Master the Basics – How to Ganache and Sharp Edges 6th April 2024

Name: Master the Basics – How to Ganache and Sharp Edges 6th April 2024
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

Do you struggle making ganache and getting that perfect sharp edge on your cakes?

The perfect Cake decorating class for beginners or those who wish to perfect their cake decorating skills

A full day cake decorating class where Carol will teach you how to ganache and get those super sharp edges on your cakes.

Please read the description for more information

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Description

A full day cake decorating class where Carol will teach you how to ganache and get those super sharp edges on your cakes, at her studio in Stilton.

What you will learn….

You will be shown how to make chocolate ganache and talk through how to fix split ganache

How to fill and ganache a real sponge cake

Practice your sharp edges on a round dummy cake

How to cover a square cake and achieve sharp edges (working on a dummy cake)

Cover the cake with Sugarpaste to achieve a smooth professional finish and Carol’s signature sharp edges.

Try out different techniques/effects using Sugarpaste.

If time permits, make some simple sugar flowers to adorn your perfect sharp edged cake.

As well as lots of hints and tips from Carol

All ingredients, tools & equipment will be provided as well as refreshments & Lunch.

You will be provided with ganache recipes so you can take home.

You will also get to take the dummy and real cake home in boxes.

To Book: We ask for a £80 deposit and then the remaining balance to be paid 1 month before the class.

If you would like to make full payment or pay in instalments please contact us directly.

This cake decorating class has a maximum number of 4 students, so that Carol can guarantee individual attention if required and for students to ask plenty of questions.

No previous cake experience is required for this cake decorating class.

Class timings 9.30am – 4.30pm. Please be aware that the class may over run.

**Please note** that classes are non-refundable. Please see Terms and Conditions for our Cancellation Policy.

See more Cake decorating and sugarcraft classes that Carol offers please see HERE

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Product Reviews

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Lovely words from other happy customers

    
 
 
        
   barbara marling 
 10 June 2024
 
 
  Spent a very useful Saturday at a Master the Basics Class by Cakes by Carol in Peterborough. Working with Carol and 3 other (much) more skilled ladies I managed to learn how to properly place and smooth fondant icing using the sharp edge smoother and even my efforts looked really sharp! 😀 now to practice.
  
 
       
   Kay Gilligan 
 6 January 2024
 
 
  I hesitated for far too long before finally booking a course with Carol ‘Master the basics’. Wish I had took the plunge sooner, the sharp edge smoother is an absolute game changer whether you’re a professional or a hobby baker like me. Carol made me feel very welcome, at ease and she also has the patience of a saint! So knowledgeable, no question was left unanswered, it was a real pleasure to have finally met her and learn from one of the best! Thank you Carol for sharing your skills.
  
 
       
   G S 
 12 December 2023
 
 
  Carol created our wedding cake and it was stunning. The colours and toppers were exactly what we had wished for, and the flavours were very tasty. She also made gluten-free cupcakes which went down very well with our coeliac guests.

The only criticism I have is that communication was often difficult (my emails not being replied to and me having to follow them up, for example), but nevertheless the final result looked wonderful.
  
 
       
   Tom Brown 
 8 October 2023
 
 
  I experienced a course taught by Carol and what can I say, but wow! Worth every penny!
She had the patients of a saint and was very focused in meeting all of the group’s individual needs. It’s rare for someone to be willing to share so much knowledge, even more than what was advertised on her site.
Definitely worth investing in her courses whether a hobby baker or a professional as there was so much to learn.
What made it even better, is that Carol herself is a normal down to earth person and a laugh to be around.

If anything, I was going to score her low just because I’m jealous of her cakes.
  
 
       
   Amanda Roberts 
 24 July 2023
 
 
  Recently bought Carol's cake smoother and 16 inch plates. I have only practiced a little bit with it, but wow what a difference it has made. Hopefully I will soon update you with a picture but it is amazing on first try. I also couldn't believe how quick it arrived and was packaged so well. Thank you Carol
  
 
       
   sharon hughes 
 5 April 2023
 
 
  I recently joined and I’m absolutely thrilled with all the resources available being a member especially the tutorials. I also love the fact that all the other members help you out too . Highly recommend for all you cake makes
  
 
       
   Katie Hanlon-Marlow 
 29 January 2023
 
 
  Sampling Carol's cakes was without a doubt my now Husband's favourite part of wedding planning! It has always been our dream to have Penguins on the top of our wedding cake and Carol not only made this a reality but made a truly stunning cake. Eating Carol's delicious cake was certainly a wedding highlight for us and all of our guests! We loved our cake topper so much it is now sitting proudly in a display case at home!
  
 
       
   Lisa “Bunty” Agboh 
 29 November 2022
 
 
  I have purchased a few items from Carol, including her fantastic sharp edge smoother, which is a game changer for  cake makers of any level. Whether hobby or pro this tool is an essential part of my kit.
  
 
       
   Neliswa Kumalo 
 25 November 2022
 
 
  I bought wedding cake and Christmas cake tutorial with Carol. Oh I'm learning a lot and when you have a  problem she's there to help. I'm in South Africa but I feel  like she's close to me, because I can hear clearly and understand what she's saying.

She shows you step by step what to do, I'm a beginner but with her I know for sure I will go far with baking.
  
 
       
   Marian Johnson 
 23 November 2022
 
 
  I bought Carol’s Sharp Edge smoother and what a game changer! A bit of practice watching her video and I’ve saved so much time covering my cakes! We’ll worth purchasing!!