Nov 13 5-8pm - Cake Basics 101

Cake Basics 101 Workshop NOVEMBER 13 | 3-Hour Hands-On Intensive $200 per person | Limited to 4 students per class Master the fundamentals of cake making in this intensive, hands-on workshop at Just Cakes! Whether you're a beginner looking to build your confidence or a home baker wanting to refine your skills, this class will take you through the essential techniques of creating a delicious, beautifully finished cake from scratch. In this 3-hour workshop, you'll learn how to prepare cake sponge, fillings, and buttercream from scratch, followed by the fundamentals of cake assembly and icing. With just four students per class, you'll receive personalized instruction, plenty of hands-on experience, and practical techniques you can recreate at home. What You'll Learn Hour 1 – Cake Baking Fundamentals • Understanding ingredients and their roles in cake baking • Preparing a cake sponge from scratch • Mixing methods, baking temperatures, and troubleshooting common mistakes • Tips for achieving a moist, evenly baked cake Hour 2 – Fillings & Buttercream • Preparing delicious cake fillings from scratch • Making buttercream and understanding the ideal consistency • Flavour combinations and balancing sweetness • Preparing your cake for assembly Hour 3 – Cake Assembly & Icing Basics • Torting and leveling cake layers • Filling and stacking cakes correctly • Crumb coating techniques • Buttercream application and basic smoothing • Tips for achieving a clean, professional finish What's Included • All ingredients, equipment, and tools • Step-by-step instruction from an experienced pastry chef • Hands-on experience preparing sponge, fillings, and buttercream • Cake assembly and icing practice • Recipes and techniques to recreate at home • Your finished cake to take home Workshop Details Dates: November 13, 5-8pm Duration: 3-hour intensive workshop Class Size: Maximum 4 students per session Location: JCB Warehouse, Unit 106 – 17957 55 Avenue, Surrey, BC Investment: $200 per person Limited to just 4 spots per class! Learn the techniques, understand the fundamentals, and build the confidence to create beautiful cakes from scratch. Whether you're baking for family, friends, or simply for the love of cake, this workshop will give you the foundation to take your baking to the next level.