LONDON’S LEADING SCHOOL OF BAKING, CAKE DESIGN & SUGAR CRAFT www.peggyporschen.com/academy
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elcome to The Peggy Porschen Academy, a place where cake lovers from all over the world get together to learn, share and enjoy the art of making exquisite cakes, cookies and confectionery! Headed by award-winning cake designer to the stars, Peggy Porschen, the Academy is London’s first cookery school entirely dedicated to baking, sugar craft skills and contemporary cake design. Following the tremendous success of her best-selling books coupled with the continued trend for baking and cake decorating, Peggy has designed a fun and educational curriculum for beginners and experienced cake decorators alike. Courses are perfect for those who would like to gain insight into both the technical mastery of a true professional as well as the skills and commercial knowledge developed over the past decade, which have set Peggy Porschen apart as a leading cake designer in the UK and internationally.
Location & State-of-the-art Facilities Situated just across the road from The Peggy Porschen Parlour in London’s fashionable Belgravia, the Academy is nestled among the chic boutiques of Elizabeth Street. The Academy boasts an intimate state-ofthe-art teaching kitchen with a professional-grade oven and a granite bench top – a definite must in any patisserie kitchen. Students have the benefit of working at their own workstation, which includes all tools and equipment and a personal Kitchen Aid mixer. Teaching Standards The Peggy Porschen Academy is a culmination of Peggy’s training, expertise, talent and creativity. Students are taught Peggy’s unique techniques, as well as encouraged to develop their own skills and style. Hands-on, Intimate Classes With classes limited to eight students (six on diploma modules), we ensure that each student receives individual attention, guidance and support throughout the learning process. Each student has access to their own tools and equipment and makes all of the set recipes on their own or in pairs. Nevertheless, we also promote teamwork and working as part of a group with like-minded individuals, which helps to foster professional relationships with fellow cake makers from the UK and abroad. Our Tutors
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Peggy has personally taught the team at The Peggy Porschen Academy, and each tutor has worked using her techniques for a number of years. Under Peggy’s guidance, the team has acquired extensive experience in making cakes, sugar flowers and cookies and decorating in the style that has become synonymous with the Peggy Porschen brand. Peggy’s style has been practised, perfected and developed into a technique that she aims to share with each Academy student.
‘I cannot thank Peggy and her staff enough for the very professional and enjoyable classes. Each module is hands on, specialised and in depth. The Academy has transformed the way I bake and decorate. Any potential student would benefit greatly from the state-of-the-art facilities, expert knowledge and professional tutors. I look forward to returning for some day classes!’ Gareth, Grand Diploma
Grand Diploma
For those wishing to complete the Peggy Porschen Grand Diploma of Professional Cake Design & Sugar Craft to kick start a career in cakes, Peggy has created a comprehensive curriculum which takes students through a series of consecutive baking and cake decorating courses. Here students will cover everything from the basics of baking, to show stopping icing and decorating techniques for wedding and celebration cakes. Each individual module spans several days providing in-depth training and hands-on tutorials, based on professional techniques used in Peggy’s kitchen.
Diploma Modules The Grand Diploma consists of the following five Modules: Baking, Layering & Icing Cake Decorating Techniques Hand Crafted Sugar Flowers Tiered Wedding Cakes The Business of Wedding Cakes
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Upon successful completion of each module students will receive a Diploma Module Certificate. Students who successfully complete the full diploma cycle will be awarded the PPA Grand Diploma of Professional Cake Design & Sugar Craft.
‘Thank you for teaching me the best techniques and all I need for my own successful cake business’ Sophie, Grand Diploma
Master Classes
Peggy has personally created a comprehensive year-round curriculum with project-based and technique-lead courses and classes to suit a variety of proficiency levels; perfect for those who are looking for a fun and enriching day out whilst learning a new skill. The Peggy Porschen Master Class Programme offers something for everyone:
Baking & Layering Cakes Piping Techniques Sugar Flowers Cupcake Baking & Decorating Iced Cookies Miniature Cakes Wedding Cakes Seasonal Baking & Decorating Boutique Baking Each student will receive a Master Class certificate of attendance at the end of the course.
Private Tuition & Customised Workshops
If you would like to discuss a private tuition, a customised workshop or a corporate event at the academy, please contact the team to discuss your requirements.
Bake Ware & Sugar Craft Collection From cake tins and cake & cookie stencils to an array of flower cutters and veiners, all items are designed to Peggy’s exacting standards and are made of the highest food grade quality materials. Purchase in the Peggy Porschen Academy shop or order online at www.peggyporschen.com/shop. Peggy Porschen Books
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With a collection of nine books on baking, cake decorating & sugar craft selling over three quarters of a million copies to date, Peggy is widely known to have redefined the art of modern sugarcraft. Peggy’s first book Pretty Party Cakes won Peggy the award for ‘Best Entertaining Cookbook’ at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards, whilst Cakes in Bloom was awarded ‘Best Book’ at the Cake Masters Magazine Awards. Peggy’s books have been translated into nine different languages and UK editions are available at www.peggyporschen.com/shop.
‘I was afraid to pipe cookies until this course. Really happy! ’ Haya, Cookie Decorating Master Class
‘I spent a day at one of Peggy’s Master classes and had the most fantastic time creating gorgeous flower pot cakes. Peggy really is a master craftsman’ Sophie Conran Miniature Cakes Master Class
For further information about the Peggy Porschen Academy, courses and programmes, please visit our website. Course bookings can be made online, by email or over the phone. Peggy Porschen Academy 30 Elizabeth Street, London SW1W 9RB www.peggyporschen.com/academy E: academy@peggyporschen.com T: 020 7730 1316 Follow us on
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Lovely class, the tutor was absolutely excellent - very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Hannah, Drip Cake Master Class 8