**Note: This class, previously scheduled for 1/15/2026, has been moved to 2/18/2026
Join Chef Zola for a hands-on baking experience that will build your skills and confidence in the kitchen, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned home baker. Zola’s teaching style is all about making baking approachable and fun through clear instruction, food science insights, and a dash of humor. In this lively and interactive class, you’ll learn the foundations of Choux Pastry,the versatile dough behind beloved French treats like Cream Puffs and Eclairs. She’ll guide you step-by-step through each stage, from mixing and piping the choux dough to mastering the bake for a perfectly golden, crisp shell. You’ll discover tricks for getting the ideal rise and hollow center, ideal for filling with luscious creams. Then, you’ll prepare the classic Vanilla Diplomat Cream, learning important pastry cream techniques and how to fold in whipped cream for that signature airy texture. To finish, create a glossy Chocolate Ganache Glaze that elevates your pastries to a professional level. She’ll share tips for troubleshooting common pastry challenges, so you leave with practical knowledge and recipes you’ll be excited to recreate at home. Taste your fresh pastries in class and bring some home to share.
Complementary prosecco pairing.
