Cake 101: Baking and Decorating with Oksana
Cake 101: Baking and Decorating with Oksana
Sunday, June 14th at 1pm
This will be hands-on cake masterclass where we will create a beautiful Mango Passionfruit Cake from start to finish. This class is perfect for both beginners and experienced bakers who want to improve their decorating skills and learn new professional techniques. You will learn how to make soft sponge layers, delicious mango-passionfruit filling, and perfectly balanced cream. During the class, we will focus on flawless ganache covering using a special recipe that gives a smooth, sharp finish. You will also learn professional techniques for achieving perfectly straight sides and clean edges. We will create an elegant floral cream composition, learning how to pipe realistic flowers and arrange them beautifully on the cake. In addition, you will work with fondant and wafer paper, discovering how to make delicate decorative elements and stylish details. You will also learn the basics of colour mixing, how to create beautiful custom shades, and how to combine colours harmoniously for modern cake designs.
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Class Terms & Conditions
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Refund Policy
Up to 14 days before the class date:
We will issue a Class Gift Voucher of the full value of the class for future registration in another class.
Within 14 days of the class date:
No refunds or credits will be issued for cancellations less than 14 days before the class date. You are welcome to send someone in your place.
If it is necessary for us to cancel a class, we will issue a full refundor offer an exchange for another class. By purchasing a class online, in the store or via the phone, you automatically agree to the aforementioned terms and conditions.
Age Restrictions
Classes are open to all ages. Children must be 12 years or older to attend class without a parent or guardian. Anyone under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, both the child and parent/guardian must have a purchased seat.
Allergen Information
We cannot guarantee the absence of any allergens in our kitchen, on our work spaces or tools.
If you have a severe allergy, please use your judgement if you feel safe to attend. You are welcome to participate, take notes, learn some new skills and take your food home for others to enjoy! Eating food is done at your own discretion.
FAQ
- What if I can't make it? We do not offer refunds, exchanges or credits, but you can transfer your seat to a friend!
- Can I take extra food home? Yes! Bring your own container from home if you think you will have leftovers. We will not provide take-home containers.
- Do I need to bring anything? Most of the time, no! Skills classes may require you to bring your favourite tool and will be noted in the class info. Otherwise, you are not required to bring anything. We will provide all cooking tools, food, recipe and a pen for notes.
- Can I record the class? No. There is no recording permitted during the class, however reference photos can be taken!
Other Terms & Conditions
Photographs and video may be taken in class to be used for promotional content on our social media platforms, newsletters, website, advertisements or other distributions for Vinca's Kitchen, please inform us if you prefer not to be in any photographs or videos.
About the Chef
Oksana is a cake artist from Ukraine with 15 years of cake making experience. Baking is her passion as it is an outlet of her artistry and a testament to her tenacity. Oksana works closely on every detail of her projects to make sure that every one of her customers' expectations are met while aiming to conceive, create and offer a contemporary, intricate and elegant cake design. At the end of the day, Oksana believes that your cake should not ony be beautiful, but also delicious.
While she often finds inspiration through browsing social media, traveling to new destinations, and discovering unique flavor combinations, Oksana's greatest source of inspiration is ALL OF YOU