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Hey There Pumpkin! Royal Icing Cookie Class with Doshia Freeman
Nov
16

Hey There Pumpkin! Royal Icing Cookie Class with Doshia Freeman

Hey There Pumpkin! Royal Icing Cookie Class

Saturday, November 16, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM

$169.00 (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

How sweet are these Pumpkin Patch Cookies? Join local Sugar Artist Doshia Freeman from Sweet Trade Bakery for an adorable hands-on masterclass in Royal Icing. You’ll receive a selection of freshly baked cookies and learn the secrets to mixing and coloring the perfect consistency Royal Icing for outlining and flooding your adorable cookies! You’ll learn to outline, flood, make Royal icing transfers, make and use luster dust paint and use an airbrush for shading and stenciling. Go home with a beautiful box of your completed cookies to impress your friends and family.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, if you want to fly solo, we won’t put you with some random stranger!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Adorable Royal Icing Holiday Cookie Wreath with Doshia Freeman
Dec
14

Adorable Royal Icing Holiday Cookie Wreath with Doshia Freeman

Adorable Royal Icing Holiday Cookie Wreath with Doshia Freeman

Saturday, December 14, 2024 | 10:00AM - 3:30PM

$199.00

How adorable is this Holiday Cookie Wreath? You’ll receive 12 freshly baked cookies, a giant cookie ‘base’ and several mini acorns and pinecones to decorate. You’ll also learn to make and paint the sweet little banner. Perfect for your holiday table centerpiece or sharing with family and friends for the holidays (you have the option of sticking the individual cookies to the cookie ‘base’ or leaving them seperate to share.)

Join local Sugar Artist Doshia Freeman from Sweet Trade Bakery for an adorable hands-on masterclass in Royal Icing. You’ll receive a selection of freshly baked cookies and learn the secrets to mixing and coloring the perfect consistency Royal Icing for outlining and flooding your adorable cookies AND a separate consistency for your leaves and vines! You’ll learn to outline, flood, create different textures with Royal Icing, make and use luster dust paint and piping leaves and vines!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, if you want to fly solo, we won’t put you with some random stranger!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Cheeky Gingies Royal Icing Cookie Class with Doshia Freeman
Dec
20

Cheeky Gingies Royal Icing Cookie Class with Doshia Freeman

Cheeky Gingies Royal Icing Cookie Class

Friday, December 20, 2024 | 10:00PM - 2:00PM

$169.00 (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

How mischievous are these Cheeky Gingies Cookies…looks like the Elf on the Shelf may have a bit of competition! Join local Sugar Artist Doshia Freeman from Sweet Trade Bakery for an adorable hands-on masterclass in Royal Icing. You’ll receive a selection of freshly baked cookies and learn the secrets to mixing and coloring the perfect consistency Royal Icing for outlining and flooding your adorable cookies! You’ll learn to outline, flood, make Royal icing transfers, make and use luster dust paint and use an airbrush for shading and stenciling. Go home with a beautiful box of your completed cookies to impress your friends and family.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, if you want to fly solo, we won’t put you with some random stranger!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Buche de Noelle (Yule Log)
Dec
23

Buche de Noelle (Yule Log)

Join us for this festive Buche de Noelle class and learn how simple it is to create this traditional French Yule time dessert.

You'll discover all the secrets to preparing and rolling the sponge - without breaking! - and creating the adorable marzipan mushrooms and sugar-paste leaves and berries that adorn the completed log.

Recipes for a variety of traditional and modern fillings, the traditional meringue mushroom adornments and a selection of frostings will be provided so you can personalize to suit your own tastes.

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Croissants la volute (Croissant Swirls Supreme)
Jan
7
to Jan 8

Croissants la volute (Croissant Swirls Supreme)

Croissants la volute (Croissant Swirls Supremes)

2 DAY CLASS: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 | 6:00PM - 9:00PM AND Wednesday, January 8, 2025 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM (Includes Lunch)

$249.00 (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

Join Mary Storey on this TWO DAY adventure learning to make these delightful Croissants la volute (Croissant Swirls Supremes!) You’ll start by making and shaping the flakey croissant dough then, you’ll create a variety of delicious fillings. Next, you’ll learn the secret to filling your swirls so you get a burst of flavor in every bite and finally, you’ll get to decorate your filled swirls with decadent Callebaut Belgian Chocolate, handmade Meringue (added bonus- you’ll get to play with fire) and sprinkle with a variety of gourmet sprinkles, nuts and toppings.

These classes are all suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples/Roommates

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Mexican Mudslide Día de Muertos Cake
Nov
1

Mexican Mudslide Día de Muertos Cake

Mexican Mudslide Día de Muertos Cake

Friday, November 1, 2024 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM (Includes Lunch)

$199.00 Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

Ever had a Mexican Mudslide Cocktail? If not, think boozy Mexican Hot Chocolate meets a creamy milkshake- Chocolate, Kahlua, Amaretto, Cinnamon, and a few other spices to bring the heat all blended together with creamy vanilla ice cream.  Well, Angela was left unattended the other day and decided to turn the cocktail into a cake...and then decided to have a bit of fun with the decorations. You'll make a delectable, Mexican Hot Chocolate Spiced* Cake, a Kahlua and Amaretto infused Chocolate Pudding Filling and a Spiced* Chocolate Buttercream (you can even add some more booze here if you like.)

*Spices can be adjusted to suit your tastes. Non-alchocolic options also available in place of the Kahlua and

Once your cake is cooled, filled and crumb coated, you’ll create and paint your sugar skulls and learn to create a striped pattern and some festive piping around the side of your cake.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (This is a full day class and more suited to older children or younger children 8+ with a real interest in baking. The cake can be made without actual Champagne if you prefer (we have a Champagne extract if you like, but the cake is delicious on its own too.)

YES: Couples (anyone that lives in the same household- doesn’t have to be your life partner, can simply be your roommate…particularly useful when whatever you’re making can’t really be divided/separated.)

Yes: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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3D Halloween Coffin Royal Icing Cookies with Doshia Freeman
Oct
27

3D Halloween Coffin Royal Icing Cookies with Doshia Freeman

3D Halloween Coffin Royal Icing Cookies with Doshia Freeman

POSTPONED to Sunday, October 27, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM

Sunday, October 13, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM

$169.00 (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

Get ready for a spook-tacular treat! Join local Sugar Artist Doshia Freeman from Sweet Trade Bakery for a hands-on masterclass in Royal Icing. Build your own 3D Halloween Coffin Cookies and learn the secrets to creating adorable and eerie treats. In this class, you'll receive freshly baked cookies and expert guidance on:

  • Mixing and coloring Royal Icing for outlining and flooding

  • Outlining and flooding techniques

  • Assembling your coffins and decorating their inhabitants

  • Using luster dust paint for added sparkle

  • Airbrush shading and stenciling for a professional finish

Take home your beautifully crafted coffin cookies in a stunning box, perfect for impressing friends and family this Halloween season!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, if you want to fly solo, we won’t put you with some random stranger!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Caramel Macchiato Gateaux
Oct
26

Caramel Macchiato Gateaux

Caramel Macchiato Gateaux

Saturday, October 26, 2024 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM (Includes Lunch)

$229.00 (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

No matter how you like your coffee, you’ll love this Caramel Macchiato Gateaux! In this gateaux masterclass with Angela McEllin you’ll create:

    • A deliciously decadent Espresso Sponge Cake, leveled and torted

    • infused with a Vanilla Syrup (or for the serious coffee fiends, a Vanilla-Espresso Syrup)

    • and filled with a sinful Caramel Mousseline* Filling

    • encased in Angela’s hybrid German Buttercream/Mousseline

    • each layer and the top of the care are drizzled with a Salted Caramel Drip

    • topped with a crown of light as air Chantilly Cream and Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans

    • You’ll learn how to decorate the side of your cake with a Watercolor Effect too!

*Mousseline is a cross between a Creme Patisserie/Custard and a Buttercream

Warning: This cake is Wonderfully Wicked so, if you will not want to share with your friends and family, we suggest NOT telling anyone where you’ll be today!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (This is a full day class, so more suited to older children or those with a keen interest in baking)

YES: Couples/Roommates

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Apple Butterscotch Pie
Oct
25

Apple Butterscotch Pie

Apple Butterscotch Pie

Friday, October 25, 2024 | 6:00PM - 9:00PM

$179.00 Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

Join Chef Keri and learn how to make this delicious Apple Butterscotch Pie perfect to start off the 2024 holiday pie season. You’ll create:

  • Keri’s Classic Flaky Pie Dough

  • Spiced Apple Filling

  • Butterscotch Custard

  • Vanilla Bean Chantilly

In this class you will learn how to make Keri’s Classic Flaky Pie Dough. While your dough is chilling, you’ll learn how to make the Apple Filling which is infused with all your favorite autumnal spices. Keri will give you all her tips on how to roll out the perfect crust each time. Your pie will take a quick trip to blind bake then bake a second time to set your apple filling before being topped off with a sinful Butterscotch Custard (Oh My, talk about delicious!) & some decorative piping of Vanilla Bean Chantilly. This pie is sure to become a hit at your next holiday gathering!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two people sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Classic Napoleons (Mille-Feuille) with Crème Légère and Feathered Fondant
Oct
17

Classic Napoleons (Mille-Feuille) with Crème Légère and Feathered Fondant

Classic Napoleons (Mille-Feuille) with Crème Légère and Feathered Fondant

Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 6:00PM - 8:30PM

$169.00 (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

Whether you call them Napoleons, Vanilla Slice, Custard Slice or gâteau de mille-feuilles (which translates to 'thousand layers' in French) you’ll love these deliciously decadent, fantastically flakey pastries! Join Mary Strorey for a fun evening class making these French* Delicacies.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples/Roommates (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide aprons, recipes, all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

*There is some debate as to the actual origins of these delicious pastries…some say they were created by a Danish Pastry Chef and was first served on the occasion of a state visit by the French emperor Napoleon. Others claim the pastry was first created by an Italian chef in Naples who named it "napoletano" after his city, and the name was later corrupted to "napoleon" in English. Did you know the first written record of Napoleon Pastries is in an English Cookbook written by a French Chef in 1733, but the first mention in a French Cookbook wasn’t until 1749…hmmmm!?! The plot thickens.

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Petit Gateaux and Tarts Class with Adriano Zumbo
Sep
25
to Sep 26

Petit Gateaux and Tarts Class with Adriano Zumbo

Petit Gateaux and Tarts Class

Wednesday & Thursday, September 25 & 26, 2024 | 10:00AM - 4:00 PM (Includes Lunch Both Days)

$1,299.00* Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

Adriano Zumbo has taken his favourite petit gateaux and tart flavours and put them into a two day course for you to add to your own baking repertoire. You will learn all his insider methods to make quick buttery tart pastry, amazing cakes and mouthwatering fillings from scratch. These fantastic recipes will make whipping up a dessert for your next event a piece of cake and easily the envy of all your guests!

  • V8 Vanilla – 8  Layers and textures of Vanilla I love this cake so simple and elegant in all its complete whiteness , but oh so much more going on inside with its 8 layers and textures of Vanilla , each layer balancing and complimenting the next for ultimate vanilla experience. Hence the name V8 = vanilla 8 layers and textures , and the reference connection with V8 cars which is iconic with Aussie culture .

  • Erice (cherry pistachio cheesecake) – Baked cherry swirl Cheesecake, pistachio cream cheese mousse, cherry glaze

  • Dirty Dani- Salted Caramel Chantilly , Passionfruit Creme, Vanilla Creme Brulee, Salted Caramel, Hazelnut Crunch, Hazelnut Dacquoise , Milk Chocolate Plaques

  • Salted Caramel Pecan Tart – Sable tart Shell, pecan praline, soft caramel, pecan filling, Caramel Jasmine Creamy

  • Storm Cloud (tart) – Sable tart shell, Lime Curd, blueberry blackcurrant jam, coconut yogurt, Italian meringue

    *Discount available if you book two or more Zumbo classes. Use Promo Code ZUMBO at checkout.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!) On Chef/Date Nights you will always have enough for two and generally extra to bring home too.

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

Please review our Guest Instructor Class Cancellation Policy.

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Blackberry and Elderflower Opera Cake
Sep
14

Blackberry and Elderflower Opera Cake

Blackberry & Elderflower Opera Cake

Saturday, September 14, 2024 | 10:00AM - 3:30PM (Includes Lunch)

$229.00 Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

Come along and learn to make the elegant, decadent Opera Cake with Mary Storey. The creation of the cake goes back to 1955 when great French pastry chef Cyriaque Gavillon worked at the legendary Dalloyau shop in Paris. ... His wife told him it reminded her of the Paris Opera House, Palais Garnier. It was a name that stuck, the Opera cake was born.

You’ll learn to make all the elements and learn to assemble and cut this sophisticated entremet that includes six layers of Blackberry* Ganache, Blackberry* Buttercream, Elderflower Syrup soaked almond sponge cake topped with a glistening Chocolate Glaze. Plus, you’ll learn how to use Edible Gold Leaf and to create beautiful Cocoa Butter Embellishments.

*Boozy or not, the choice is yours!

This cake makes enough for TWO Opera Cakes , so bring along a friend to share in the fun (or freeze one for a wicked indulgence at a later date!)

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

This is a full-day class, please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F. 

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Professional Baking & Cake Decorating Course 8 Day INTENSIVE!
Aug
24
to Aug 31

Professional Baking & Cake Decorating Course 8 Day INTENSIVE!

Professional Baking & Cake Decorating Course 8 Day INTENSIVE!

Saturday, August 24, 2024 to Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 9:00AM - 4:00PM* (includes lunch each day)

Course Fee $3,000.00 (Includes Professional Tool Kit- details below)

Course Deposit $500.00 ($2,500 Balance due by July 20, 2024- see below for installment information.)

Course dates will be confirmed 6 weeks in advance or when all students have enrolled. A $500 refundable* deposit (Full course fee is $3,000.00 and balance is due by July 20, 2024) is required to reserve your place. Due to the intense nature of this course, we are limiting space to only 6 students to ensure each student receives individual, hands-on attention. A project outline questionnaire will be sent out for completion and return prior to course starting.

Discover your creative flair and learn a variety of skills to take your baking and decorating to the next level. Students will be supplied with the Professional Tool Kit (see full list below) which will be theirs to keep at the end of the course.

Are there specific requirements for joining?

This course is suited to complete beginners and those wishing to improve their baking and sugar-craft skills.

Course Aims

Learn the skills needed to professionally cover and embellish wedding and celebration cakes, cookies, cupcakes and cake truffles using different techniques of royal icing, buttercream, ganache, fondant, modeling chocolate, sugar florist paste, and sugar lace. Skills you will learn include:

  • Baking success principles including weighing, measuring, scaling, converting and costing recipes

  • How to bake, level, torte, dam, fill and cover a sponge cake

  • Covering ‘Dummy’ (Styrofoam Tiers) cakes with fondant (for display and portfolio use)

  • Using roll out and paneling methods for covering regular and double barrel cakes to obtain sharp edges and cover with fondant

  • Creating Cake Lace from scratch, using commercial mixes and alternative methods

  • Dowling, stacking and packaging for successful transportation

  • Creating and decorating Cupcakes, Cake Truffles, French Macarons and Sugar Cookies to compliment your celebration cakes

  • Royal Icing techniques including stencilling, embellishing with piping work, brush embroidery & gilding;

  • Pulling design elements together successfully including dusting, painting, and coloring;

  • Staging photographs for your portfolio (including use of our backdrops, props, and lighting to produce professional images for all your course projects)

  • Marketing, advertising, and finding the right clients

  • Costing, pricing, and profitability- how to get paid what you deserve!

  • Setting up for success- contracts, deposits, insurance, licenses, etc.

Students will be supplied with the Professional Tool Kit (see full list below) which will be theirs to keep at the end of the course.

*If there are not enough students for a scheduled module, or for whatever reason the class needs to be postponed your deposit (and any installments) will be refunded in full or you can choose to carry it over to the next scheduled course.

Balance of course fee is due four weeks (July 20th, 2024) before class commences to allow time for materials to be ordered. You will be notified 6 weeks in advance or when all six spots are reserved, whichever comes first to confirm booking. Please do not book flights until your spot has been confirmed.

If you would like to implement a payment plan, please email Angela at info@fabbaker.com after you have paid your initial deposit and a payment plan will be set up for you. Alternatively, gift certificates can also be used for the deposit or to pay off the balance- many of our students avail of this option as friends and family purchase gift certificates for holidays and birthdays.

If you are traveling from out of town/overseas and would like to share an Air B&B with other students, please email Angela at info@fabbaker.com.

Will there be additional costs?

Many students already own some of the basic tools required, we will discuss any additional items we’d recommend in addition to the Professional Cake Decorator’s tool kit during the first week.

A 10% discount is provided for any additional tools, cutters, equipment that you may wish to purchase on the course.

Materials/Ingredients

Professional Tool Kit (included in course fee) Equipment from Ateco/PME/JEM

  • ATECO Stainless Steel Bench/Side Scraper

  • ATECO 14” Cake Knife

  • ATECO Cake Tester

  • PME 13 piece Modeling Tool Kit: Bone Tool/Shell & Blade Tool/Ball Tool/Scallop & Comb Tool/Serrated & Tapered Cone Tool/Tapered Cones 5/6 Star Tool/Bulbous Cone Tool/Flower/Leaf Shaper Tool/Cutting Wheels/3 Piece Design Wheeler/Quilting Tool/Scriber Needle/Blade Knife

  • PME Wire Cutter

  • PME Needle Nose Pliers

  • PME Non-stick Rolling Out/Veining Board

  • PME Piping Tip No. 2 Writer

  • PME Cake Smoother

  • PME White & Blue Flower Forming Pads (2)

  • PME Stainless Steel Shaker

  • PME 9” Offset Palette Knife

  • PME Tall Side Scraper

  • JEM No. 12 Veiner/Friller Scallop Tool

  • JEM No. 4 Dresden & Veining Tool

  • Crafts 21 Piece Clay Extruder

  • PME 9” Silicone Rolling Pin

  • 20” Silicone Rolling Pin

  • PME Craft Brush Set

  • PME Sugar Florist Paste

  • Florida Academy of Baking apron, pen/pencil, document sleeves, and binder

  • Recipes, ingredients, packaging, and materials required for class projects (e.g. Cake Dummies, floral wires, piping bags, cake boards, cake boxes.)

*If you have already paid your $500.00 Course Booking Deposit, please select the Full Course Fee Button above and ensure you have a tick in the ‘apply store credit’ box at checkout. If you have also purchased/received gift certificates, you may apply them at checkout too.

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Floral Buttercream Cupcakes with Lisa He
Aug
18

Floral Buttercream Cupcakes with Lisa He

Floral Buttercream Cupcakes with Lisa He

Sunday, August 18, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM

$169.00 Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

Join Lisa He of Borderlands Bakery for a fun morning recreating these gorgeous floral Method Cake! We’ll have a dozen freshly baked cupcakes ready and waiting for you to decorate!

  • Learn to make, flavor and color buttercream

  • How to use Russian Piping Tips

  • How to use Petal and Leaf Tips

  • How to pipe various floral designs and individual flowers

    You’ll make a batch of perfect piping consistency American Buttercream and learn to color and flavor (in your choice of flavors) and most importantly, learn the tricks of the trade for using the various types of piping tips to create a selection of beautiful buttercream flowers.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two people sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools are provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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8 Layer Spumoni Cake
Aug
11

8 Layer Spumoni Cake

8 Layer Spumoni Cake

Sunday, August 11, 2024 | 10:00AM - 3:30PM (Includes Lunch)

$199.00 Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

La vita è breve, ma è anche dolce” — Life is Too Short to Skip Dessert and why would you want to when it involves 8 luscious layers of Pistachio Mousse, Cherry Mousse and Decadent Chocolate Cake studded with candied fruit, nuts and chocolate chips and topped with an amazing Creme Chantilly and drizzled with a rich Chocolate Ganache! Join Angela McEllin for a wondrous class recreating one of Italy’s most iconic desserts in cake form.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

This is a full-day class, please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F. 

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Back to School Royal Icing Cookies with Doshia Freeman
Aug
10

Back to School Royal Icing Cookies with Doshia Freeman

Back to School Royal Icing Cookies with Doshia Freeman

Saturday, August 10, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM

$169.00 Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

How adorable are these Back to School Cookies? Perfect teacher/school administrator gifts…or just something fun to do with the kiddos before they go back to school! Join local Sugar Artist Doshia Freeman from Sweet Trade Bakery for an adorable hands-on masterclass in Royal Icing. You’ll receive a selection of freshly baked cookies and learn the secrets to mixing and coloring the perfect consistency Royal Icing for outlining and flooding your adorable cookies! You’ll learn to outline, flood, create different textures with Royal Icing, make and use luster dust paint and stenciling!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

This is a full-day class, please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F. 

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Bridgerton Afternoon Tea Royal Icing Cookies with Lisa He
Aug
3

Bridgerton Afternoon Tea Royal Icing Cookies with Lisa He

Bridgerton Afternoon Tea Royal Icing Cookies with Lisa He

Saturday, August 3, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM

$169.00

Calling all Bridgerton fans and cookie enthusiasts! Join us for an enchanting cookie decorating class inspired by the elegance and charm of Regency-era London. Step into Lady Whistledown's world and create beautiful teapots, floral teacups, topiaries, cake slices, macarons, and intricate flowers with royal icing.

In this hands-on class, you'll conquer the art of making and coloring royal icing, and take home a dozen stunning cookies to impress your friends and family. Don't miss out on this delightful experience!

Royal Icing Cookie class you’ll learn to Make and Mix Icing from scratch to the Correct Consistencies & Color, you’ll also learn the Piping for Lettering, Borders, Texturizing, Overpiping and creating Intricate Flowers!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

This is a full-day class, please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F. 

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Heart Shaped Lambeth Method Cake with Lisa He of Borderlands Bakery
Jul
21

Heart Shaped Lambeth Method Cake with Lisa He of Borderlands Bakery

Heart Shaped Lambeth Method Cake with Lisa He of Borderlands Bakery

Sunday, July 21, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM (Includes Heart Shaped Frosting Disks and Cutting Guide Set)

$229.00 Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos- see below for more details)

Join Lisa He of Borderlands Bakery for a fun morning recreating the classic (and yet so trendy!) Heart Shaped Lambeth Method Cake! We’ll have a freshly baked vanilla sponge cake ready and waiting for you to cut, fill and decorate! You’ll make a batch of stabilized whipped cream to fill your cakes with your choice of add ins- go fresh fruit like Lisa did for the photos, or choose chocolate chips, jam or even funfetti! Plus, you’ll make a batch of buttercream in your choice of flavor and colors and most importantly, learn the tricks of the trade for using the custom made frosting disks and cutting guide (yours to take home at the end of the class!) to create the sharp edges that are the signature foundation for any Lambeth Style Cake - an absolute necessity for successfully creating the beautiful ruffles, swags, drapes and borders.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two people sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Gravity Defying Isomalt Father's Day Workshop!
Jun
9

Gravity Defying Isomalt Father's Day Workshop!

BOTTLE SHAPES BELOW LEFT TO RIGHT: WHISKEY, COGNAC, VODKA

Gravity Defying Isomalt Father’s Day Workshop!

Sunday, June 9, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM This class is suitable for all skill levels! (Please see age restrictions below.)

$229.00 (Includes Lunch)

Join Sidney Galpern of Simi Cakes for this fantastic foray into all things Isomalt! In this class you will learn the fundamentals of working with isomalt to create this fabulous Gravity Defying Isomalt Father's Day Display all out of sugar-free hard candy that looks so real, you won't believe it's all edible!!!

In this hands-on class you will create a marbleized base, build the structure for the flowing isomalt “liquor”, learn to create pulled isomalt drips, melting ice cubes, a sugar shot glass, create your very own mini sugar bottle, and blown isomalt bubbles to top it all off. We will address color, flavor, clarity, stability, humidity, safety and more.

Isomalt is a sugar-free hard candy, that we can heat to pour into molds, pull to sculpt with, or use for blown sugar techniques.  It is slightly sweet, and holds up better than sugar to humid environments.

You will get to take your completed sugar sculpture home with you, and you have the option of adding the mini liquor bottle silicone mold to take home for $24 (20% off)! This mold is a $30 value, silicone colors may vary.  If you do not add on the mold to take home, one will be provided for use in class only. All supplies provided for use during class, all levels are welcome! 

There are three bottle shapes to choose from: Whiskey (pictured in class image), Cognac and Vodka. Choose your preference at checkout if you wish to purchase at the discounted price.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (14+ only as this is boiling hot liquid.)

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (You will make one large sculpture but both participants can create the elements.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge.

We provide all ingredients, supplies, equipment and tools required for use during each class. Aprons, recipes, pens and stools will be provided. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear CLOSED TOED comfortable shoes (e.g. sneakers/runners/flats) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Life's a Beach Eclairs- One Day Summer Camp
Jun
4

Life's a Beach Eclairs- One Day Summer Camp

Life’s a Beach Eclairs - One Day Summer Camp

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM

$169.00 If you would like to attend all 5 of the One Day Camps, you can book 5 for the price of 4, use promo code ONEDAY at checkout.

You won’t have to sizzle on the beach to get into summer mode with these adorable Life’s a Beach Eclairs! Join Mary Storey for a fun class making Choux Pastry, Creme Patisserie in your choice of flavors and White Chocolate Confectioner’s Glaze (in your choice of colors.) Plus, you’ll learn how to marble, dip and pipe your eclairs to achieve a variety of cool effects with the glaze and create adorable edible sea themed decorations to finish off your sweet treats!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

*We have designed a week of ‘One Day Camps’ to be suitable for the Dynamic Duos listed below. If you would like to attend all 5 of the One Day Camps, you can book 5 for the price of 4. Use promo code ONEDAY at checkout.

These classes are open to adults too, no children required : - )

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (Adult 18+ accompanying a child at least 8 years old- these are 4 hour classes, so for your own enjoyment and sanity, use your discretion for younger children with limited attention spans.)

YES: Siblings/Cousins/BFFS (Two unaccompanied minors) Both must be at least 12 years old. For older/younger sibling Duos, the older one must be at least 16 years old- minimum age for younger sibling is 8 years old.

YES: Couples/Roomates

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Opps! Ice Cream Cake - One Day Summer Camp
Jun
3

Opps! Ice Cream Cake - One Day Summer Camp

Opps! Ice Cream Cake -

Monday, June 3, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM (One Day Camp*)

$169.00 If you would like to attend all 5 of the One Day Camps, you can book 5 for the price of 4, use promo code ONEDAY at checkout.

Learn to make this adorable Opps! Ice Cream Cone Celebration Cake in this hands-on decorating class. You’ll learn to level, torte, crumb coat and final coat a freshly baked Black Magic Cake, make, flavor and color Cheat’s Meringue Buttercream and make a glossy Chocolate Ganache to create a gravity defying ‘ice cream’ cone. The techniques you learn can be applied to any number of different themes. Best of all, you’ll get to sample your instructor’s cake and take home your masterpiece to the oohs and ahhs of your friends and family!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

*We have designed a week of ‘One Day Camps’ to be suitable for the Dynamic Duos listed below. If you would like to attend all 5 of the One Day Camps, you can book 5 for the price of 4. Use promo code ONEDAY at checkout.

These classes are open to adults too, no children required : - )

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (Adult 18+ accompanying a child at least 8 years old- these are 4 hour classes, so for your own enjoyment and sanity, use your discretion for younger children with limited attention spans.)

YES: Siblings/Cousins/BFFS (Two unaccompanied minors) Both must be at least 12 years old. For older/younger sibling Duos, the older one must be at least 16 years old- minimum age for younger sibling is 8 years old.

YES: Couples/Roomates

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Peach Bellini Gateaux
Jun
1

Peach Bellini Gateaux

Peach Bellini Gateaux

Saturday, June 1, 2024 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM

$199.00 (Includes Lunch)

You won’t have to travel to Venice to enjoy all the deliciousness of Harry’s signature Peach Bellini in cake form. During this fun gateaux masterclass you’ll create:

  • A deliciously light sponge cake flavored with a hint of champagne

    • leveled and torted and filled with a

  • Boozy (or not) Peach Compote, fresh raspberries and a light champagne meringue filling

    • covered in a

  • delicious Peach Bellini Meringue Frosting

    • and topped with

  • Glazed peaches and raspberries

You’ll learn how to decorate the side of your cake to look like an actual peach too!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (This is a full day class and more suited to older children or younger children 8+ with a real interest in baking. The cake can be made without actual Champagne if you prefer (we have a Champagne extract if you like, but the cake is delicious on its own too.)

YES: Couples (anyone that lives in the same household- doesn’t have to be your life partner, can simply be your roommate…particularly useful when whatever you’re making can’t really be divided/separated.)

Yes: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Prinsesstårta- Swedish Princess Cake
May
24

Prinsesstårta- Swedish Princess Cake

Prinsesstårta - Swedish Princess Cake

Friday, May 24, 2024

$199.00 (Includes Lunch)

Fit for a princess or three, the Swedish Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta) is a classic Scandinavian torte with layers of Norwegian Sponge Cake, Raspberry Jam, Vanilla Creme Patissiere and Whipped Cream covered in homemade green Marzipan and topped with a delicate pink Marzipan Rose. There are a few secret ingredients used to achieve an authentic Prinsesstarta, and Angela will guide you step by step making all the elements, assembling and decorating and even give a brief history of this iconic treat. You’ll have the option of making one large or several smaller cakes if attending as a Dynamic Duo.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Under the Sea Isomalt Sculpture Class with Sidney Galpern
May
19

Under the Sea Isomalt Sculpture Class with Sidney Galpern

Under the Sea Isomalt Sculpture Class with Blown Bubbles

Sunday, May 19, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM This class is suitable for all skill levels! (Please see age restrictions below.)

$229.00 (Includes Lunch)

Join Sidney Galpern of Simi Cakes for this fantastic foray into all things Isomalt! In this class you will learn the fundamentals of working with isomalt to create a beautiful undersea isomalt sculpture. (You have the choice of either one large or two smaller sculptures for Dynamic Duos.)

Isomalt is a sugar-free hard candy, that we can heat to pour into molds, pull to sculpt with, or use for blown sugar techniques.  It is slightly sweet, and holds up better than sugar to humid environments.

We will be covering a wide variety of topics in this hands-on workshop, including casting into molds, pulling and hand sculpting, blown isomalt bubbles, abstract isomalt techniques and accents, structure, stability, safety, coloring, flavoring, painting, impressioning, overcoming humidity, and MORE as each student assembles a unique under the sea themed sculpture.  You will leave this class with a strong isomalt knowledge base to recreate these techniques in your own kitchen right away.  

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (14+ only as this is boiling hot liquid.)

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (You can make one large sculpture or two smaller sculptures.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge.

We provide all ingredients, supplies, equipment and tools required for use during each class. Aprons, recipes, pens and stools will be provided. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear CLOSED TOED comfortable shoes (e.g. sneakers/runners/flats) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Mother's Day Chocolate Mousse Fruit-Fetti Chiffon Cake
May
11

Mother's Day Chocolate Mousse Fruit-Fetti Chiffon Cake

Mother's Day Chocolate Mousse Fruit-Fetti Chiffon Cake

Saturday, May 11, 2024 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM

$199.00 (Includes Lunch)

Join Angela McEllin for a fun filled day creating this Designer Chiffon Cake filled with layers of Vanilla Bean and Fruit infused White Chocolate Mousse and studded with a selection of fresh fruit ‘confetti’ a wonderful addition to any special occasion and just in time for Mother’s Day! You will have a selection of designs and flavors to choose from, so you can customize your cake to suit your own tastes. We’ll start the class by piping our designs and baking our cake layers. While the cakes are cooling we’ll create a selection of flavors of delicious Callebaut White Chocolate Mousse layers with dotted with layers of fresh fruit and a hidden crunch layer.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples/Roommates

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Mother's Day Flower Bouquet Royal Icing Cookie Class
May
5

Mother's Day Flower Bouquet Royal Icing Cookie Class

Mother’s Day Flower Bouquet Royal Icing Cookie Class

Sunday, May 5, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM

$179.00

How beautiful are these Mother’s Day Flower Bouquet Cookies? Join local Sugar Artist Doshia Freeman from Sweet Trade Bakery for an adorable hands-on masterclass in Royal Icing. You’ll receive a selection of freshly baked cookies and learn the secrets to mixing and coloring the perfect consistency Royal Icing for outlining and flooding your delicious Mother’s Day cookies! You’ll learn to outline, flood, create puffy texture, use piping tips to create petals and centers, use airbrush colors, edible markers and over piping.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, if you want to fly solo, we won’t put you with some random stranger!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Under the Sea Isomalt Sculpture Class with Sidney Galpern
Apr
21

Under the Sea Isomalt Sculpture Class with Sidney Galpern

Under the Sea Isomalt Sculpture Class with Blown Bubbles

Sunday, April 21, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM This class is suitable for all skill levels! (Please see age restrictions below.)

$229.00 (Includes Lunch)

Join Sidney Galpern of Simi Cakes for this fantastic foray into all things Isomalt! In this class you will learn the fundamentals of working with isomalt to create a beautiful undersea isomalt sculpture. (You have the choice of either one large or two smaller sculptures for Dynamic Duos.)

Isomalt is a sugar-free hard candy, that we can heat to pour into molds, pull to sculpt with, or use for blown sugar techniques.  It is slightly sweet, and holds up better than sugar to humid environments.

We will be covering a wide variety of topics in this hands-on workshop, including casting into molds, pulling and hand sculpting, blown isomalt bubbles, abstract isomalt techniques and accents, structure, stability, safety, coloring, flavoring, painting, impressioning, overcoming humidity, and MORE as each student assembles a unique under the sea themed sculpture.  You will leave this class with a strong isomalt knowledge base to recreate these techniques in your own kitchen right away.  

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (14+ only as this is boiling hot liquid.)

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (You can make one large sculpture or two smaller sculptures.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge.

We provide all ingredients, supplies, equipment and tools required for use during each class. Aprons, recipes, pens and stools will be provided. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear CLOSED TOED comfortable shoes (e.g. sneakers/runners/flats) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Limoncello Gateaux SOLD OUT!
Apr
14

Limoncello Gateaux SOLD OUT!

Limoncello Gateaux

Sunday, April 14, 2024 | 10:00AM - 3:30PM

$199.00 (Includes Lunch)

Join Angela McEllin on a fun filled day recreating the flavors of Positano’s delicious Limoncello Liquor…the best part, you won’t need your passport for this virtual voyage to the Amalfi Coast to enjoy the zesty Limoncello in cake form. You’ll create:

    • A deliciously light lemon zest sponge cake leveled and torted and

    • drizzled with a Boozy Limoncello Syrup and filled with a

    • Homemade Limoncello Curd swirl and covered

    • in a delicious Limoncello Italian frosting

    • drizzled with more Limoncello Curd

    • and topped with Candied Lemon Slices

You’ll learn how to decorate the side of your cake with a frosting comb too!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (This is a full day class and more suited to older children or younger children 8+ with a real interest in baking. The cake can be made without actual Limoncello if you prefer.)

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two people sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day.

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

This is a full-day class, please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Petit Fours
Apr
6

Petit Fours

Petit Fours

Saturday, April 6, 2024 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM (Includes Lunch)

$249.00

Petit Fours prove good things come in small, and delicious, packages. Join Mary Storey for a fun day learning how to bake perfectly level sponge cakes, fill with a delicious jam and buttercream plus you’ll also create pourable fondant in your choice of flavors and colors. Top your little bundles of yum with handmade sugar flowers and chocolate drizzle. These beauties are sure to thrill at any event. Best of all, you’ll bring home everything you make in cute boxes ready for gifting!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (This is a full day class and more suited to older children or younger children 8+ with a real interest in baking. The cake can be made without actual Limoncello if you prefer.)

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two people sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day.

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

This is a full-day class, please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Somebunny Loves You Royal Icing Cookies with Doshia Freeman
Mar
29

Somebunny Loves You Royal Icing Cookies with Doshia Freeman

Somebunny Loves You Royal Icing Cookies

Friday, March 29, 2024 | 10:00AM - 2:00PM

$179.00

How adorable are these Somebunny Loves You Cookies? Join local Sugar Artist Doshia Freeman from Sweet Trade Bakery for an adorable hands-on masterclass in Royal Icing. You’ll receive a selection of freshly baked cookies and learn the secrets to mixing and coloring the perfect consistency Royal Icing for outlining and flooding your delicious seasonal cookies! You’ll learn to outline, flood, create rough texture, Royal icing transfers, use airbrush colors, edible markers and over piping.

Perfect for your Easter centerpiece!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, if you want to fly solo, we won’t put you with some random stranger!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Spring Break Cake Pops
Mar
27

Spring Break Cake Pops

Simply Spring Cake Pops

Wednesday, March 27, 2024 | 10:00AM - 1:00PM

$169.00

Join Mary Storey for a fun morning creating these Simply Spring Cake Pops. In this hands-on class, you'll learn to temper and color chocolate and make and decorate these spring themed beauties. They are super fancy and a delicious touch to your holiday table.

We use only the best Belgian chocolate (Callebaut) and other ingredients to make these delightful treats. We’ll have a batch of our delicious cakes baked and cooled ready for mixing and shaping for you. During class you'll enjoy a taste of your instructor’s chocolaty goodness and you get to bring home all the cake pops you make to share with your friends and family!

These classes are all suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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I Pinch Back St Patrick's Day Royal Icing Cookie Class with Doshia Freeman
Mar
10

I Pinch Back St Patrick's Day Royal Icing Cookie Class with Doshia Freeman

I Pinch Back St Patrick’s Day Royal Icing Cookies

Sunday, March 10, 2024 | 3:00PM - 6:30PM

$179.00

How crabtivating are these St. Patrick’s Day Cookies? Join local Sugar Artist Doshia Freeman from Sweet Trade Bakery for an adorable hands-on masterclass in Royal Icing. You’ll receive a selection of freshly baked cookies and learn the secrets to mixing and coloring the perfect consistency Royal Icing for outlining and flooding your delicious seasonal cookies! You’ll learn to outline, flood, create puffy texture, Royal icing transfers, use airbrush colors, edible markers and over piping.

You better snap this class up if you don’t want to find yourself in a pinch come St. Patrick’s Day! I’m sorry, I really couldn’t resist. I’ll see myself out now.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, if you want to fly solo, we won’t put you with some random stranger!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Classic Red Velvet Cake
Feb
17

Classic Red Velvet Cake

Classic Red Velvet Cake

Saturday, February 17, 2024 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM (Includes Lunch)

$199.00

Layers and layers of luscious Red Velvet Cake made with Angela’s secret ingredient and filled with traditional Ermine Frosting and covered with the most amazingly tangy Cream Cheese Frosting and drizzled with a Boozy (or not) Syrup! Come along and learn to make the cake, filling, frosting, syrup and how to create the beautiful ombré watercolor designs on the top and sides and delicately glazed fresh fruit piled high- making this an elegant dessert fit for even the most sophisticated dinner party.

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child (This is a full day class, so more suited to older children or those with a keen interest in baking)

YES: Couples

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging too!

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Lemon, Coconut & Blackberry 'Bee My Honey' Entremets (V, GF)
Feb
10

Lemon, Coconut & Blackberry 'Bee My Honey' Entremets (V, GF)

Lemon, Coconut & Blackberry 'Bee My Honey' Entremets

Saturday, February 10, 2024 | 10:00AM - 3:00PM

$199.00 (Includes Lunch and Square Mold)

Buzz on over and learn to make these delightful ‘Bee My Honey’ Entremets. Filled with layers of Lemon Mousse and Blackberry & Honey Gelleé sitting atop a Coconut Sable Biscuit Base and encased in Callebaut White Chocolate, these entremets are unlike any you’ve had before…Angela actually created this flavor combination from scratch (well, to scratch a craving itch really, but still, they are simply divine!) You’ll start by creating your Blackberry & Honey Gelleé*, and while that is setting, you’ll make and bake the Coconut Sable Biscuit Base and create your Callebaut White Chocolate cases. Next, we’ll make and decorate the adorable Bee decorations from white modeling chocolate. Finally, we’ll make the Lemon Mousse and assemble the entremets. Best of all, you’ll get to eat Angela’s entremets so you can bring home all of our little beauties to share with your friends and family.

*Vegetarian and Gluten Free options available.

This is a perfect class to do as a Dynamic Duo/Friend’s Day Out!

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two people sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day.

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.

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Spring Themed Swiss Rolls
Jan
28

Spring Themed Swiss Rolls

Spring Patterned Swiss Rolls

Sunday, January 28, 2024 | 3:00PM - 6:00PM

$159.00

Put a little spring in your step and make TWO of the prettiest Swiss Rolls to add to your dessert lineup. You’ll learn how to color & pipe designs (Polka Dots/Stripes/Butterflies/Flowers/Watercolor mix…the choice is yours- and the possibilities are endless once you know how) before making a delicate chiffon sponge cake. After the cake is done baking, you will learn how to make a classic lemon curd & mascarpone mousse filling (that you can then flavor with coconut, berry or any other spring flavors that might come to mind) after the cake has cooled Keri will then teach you all the tricks you’ll need to roll up the perfect Swiss roll. 

This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:

YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child

YES: Couples (live in the same household)

YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally, but there is always enough!)

*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)

We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.

Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F. 

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