Cake Decorating Class - Mirror Glaze

Learn how to make a mirror glaze for dazzling cakes in Hatfield.


Academy Of Cake Decorating
Academy Of Cake Decorating
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3.5 hours Class size 2 to 4 guests       £165 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Step into the world of haute patisserie and unlock the secrets behind high-gloss, ultra-reflective mirror glazes. In this hands-on, 3.5-hour masterclass, Chef Ribana will guide you through the precision techniques, temperature controls, and delicate finishing methods required to create patisserie-counter masterpieces.
Whether you are an ambitious beginner or a passionate baker refining your skills, you will work with professional silicone moulds, temper high-shine glazes without air bubbles, and craft both individual mono-portions and a full-size centrepiece dessert.
What You'll Learn & Do
Mousse & Ganache Science: Understand flavour layering, texture balance, and how to build desserts properly for freezing and glazing.
Flawless Mirror Glaze: Mix, colour, and temperature-control professional glazes to achieve a smooth, ultra-glossy finish free of air bubbles.
4 Mono-Portion Desserts: Glaze, lift, and decorate 4 individual patisserie desserts in various contemporary geometric shapes.
6-Inch Showstopper Entremet: Glaze and finish a full-sized 6" layered entremet (expertly pre-made and deep-frozen in advance to ensure crisp edges and structural perfection).
Chef-Level Finishing: Master clean board transfers, contemporary garnishes, chocolate accents, and professional dessert photo staging.
What's Included
3.5 hours of dedicated, step-by-step tuition in our fully equipped studio
All premium ingredients (Belgian chocolate, fruit purées, professional gelatins and colours)
Use of professional patisserie tools, aprons, and silicone moulds
Luxury presentation boxes and cake boards for safe transport
Full access to our downloadable e-booklet with tested recipes, glaze temperature charts, and supplier recommendations
Complimentary artisan tea, coffee, and refreshments
What You'll Take Home
1 x 6-Inch Mirror-Glazed Entremet Cake (fully decorated in a luxury presentation box)
4 x Decorated Mono-Portion Desserts (in a protective display box)
Over £75+ in retail-value luxury patisserie to share with family and friends!
Studio Information
Doors open 15 minutes prior to start time to allow for a prompt beginning.
Aprons and packaging materials are fully provided; just bring your enthusiasm!Step into the world of haute patisserie and unlock the secrets behind high-gloss, ultra-reflective mirror glazes. In this hands-on, 3.5-hour masterclass, Chef Ribana will guide you through the precision techniques, temperature controls, and delicate finishing methods required to create patisserie-counter masterpieces.
Whether you are an ambitious beginner or a passionate baker refining your skills, you will work with professional silicone moulds, temper high-shine glazes without air bubbles, and craft both individual mono-portions and a full-size centrepiece dessert.
What You'll Learn & Do
Mousse & Ganache Science: Understand flavour layering, texture balance, and how to build desserts properly for freezing and glazing.
Flawless Mirror Glaze: Mix, colour, and temperature-control professional glazes to achieve a smooth, ultra-glossy finish free of air bubbles.
4 Mono-Portion Desserts: Glaze, lift, and decorate 4 individual patisserie desserts in various contemporary geometric shapes.
6-Inch Showstopper Entremet: Glaze and finish a full-sized 6" layered entremet (expertly pre-made and deep-frozen in advance to ensure crisp edges and structural perfection).
Chef-Level Finishing: Master clean board transfers, contemporary garnishes, chocolate accents, and professional dessert photo staging.
What's Included
3.5 hours of dedicated, step-by-step tuition in our fully equipped studio
All premium ingredients (Belgian chocolate, fruit purées, professional gelatins and colours)
Use of professional patisserie tools, aprons, and silicone moulds
Luxury presentation boxes and cake boards for safe transport
Full access to our downloadable e-booklet with tested recipes, glaze temperature charts, and supplier recommendations
Complimentary artisan tea, coffee, and refreshments
What You'll Take Home
1 x 6-Inch Mirror-Glazed Entremet Cake (fully decorated in a luxury presentation box)
4 x Decorated Mono-Portion Desserts (in a protective display box)
Over £75+ in retail-value luxury patisserie to share with family and friends!
Studio Information
Doors open 10 minutes prior to the start time to ensure a prompt start.
Aprons and packaging materials are fully provided; just bring your enthusiasm!
What you'll get
  • All ingredients, consumables, equipment, tools and packaging needed for the class will be provided.
  • Refreshments will be available for free throughout the day (tea, coffee, biscuits).
  • You will get access to an e-document containing the recipes of products made and used during the class.
  • You will take home your four mono potions of desserts.
Knowledge required
We welcome all skill levels, including beginners who want to learn how to decorate a cake in mirror glaze and intermediates who want to brush up their skills and achieve a flawless finishing on mirror glazed cakes.
What to bring
All-inclusive workshop
Location

Unit 1 and 2, Academy of Cake Decorating - Fiddlebridge Industrial Centre, Lemsford Rd, Hatfield AL10 0DE

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Academy Of Cake Decorating
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Unleash your cake-decorating creativity and discover a fulfilling new hobby! The Academy of Cake Decorating offers fun, hands-on courses designed to help you master delightful new skills. Whether you're a beginner or looking to take your baking to the next level, our expert instructors, led by award-winning pastry chef Ribana Cristescu, will share their secrets and inspire you to create edible masterpieces.
Why Choose the Academy of Cake Decorating?
Expert guidance: Learn from Ribana and her team, combining a passion for teaching with a wealth of pastry and sugarcraft experience.
Inspiring Environment: Our welcoming, fully-equipped classrooms provide the perfect space for your creative journey.
Community of fellow bakers: Connect with other enthusiasts, sharing tips and celebrating your successes.
Transform your love of baking into something truly special. Browse our courses on ClassBento and embark on a sweet adventure today!

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