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Explore the delectable world of confectionery with our comprehensive course! From mastering the art of candy crafting to perfecting baked goods and frozen desserts, delve into chocolate artistry while prioritizing food safety and sanitation. Unlock your sweet-making potential with expert guidance and hands-on practice. Join us today and embark on a journey of culinary creativity!

Join us for a Magical Christmas filled with festive joy and wonder! Step into our enchanting Winter Wonderland and enjoy an afternoon of holiday magic with your family. The day will be filled with: Live music from the talented September Project, filling the air with Christmas cheer. A special visit from Father Christmas in his magical grotto, where children can share their holiday wishes. Delicious treats like mince pies, mulled wine, and hot chocolate to warm your hearts. Storytime with Mrs. Claus, where she will share heart warming Christmas tales by the fireplace. A Mini Christmas Market offering unique handcrafted gifts and fun craft activities for all ages. Plus, don’t miss the chance to enter our Christmas Raffle for a chance to win some fantastic festive prizes! We will be holding 2 sessions: 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm. This magical event is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends. We can’t wait to see you there and make some Christmas memories together! *We are aware this is an expensive time of year so we have reduced the children's tickets from £15 each to £10 each after the first 2 children*

*** Don't Spend More; Spend Smart*** Life Just Got Better This Summer! Save Up To £5,206 and get Hard Copy + PDF Certificates + Transcript + Student ID Card + e-Learning App as a Gift - Enrol Now Tired of browsing and searching for a Pastry course you are looking for? Can't find the complete Pastry package that fulfils all your needs? Then don't worry as you have just found the solution. Take a minute and look through this 14-in-1 extensive Pastry bundle that has everything you need to succeed in Pastry and other relevant fields! After surveying thousands of learners just like you and considering their valuable feedback, this all-in-one Pastry bundle has been designed by industry experts. We prioritised what learners were looking for in a complete Pastry package and developed this in-demand Pastry course that will enhance your skills and prepare you for the competitive Pastry job market. Also, our Pastry experts are available for answering your queries on Pastry and help you along your learning journey. Advanced audio-visual learning modules of these Pastry courses are broken down into little chunks so that you can learn Pastry at your own pace without being overwhelmed by too much material at once. Furthermore, to help you showcase your expertise in Pastry, we have prepared a special gift of 1 hardcopy certificate and 1 PDF certificate for the title course completely free of cost. These Pastry certificates will enhance your credibility and encourage possible employers to pick you over the rest. This Pastry Bundle Consists of the following Premium courses: Course 01: Artisan Pastry & Desserts Course 02: Sourdough Breads & Pastries Mastery Course 03: Introduction to Baking Course 04: Bake a Layer Cake Course 05: Sophisticated Baking and Cake Decorating Level 2 Course 06: New York Cheesecake Course 07: Baking & Cake Decorating Online Diploma Course Course 08: Complete Communication Skills Master Class for Life Course 09: Chocolate Making Course 10: 7 Traditional Swedish Cookies Course 11: French Croissant Steps and Secrets Course Course 12: Food Allergen Awareness Course 13: Food Hygiene Level 2 Diploma Course 14: Basic Food Photography Benefits you'll get choosing Apex Learning for this Pastry: Pay once and get lifetime access to 14 CPD courses Free e-Learning App for engaging reading materials & helpful assistance Certificates, student ID for the title course included in a one-time fee Free up your time - don't waste time and money travelling for classes Accessible, informative modules designed by expert instructors Learn at your ease - anytime, from anywhere Study the course from your computer, tablet or mobile device CPD accredited course - improve the chance of gaining professional skills Gain valuable knowledge without leaving your home How will I get my Certificate? After successfully completing the Pastry course, you will be able to order your CPD Accredited Certificates (PDF + Hard Copy) as proof of your achievement. PDF Certificate: Free (For The Title Course) Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course) The bundle incorporates basic to advanced level skills to shed some light on your way and boost your career. Hence, you can strengthen your Pastry expertise and essential knowledge, which will assist you in reaching your goal. Moreover, you can learn from any place in your own time without travelling for classes. Course Curriculum Course 01: Artisan Pastry & Desserts Course Introduction Welcome to the Artisan Pastry & Desserts Course Make Your Sourdough Starter Chocolate Brownies Chocolate Brownies Recipe Introduction & Ingredients Melting your Chocolate & Butter Mixture Chocolate Batter Mix Bake your Brownies! Chocolate Brownie Conclusion Apple Tart - Pate Sablee Apple Tart Recipe Introduction & Ingredients Pâte Sablée Dough Mix Bake Your Pâte Sablée Peeling & Cutting your Apples Creating your Purée Preparing your Apple Slices Tart Assembly Apple Tart Conclusion Doughnuts - Chocolate & Cinnamon Doughnuts Recipe Introduction & Ingredients Doughnut Dough Mix Stretch & Folds Dough Preparation Fry Your Doughnuts Prepare Your Toppings Artisan Doughnut Conclusion Stroopwafels Stroopwafels Recipe Introduction & Ingredients Stroopwafel Dough Mix Stretch & Folds Shape Your Waffles Cooking Your Waffles Let's Make Syrup! Stroopwafel assembly & Conclusion Cinnamon Rolls Cinnamon Rolls Recipe Introduction & Ingredients Cinnamon Rolls Dough Mix Stretch & folds Cinnamon Roll Dough Preparation Prepare Your Icing Bake Your Cinnamon Rolls Conclusion Tarte Tatin - Puff Pastry Tarte Tatin Recipe Introduction & Ingredients Puff Pastry Dough Mix Stretch & Folds dss Shape Your Dough Create a Beurrage Dough & Butter Folds Peeling & Cutting your Apples Let's Make Caramel! Bake Your Tarte Tarte Tatin Conclusion Bonus Section: Sourdough & Beyond! The Final Lesson Course 02: Sourdough Breads & Pastries Mastery Course Introduction Make Your Own Sourdough Starter With Just 2 Ingredients How To Make Bagels (Sourdough) How To Make Your First Beginer Sourdough Bread How To Make Rye Bread (Sourdough) How To Make Rustic Baguettes How To Make Crossants (Sourdough) Course Conclusion Course 03: Introduction to Baking Introduction to Baking Welcome to the Course Reading a Recipe Mise en Place Choosing Ingredients Equipment Toolkit Special Notes for High Altitude What is a Butter Cake- History of Butter Cakes Important Considerations for Butter Cakes Creaming Method- Almond Butter Cake Reverse Creaming Method- Vanilla Butter Cake What is an Oil Based Cake- History of Oil Based Cakes Important Considerations for Oil Cakes Blended Method- Chocolate Olive Oil Cake Blended Method- Carrot Cake What is a Sponge Cake- History of Sponge Cakes Sponge Cake Mise en Place American Sponge Cakes American Sponge Method- Classic American Sponge European Sponge Cakes European Sponge Method- Genoise What is Simple Syrup Simple Syrup Method Thank You! Course 04: Bake a Layer Cake Section 01: Introduction Section 02: Before starting to bake Section 03: Cake Base preparation Section 04: Assemble the cake AND 10 MORE COURSES !!! CPD 140 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Anyone from any background can enrol in this bundle. Requirements Our course is fully compatible with PCs, Macs, laptops, tablets and Smartphone devices. Career path Having this Pastry expertise will increase the value of your CV and open you up to multiple job sectors. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included

About Course The Ideal Pastry Baking Course to Start Mastering Desserts - Bake Chocolate Brownies, Doughnuts, Tart Pastries & More Learn the art of baking delicious pastries and desserts with this comprehensive course taught by French Artisan Baker Marceau Dauboin. This course is perfect for beginners of all skill levels, and covers everything you need to know to get started, from the basics of baking to more advanced techniques. You will learn how to make a variety of classic pastries and desserts, including: Chocolate Brownies Apple Tart (Pâte Sablée) Doughnuts (Chocolate & Cinnamon) Stroopwafels Cinnamon Rolls Tarte Tatin (Puff Pastry) All recipes can be made with either traditional rising agents or your own sourdough starter, which you will learn how to make from scratch. The course also includes a free e-book containing all of the pastry recipes, ingredients, and instructions for quick and easy reference. All baking temperatures and measurements are provided in both metric and imperial units. Whether you are a complete beginner or simply want to improve your baking skills, this course is the perfect way to learn how to make delicious pastries and desserts at home. Enroll today and start your baking journey! Target Audience: Beginners of all skill levels who are interested in learning how to bake delicious pastries and desserts Benefits: Learn from a French Artisan Baker with over 900 successful students Learn both traditional and sourdough baking techniques Receive a free e-book containing all of the pastry recipes, ingredients, and instructions All baking temperatures and measurements are provided in both metric and imperial units Enroll today and start your baking journey! What Will You Learn? How to bake your favorite Pastries & Desserts from the comfort of your own home How to easily create and maintain a powerful Sourdough Starter completely from scratch Learn & Master how to use Sourdough Starter in Pastry & Desserts The techniques used to develop Perfect Tart Baking Success Chocolate Brownies - Apple Tart - Doughnuts Stroopwafels - Cinnamon Rolls - Tarte Tatin Course Content Course Introduction Course Introduction Sourdough Starter Introduction Make Your Sourdough Starter From Scratch Chocolate Brownies Chocolate Brownie - Introduction Chocolate Brownie - Melting Chocolate _ Butter Chocolate Brownie - Batter Mix Chocolate Brownie - Bake Your Brownies Chocolate Brownie - Conclusion Apple Tart - Pâte Sablée Apple Tart - Introduction Apple Tart - Pate Sablee Dough Mix Apple Tart - Bake Your Pate Sablee Apple Tart - Peeling _ Cutting your Apples Apple Tart - Creating your Puree Apple Tart - Preparing your Apple Slices Apple Tart - Tarte Assembly Apple Tart - Bake Your Tart Apple Tart - Apple Tart Conclusion Doughnuts - Chocolate & Cinnamon Doughnuts - Introduction Doughnuts - Doughnut Dough Mix Doughnuts - Stretch _ Folds Doughnuts - Doughnut Dough Preparation Doughnuts - Fry Your Doughnuts Doughnuts - Doughnut Toppings Doughnuts - Artisan Doughnut Conclusion Stroopwafels Stroopwafel - Introduction Stroopwafel - Stroopwafel Dough Mix Stroopwafel - Stretch _ Folds Stroopwafel - Shape Your Waffles Stroopwafel - Cooking your Waffles Stroopwafel - Lets make Syrup! Stroopwafel - Stroopwafel assembly _ Conclusion Cinnamon Rolls Cinnamon Roll - Introduction Cinnamon Roll - Cinnamon Roll Dough Mix Cinnamon Roll - Stretch _ Folds Cinnamon Roll - Cinnamon Roll Dough Preparation Cinnamon Rolls - Prepare Your Icing Cinnamon Rolls - Bake Your Cinnamon Rolls Conclusion Tarte Tatin - Puff Pastry Tarte Tatin - Introduction Tarte Tatin - Puff Pastry Dough Mix Tarte Tatin - Stretch _ Folds Tarte Tatin - Dough Shaping Tarte Tatin - Create a Beurrage Tarte Tatin - Dough _ Butter Folds Tarte Tatin - Peeling _ Cutting your Apples Tarte Tatin - Making Your Caramel Tarte Tatin - Bake Your Tart Tarte Tatin - Tarte Tatin Conclusion Bonus Section: Sourdough & Beyond! Pastry _ Desserts Course Conclusion A course by Marceau Dauboin RequirementsAccess to Baking Ingredients & KitchenwareAccess to an Oven & FridgeAccess to a Clean Work Surface Audience Complete beginners looking to take their first steps in their Artisan Baking Journey Sourdough enthusiasts looking to discover exciting new recipes Intermediate bakers looking to explore pastries & desserts Audience Complete beginners looking to take their first steps in their Artisan Baking Journey Sourdough enthusiasts looking to discover exciting new recipes Intermediate bakers looking to explore pastries & desserts

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What you'll learn Become creative with interesting flavor and texture combinations. Practice basic kitchen techniques such as separating eggs, weighing with a digital scale, and proper knife handling. Make a wide variety of fillings for cakes. Prepare fruit puree without any special or expensive equipment. Understand the basics of chocolate and how that plays in to making fillings. Properly handle and store different types of cake fillings. Gain access to downloadable guides and recipes. Understand different types of thickeners and the role they play in making fillings. Fill cakes three different ways for maximum appeal. Requirements This course is great for beginners. No prior knowledge of making fillings for cake required. An electric mixer, stand or hand, will be useful for completing all of the techniques in this course. A candy thermometer and digital kitchen scale are necessary along with some other basic kitchen tools. Who this course is for: Anyone who wants to learn how to make a wide variety of fillings. Complete beginners who have never made cake fillings from scratch. Business owners looking to add a wider variety to their menu. Home bakers searching for a large resource of techniques and recipes to add to their repertoire. Anyone looking for tested and reliable recipes that are very versatile. Introduction Welcome! 00:02:00 A Lesson in Chocolate 00:07:00 Getting Prepared Introduction to Equipment 00:03:00 Equipment Checklist 00:01:00 A Variety of Flavor 00:06:00 Mise en Place 00:02:00 Thickeners Welcome to Thickeners 00:01:00 Gelatin 00:04:00 A Guide to Using Gelatin 00:01:00 Eggs as Thickeners 00:02:00 A Guide to Eggs in Cake Fillings 00:01:00 Starch Thickeners 00:02:00 A Guide to Starch Thickeners 00:01:00 Fruit Fillings Get Started with Fruit Fillings 00:03:00 Apple Compote Method 00:09:00 Compote Guide 00:01:00 Blackberry ClearJel Method 00:04:00 Instant ClearJel Guide 00:01:00 Curd Curd Overview 00:03:00 Lemon Rosemary Curd Method 00:11:00 Curd Guide 00:01:00 Pastry Cream Pastry Cream Introduction 00:03:00 Basic Pastry Cream Method 00:10:00 Chocolate Pastry Cream Method 00:02:00 Mousseline Cream Method 00:03:00 Diplomat Cream Method 00:04:00 Pastry Cream Guide 00:01:00 Cremeux Cremeux Overview 00:02:00 Dark Chocolate Cremeux Method 00:06:00 How to Make Fruit Puree 00:06:00 Strawberry Basil Cremeux Method 00:05:00 Cremeux Guide 00:01:00 Mousse An Introduction to Mousse 00:03:00 Peanut Butter Mousse Method 00:13:00 Mousse Guide 00:01:00 Caramel Welcome to Caramel 00:03:00 Caramel Method 00:09:00 Caramel Recipe 00:01:00 Crunchy Fillings Crunchy Fillings Introduction 00:03:00 Praline Pecan Method 00:04:00 Chocolate Streusel Method 00:09:00 Crunchy Fillings Recipes 00:01:00 Extra Fillings Even More Fillings 00:01:00 German Chocolate Filling Method 00:06:00 Vegan Chocolate Ganache Method 00:04:00 Sugar Free Whipped Filling Method 00:02:00 Extra Filling Recipes 00:01:00 How to Fill a Cake Option 1 00:13:00 Option 2 00:10:00 Option 3 00:03:00 Conclusion Thank You! 00:02:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam - The Complete Guide to Cake Fillings 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam - The Complete Guide to Cake Fillings 00:20:00

Our Cosmeti-Craft Workshops are a great way of learning a new skill and having some fun making your own cosmetics. Children from age 5 upwards can have fun learning about colours and smells while older children experience a more detailed tutorial on the uses and effects of cosmetic ingredients.

Our Cosmeti-Craft Workshops are a great way of learning a new skill and having some fun making your own cosmetics. Children from age 5 upwards can have fun learning about colours and smells while older children experience a more detailed tutorial on the uses and effects of cosmetic ingredients.

Imagine the smell of freshly baked chocolate brownies travelling through your kitchen or the taste of a warm, gooey cinnamon roll on a cold winter day. With this Artisan Pastry & Desserts - Essential Beginner Baking course, you'll learn how to make all your favourite pastries and desserts. From classic chocolate brownies to more unique creations like stroopwafels and tarte tatin, you can make them all. This comprehensive guide is tailor-made for those taking their first steps in the enchanting world of baking. So you don't have to worry about a thing! The Artisan Pastry & Desserts course kickstarts with an engaging introduction. It is then followed by a journey through the magic of flavours and textures found in classic confections like chocolate brownies, apple tart using Pate Sablee, and doughnuts with the duo of chocolate and cinnamon. Turn ordinary moments into extraordinary celebrations with our step-by-step guide to crafting authentic Stroopwafels and cinnamon rolls. We provide expert tips, clear instructions, and supportive guidance, helping you transform simple ingredients into culinary masterpieces. Master the art of creating the delectable Tarte Tatin with puff pastry, ensuring you never run out of delightful dessert ideas for any occasion. The Artisan Pastry & Desserts course doesn't end there. As a bonus, delve into the heart of artisan baking with our special section on 'Sourdough & Beyond!' Here, you'll learn how to bake with the tangy, earthy flavours of sourdough, exploring techniques that take your baking prowess to the next level. Embark on this sweet journey with us, and let your creativity rise like perfectly leavened dough! Enrol now and start creating delightful desserts that will amaze your friends and family. Learning Outcome:Upon completion of the Artisan Pastry & Desserts course, you will be able to: Understand the fundamentals of baking, including techniques and ingredient functions.Master the preparation of classic desserts like chocolate brownies and apple tarts.Learn to craft doughnuts with chocolate and cinnamon flavour profiles.Gain proficiency in baking Dutch Stroopwafels and homemade cinnamon rolls.Develop skills to make a tantalising Tarte Tatin using puff pastry.Understand the science behind making and maintaining a sourdough starter.Learn to bake using sourdough for a range of breads and pastries.Enhance creativity and confidence in the kitchen with a focus on artisan pastries. Who is this course for?This Artisan Pastry & Desserts course is perfect for: Absolute beginners with a passion for baking.Home cooks looking to expand their dessert repertoire.Aspiring bakers seeking to understand the science of baking.Food enthusiasts interested in artisan pastry-making.Individuals planning to start their own home baking business. Career PathCompleting this Artisan Pastry & Desserts - Essential Beginner Baking course could pave the way for various baking-related careers in the UK. You could start as a pastry chef or baker in restaurants, bakeries, or hotels, leveraging your skills to create delightful pastries and desserts. Alternatively, you might also consider establishing your own artisan bakery or a home-based baking business. With increasing consumer interest in homemade, artisanal goods, your specialised skills could help you carve a niche in the UK's flourishing bakery industry. How is the course assessed? To successfully complete the course you must pass an automated, multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is delivered through our online learning platform. You will receive the results of your assessment immediately upon completion. Will I receive a certificate of completion? Upon successful completion, you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised certification and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £9 and Hardcopy Certificate for £15. Why study this course The course will be very useful for all types of learners. Whether you are an absolute beginner or a professional the course will enhance your expertise and boost your skills to make the perfect mouth watering desserts. You will also get an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge. Artisan Pastry & Desserts - Essential Beginner Baking Course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16. Course Curriculum Course Introduction Welcome to the Artisan Pastry & Desserts Course 00:02:00 Make Your Sourdough Starter 00:02:00 Chocolate Brownies Chocolate Brownies Recipe Introduction & Ingredients 00:01:00 Melting your Chocolate & Butter Mixture 00:02:00 Chocolate Batter Mix 00:02:00 Bake your Brownies! 00:01:00 Chocolate Brownie Conclusion 00:01:00 Apple Tart - Pate Sablee Apple Tart Recipe Introduction & Ingredients 00:02:00 Pâte Sablée Dough Mix 00:02:00 Bake Your Pâte Sablée 00:02:00 Peeling & Cutting your Apples 00:02:00 Creating your Purée 00:01:00 Preparing your Apple Slices 00:02:00 Tart Assembly 00:01:00 Apple Tart Conclusion 00:01:00 Doughnuts - Chocolate & Cinnamon Doughnuts Recipe Introduction & Ingredients 00:01:00 Doughnut Dough Mix 00:01:00 Stretch & Folds 00:02:00 Dough Preparation 00:02:00 Fry Your Doughnuts 00:02:00 Prepare Your Toppings 00:02:00 Artisan Doughnut Conclusion 00:01:00 Stroopwafels Stroopwafels Recipe Introduction & Ingredients 00:01:00 Stroopwafel Dough Mix 00:01:00 Stretch & Folds 00:01:00 Shape Your Waffles 00:03:00 Cooking Your Waffles 00:01:00 Let's Make Syrup! 00:02:00 Stroopwafel assembly & Conclusion 00:02:00 Cinnamon Rolls Cinnamon Rolls Recipe Introduction & Ingredients 00:01:00 Cinnamon Rolls Dough Mix 00:02:00 Stretch & folds 00:02:00 Cinnamon Roll Dough Preparation 00:03:00 Prepare Your Icing 00:01:00 Bake Your Cinnamon Rolls Conclusion 00:01:00 Tarte Tatin - Puff Pastry Tarte Tatin Recipe Introduction & Ingredients 00:02:00 Puff Pastry Dough Mix 00:01:00 Stretch & Folds dss 00:01:00 Shape Your Dough 00:02:00 Create a Beurrage 00:02:00 Dough & Butter Folds 00:04:00 Peeling & Cutting your Apples 00:02:00 Let's Make Caramel! 00:01:00 Bake Your Tarte 00:02:00 Tarte Tatin Conclusion 00:01:00 Bonus Section: Sourdough & Beyond! The Final Lesson 00:01:00

Our Cosmeti-Craft Workshops are a great way of learning a new skill and having some fun making your own cosmetics. Children from age 5 upwards can have fun learning about colours and smells while older children experience a more detailed tutorial on the uses and effects of cosmetic ingredients.