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  Introduction to Cake Decorating
   

In this entry level class Bonnie will teach the fundamentals of cake decorating. Students will learn how to use fondant to cover cakes and make decorations. They will be introduced to a wide range of decorating tools, skills and techniques including piping and how to create decorations using royal icing.

Students will also learn about colour, how to make mini cakes, how to do floodwork, and how to paint on cakes.

Level:     Beginner
Format:    Demo & Hands-On
Duration:  5 classes, one class per week

Dates & Times:
Monday Evenings
January 30 – March 6
6:30pm – 9:30pm

March Break 5 Day Course!
Monday March 13 – Friday March 17, 2006
1:00pm – 4:00pm

(Please note that the classes skip February 13)

  Download a registration form by selecting the SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS button that you can print, fill-in and mail with your payment.

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Intermediate Cake Decorating & Design
   

The intermediate class is designed for individuals who have already completed Bonnie's introductory class. This 5-week course will build on students' cake decorating skills and introduce such topics as brush embroidery, gum paste flowers, level II piping skills and lace appliqué.

Students will also learn about designing custom cakes, how to assemble multi-tiered cakes, as well as the delivery and setup of celebration cakes. All tools and materials will be provided, however, students are encouraged to bring their own decorating tools.

 

Level:     Intermediate
Format:    Demo & Hands-On
Duration:  5 classes, one class per week

Dates & Times:
Sunday Afternoons
January 30 – March 6
12:30pm – 4:30pm

(Please note that the classes skip February 12)

  Download a registration form by selecting the SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS button that you can print, fill-in and mail with your payment.

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Baking & Buttercream
   

Interested in learning how to create high-end scrumptious cakes & buttercreams from a pastry chef? This one-day workshop is perfect for you.

Guest teacher: Lesia Kohut, LPK’s Culinary Groove

Level:     Beginner
Format:    Demo Only

Dates & Times:
Saturday January 14, 2006 11:00am – 4:00pm or;
Saturday February 4, 2006 11:00am – 4:00pm or;
Saturday March 25, 2006 11:00am – 4:00pm

Download a registration form by selecting the SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS button that you can print, fill-in and mail with your payment.

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A Passion for Chocolate…
   
 

Get ready to immerse yourself in chocolate with our incredible guest teacher Lesia Kohut.

During this fabulous 5 hour demontration Lesia will cover:

  • the properties of chocolate;
  • how to temper chocolate;
  • how to produce handmade truffles through the use of various techniques (moulding, piping, hand-dipping);
  • how to create handmade chocolate decorations and;
  • how to prepare and use modelling chocolate.

This is a sinfully delicious demo that is packed full of great information and professional techniques for anyone who LOVES chocolate!

Guest teacher: Lesia Kohut, LPK’s Culinary Groove

 
 

Level:     All
Format:  Demo

Dates & Times:
Sunday February 12, 2006 12:00pm – 5:00pm
OR
Sunday March 12, 2006 12:00pm – 5:00pm
  Download a registration form by selecting the SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS button that you can print, fill-in and mail with your payment.

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Demystifying Bonnie Gordon Cakes: Ruffles & Bows Cake (Intermediate)
   

Learn the processes and techniques behind Bonnie’s stunning Ruffles & Bows Cake. This is the cake that is featured in the Anniversary Issue of Wedding Bells magazine! Students will take home their own Ruffles and Bows Cake.

Level:     Intermediate
Format:    Demo & Hands-On

Dates & Times:
Saturday, January 28 2006
10:00am – 4:30pm (½h break @ 1pm)

Download a registration form by selecting the SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS button that you can print, fill-in and mail with your payment.

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Demystifying Bonnie Gordon Cakes: Whimsical Garden (Advanced)
   

Enter a world of picket fences and enchanted gardens filled with faeries in this one day workshop where Bonnie will teach you how to create your very own Whimsical Garden cake.

Tools used in this workshop will be available for purchase through the School of Cake Decorating & Design.

Level:     Advanced
Format:    Demo & Hands-On

Dates & Times:
Saturday, February 18 2006
10:00am – 4:30pm (½h break @ 1pm)

Download a registration form by selecting the SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS button that you can print, fill-in and mail with your payment.

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Demystifying Bonnie Gordon Cakes: White Hydrangea (Advanced)
   

Bonnie’s exclusive Hydrangea cake is one of her most popular designs. Join her as she shares her secrets in creating this romantic and beautifully classic cake.

This two-day workshop will show you how to make your own White Hydrangea cake complete with a flower-filled sugar vase. Students will bring home their own White Hydrangea Cake.
 

Level:     Advanced
Format:    Demo & Hands-On
Tools/Equipment: You will need to bring/buy tools and/or equipment for this class. This information will be provided in your registration package.

The estimated cost for a complete set of tools/equipment is $50.00 that you may purchase through the School of Cake Decorating and Design.

Dates & Times:
Saturday February 25 & March 4, 2006
10:00am – 4:30pm (½h break @ 1pm)

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What to Bring:
Please bring an apron to every class/workshop in which you participate. Most classes/workshops include all of the tools that you need. However, there are some classes that require participants to buy or bring specific tools. This information is provided in the class/workshop description as well as the registration package that you will receive once you are registered. Supplies will also be available for purchase.

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Location:
 Classes & workshops will be held in Bonnie’s midtown Toronto studio. Your registration package will provide a map and driving directions.

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Registration:
 Download a registration form by selecting the ‘SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS’ button that you can print, fill-in and mail with your payment to:

Bonnie Gordon Cakes
8 Gilgorm Road,
Toronto, ON
M5N 2M5.

Unfortunately, all classes are limited in number to ensure that every participant receives individualized attention from Bonnie.

All classes/workshops will be filled on a first-come first-served basis. Should interest levels exceed our registration capacity for any class, we will make every effort to schedule another class at a different time. If such a change occurs, we will notify you of this update and will make certain that anyone who was unable to register for the original class will be registered in priority sequence for the next one. We cannot guarantee that sending your registration form and payment will ensure your place. If a class has to be cancelled, your payment will be refunded in full.

If you cannot make it to the class/workshop for which you have registered, you may send someone in your place. We cannot, however, refund your money if you cannot attend.

Some classes will require additional tools/equipment. Once you have successfully registered for a class, you will receive a registration package that outlines what you need.

  

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