming events.
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