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Pastry Essentials: Science of Lamination

Set off on a culinary journey exploring the intricate science of lamination. From mastering almond cream to perfecting folding techniques, sharpen your pastry skills with hands-on practice. Enjoy creating treats like Apple Turnovers and a Fresh Fruit Bar Tart, showcasing the perfect fusion of science and flavor.

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  • 12 and older
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  • 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
  • 4 hours

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Class Description

Description

Master the principles and advanced techniques required for working with laminated doughs, a cornerstone of professional pastry-making. Throughout this hands-on workshop, you will learn to create a rich, deeply flavored almond cream filling, refine your knife skills with precision cuts, and prepare a complementary fruit compote. You will explore the essential secrets of rolling and folding laminated dough with flour and proper technique to achieve the perfect texture and layers, along with professional glazing methods that provide an elegant finish.

Through intensive hands-on practice, you will bake and taste delicious pastries, including apple turnovers and a fresh fruit bar tart, demonstrating your mastery of lamination techniques and pastry-making fundamentals. This immersive class combines scientific understanding, refined technique, and the pleasure of creating exceptionally delicious treats.

Important preparation and safety information:

All necessary supplies and materials are provided. These classes are hands-on, interactive experiences, so please dress appropriately for the kitchen environment. We recommend wearing casual clothing that you do not mind getting dusted with flour and sugar, along with flat, comfortable shoes that provide good support and traction. Open-toed shoes, sandals, and flip-flops are not recommended for safety reasons when working in an active kitchen. Long hair should be securely tied back to prevent accidental contact with work surfaces and equipment.

School Notes: Please note, if you require a gluten free option for your baking class, you must alert the school in advance and there will be a +$15 fee applied for each gluten free substitute which will be collected directly by the school. Please contact them or CourseHorse to arrange this.

Refund Policy

Classes are not eligible for refunds, however classes are transferable.

  • Students may reschedule their class to an alternative date up to 4 business days prior to the class date for in-person classes.
  • All deposits & fees are forfeited for no shows.
  • We do not provide make-up classes.

The school reserve the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment up to 48 hours before the class date. The school reserve the right to change class schedules. If for any reason the school should cancel a class, a full refund will be offered to the student. However, we do not accept responsibility for any other expenses incurred such as hotel or airline cancellation penalties.

Cancellations or changes can be made through email at [email protected]. Please be sure to include the full name of the registered student, and class registration confirmation.

If a class is cancelled due to inclement weather, or other circumstance beyond our control (facility issues, power outages, etc.), we will contact you with as much advanced notice as possible by email or telephone, and issue you a refund to the original form of payment. We will make every effort to run the class as long as it is safe to do so. If we make the decision to run a class during inclement weather and you make the decision not to come, you will not be able to get a refund, we will offer only a credit for future use.

Credits are valid for a 12 month period of time.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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NY Cake Academy

NY Cake Academy, founded by renowned cake decorator Joan Mansour over 25 years ago, has evolved into a premier one-stop-shop in Manhattan for all baking needs. With a 5,000 square foot store, it offers a vast array of supplies, runs a cake decorating school, and is recognized for its excellence in the industry, earning accolades from ZAGAT and the New York Press.

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