March Session / Marennes Oléron oyster class certification

07/03/2025

08:30 to 17:30

3,900 THB

  • Class Session:           1 days
  • Lunch:                         Included
  • Total hours:                8 hours
  • Delivery Language:   English with Thai translation
  • Age:                          อายุตั้งแต่ 18 ปีขึ้นไป
  • Suitable for:             Culinary students, seafood retailers, chefs
  • Accomplishment:       Marennes Oléron certificate at Lenôtre
  • Student per class:      Maximum 15

 

Lenôtre Culinary Arts School in collaboration with the Marennes Oleron oyster farmers groupment, offers this unique opportunity  to join in an immersive day class around one of the best IGP oyster in the world.

The class is delivered by a French Oyster specialist working  for the Groupement “Qualité Huîtres Marennes Oléron”,  representing all the oyster farmers who produce these oysters under the official designation. The cooking demonstration will be presented by a Lenôtre chef.

This one day training  includes;  theory, practice, tasting, cooking demonstration with Marennes Oléron oysters.

This program is opened to seafood retailers, catering students or chefs willing to get a  certification on this famous IGP oyster range.

 

POGRAM CONTENT:

Morning: Theory session

  • The Oyster farming in France: history, territory, farming, cultivating, Harvesting, IGP certification explanation.
  • Method of production by oyster type, Maturation process.
  • Product explanation: European certification, Geographical indication, quality range. Oyster tasting: wheel of flavours.
  • Discovery of the Marennes d’Oleron by range, organoleptic qualities, Professional Tasting. Research on each organoleptic signature by range

Afternoon: Practical session :

  • The Practical knowledge: opening oysters, presentation, conservation (For opening oysters, students’ individual practice)
  • Cooking demo: 1 hour for 1 Thai & French recipe
  • Technical Exam: based on shucking and recognizing oysters.
  • Certification

 

 KEY BENEFITS:

1.Expert Knowledge / In-Depth Understanding: You gain specialized knowledge about oyster farming, harvesting, and preparation. Learning from an expert ensures that you acquire accurate and up-to-date information about the process, from sustainable farming methods to the best practices for handling and shucking oysters.

2.Professional Recognition / Certification: Earning a certification is a mark of credibility that proves your expertise. It can enhance your professional profile if you’re a chef, restaurateur, or involved in the seafood industry, demonstrating your knowledge and dedication to high standards.

3.Improved Skills in Shucking and Preparation / Hands-On Training: Certification classes typically involve practical training in shucking oysters and preparing them in various styles (raw, grilled, baked, etc.). Mastering these techniques helps increase efficiency and safety, especially in high-pressure kitchen environments.

4.Knowledge of Types and Tasting / You’ll learn about different oyster species: their flavour profiles,  enhancing your ability to educate customers or create exceptional culinary experiences.

5. Confidence in Handling and Serving / Proper Handling: You’ll learn how to handle oysters correctly to ensure freshness and quality, which is essential for safe and effective service in restaurants or during events.

6. Culinary Creativity / Unique Dishes: With the knowledge of oyster preparation, you can explore creative ways to incorporate oysters into your menu or personal cooking, setting you apart as a culinary expert.

7. Education and Customer Engagement / Enhance Customer Experience: For restaurant owners or chefs, service staff, an oyster certification helps you educate your customers about the origins and uniqueness of the oysters you serve, providing a more enriched dining experience.

 

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