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The real rustic tart test
This week I had my first real test as to whether I improved my baking skills during my time at the San Francisco Baking Institute. I tried to reproduce both the rustic tarts and a modified fresh fruit tart at … Continue reading
Black Forest Cake with Cherry Cream and Cherry Compote
Remember this photo? I promised that I would get to the other two cakes : ) First, let me share with you the process of making and assembling the beautiful black forest cake on the left. The cake is layered … Continue reading
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The Peanut Butter Cup
I am home from San Francisco and am enjoying going back through my pastry text books. The peanut butter cup was one of my favorites to make. I love rich foods and sweet desserts….but this was ALMOST too sweet for … Continue reading
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Today, I became a pastry chef…
Baking these extraordinarily beautiful cakes today, I really felt like a pastry chef. Not only did the recipes turn out perfect, but I was able to decorate the cakes and present the cakes so beautifully that today I felt that … Continue reading
Ten lessons from Starter Bakery
I wrapped up my week at Starter Bakery by helping them with the Grand Lake Farmers Market in Oakland. I snapped this picture near the end of the market and after most of our product had been purchased. It really … Continue reading
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