American chef, Julia Child once said, "A party without a cake is really just a meeting."
How many of you can relate to that?
We sure love the taste, the sight and the sense of satisfaction whenever we see a good cake.
Wouldn't it be nice if we could bake our favourite cake or bread, whenever we want?
In this article, we will review the places and platforms that you can consider to begin your baking journey.
Places To Enrol Your Kids For Beginner's Baking Lessons
Thinking of starting your kids early for a fun and immersive baking experience? We got you covered.
Here are three places where you can enrol them to learn the basics of baking and start baking a variety of pastries based on simple recipes.
Good Times DIY Baking Studio
One good thing about learning with Good Times is that it runs across three different locations: MyTown Kuala Lumpur, Paradigm Mall in Petaling Jaya as well as Paradigm Mall in Johor Bahru.
There is a wide range of baking lessons that accommodate different levels from easy, intermediate, advanced and specialised baking menus.
For easy levels, parents can accompany kids from the age of 2 to 12 to bake some of the following pastries:
- Hokkaido Vanilla Cupcakes
- Chocolate Chip Banana Muffin
- Eggless Chocolate Cupcakes
- Nutella Tarts
- Lemon Cakes
Specialised baking menus include pinata cakes, geode cakes and a series of breads such as sausage bun and coffee bun.
You can check out the lesson duration, lesson price and availability via their website.
Smart Junior Chef
Established in 2014 and located in Puchong, Smart Junior Chef is a haven for kids to experience independent and hands-on cooking and baking.
Your kids can either enrol in weekly baking lessons or fun holiday camps to master basic baking techniques and familiarise themselves with various baking tools and ingredients.
Do watch out for special themed mouthwatering pastries to bake each month.
For example, during festive seasons like the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration, students will also be taught to bake CNY-themed cupcakes, egg tarts and cookies.
At the end of the baking class activities, you can be certain that your kids will be an all-rounder. They'll know how to bake cookies, cakes, bread and other desserts too.
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ABC Cooking Studio
At ABC Cooking Studio, you can enrol your children on the kids course (from age 4 to 8) programme.
There will be four students in a class and students will take 6 lessons (valid for 12 months).
Currently, the ABC Cooking Studio have two locations: Pavilion Elite KL and the Gardens Mall. You can drop by from 10 am to 10 pm to inquire more about their kids courses.
In the meantime, don't forget to check out these benefits of baking as your kids kickstart their baking learning journey.
Reliable Channels/Platforms To Learn Baking Online
For our fellow homies who prefer to enjoy some solo baking time, you can learn how to bake through various online platforms too.
There are plenty of engaging and interactive video tutorials to guide you through the basics of baking.
Here are three for you to begin with.
Georgia's Cakes [Youtube]
This YouTube channel covers a series of playlists ranging from baking basics, cake decorating, cake designs and top baking hacks for bakers with different learning levels and needs.
Here are some of the baked creations that you can learn (with step-by-step guidance):
- How To Make The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies
- How To Make Lemon Drizzle Cake
- How To Make Eggless Banana Muffin
- How To Make A Pavlova
- How To Make Hot Cross Buns
Perfect for bakers who prefer a bite-sized, friendly and less formal online learning format.
How To Bake Like A Pro [MasterClass]
If you prefer to learn a systematic and assorted lesson from different bakers, this online program is for you.
In this MasterClass, you will take lessons from four experienced instructors on the following topics.
- Baking Tips To Live By (Instructor: Joanne Chang)
- Tools of The Trade (Instructor: Apollonia Poilâne)
- The Foundations of A Perfect Pie (Instructor: Thomas Keller)
- Pro Tips For Cookies (Instructor: Joanna Chang)
- The Keys To Cake Aesthetics (Instructor: Dominique Ansel)
Apart from gaining access to the video tutorials, you will also be sent baking notes and resources for each lesson via email when you sign up for this MasterClass.
Baking 101: The Basics of Baking- Cookies, Muffins and Cakes [Skillshare]
For absolute beginners who want to have a direct, straightforward basic baking course from A to Z, you should consider enrolling in this baking course from Skillshare.
The instructor of this course is Shubranshu Bhandoh, a pastry chef who previously trained at Le Cordon Bleu, one of the most prestigious culinary institutions in the world.
Having said that, this online course has a total of 16 lessons and introduces learners to a series of comprehensive recipes for baked goods.
It also serves as a good refresher baking course for those who have basic baking skills and want to take their baking skills to the next level.
Pursue Baking As A Professional Career At These Local Academies
As someone passionate about all things pastry, you might be considering a professional career as a baker or pastry chef one day.
This is where hardcore training comes in.
Think about it. You will gain more confidence and credibility as a baker when you get to hone your skills under the guidance of experienced pastry chefs and taught and graded under a comprehensive baking curriculum too.
Here are three baking schools where you can specialise in a baking programme at the tertiary level.
1)Le Cordon Bleu Malaysia
The first on our list is none other than Le Cordon Bleu Malaysia.
Located at Sunway University, it offers a wide range of programmes for those who love baking. This baking academy has separate programmes under Pastry and Confectionery and also Bakery, Danish Pastries & Artisan Breads.
Under the Pastry and Confectionery programme, students can obtain the Diplôme de Pâtisserie which covers three certificates: Basic Pâtisserie Certificate, Intermediate Pâtisserie Certificate and Superior Pâtisserie Certificate.
The training period is 9 months plus 3 months of industry placement.
Learners who are passionate about breadmaking can register for the Diplôme de Boulangerie which covers two certificates: A Basic Breadmaking Certificate and an Advanced Bread Making Certificate.
The training period is also 9 months plus 3 months of industry placement.
2)Malaysia Institute of Baking (MIB)
At MIB, baking enthusiasts can register for the Diploma in Baking Science & Technology programme.
This programme incorporates a blend of theoretical and practical skills in baking as well as knowledge of the latest baking technology and entrepreneurship trends.
Upon graduation, you would be well equipped to start your own business to sell specialised local kuih-muihs or cakes.
The duration of this programme is 2.5 years (full time including industrial placement) . Furthermore, it is a MQA accredited programme which means students are eligible to apply for PTPTN as a financial fund.
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3) YTL International College of Hotel Management
If you love learning in a buzzing atmosphere in the hospitality industry, you should certainly consider learning baking with YTL.
Students will receive two certifications upon completion, namely the Diploma in Pastry and Bakery and the Swiss International Hospitality Certificate in Culinary Arts.
The syllabus covers Pastry & Bakery Core subjects and also a range of marketing subjects.
The duration of the programme is 2 years and 3 months and it is also MQA accredited.
Mastering Cake Decoration As A Niche & Fun Skill
There are many reasons why bakeries evoke a sense of satisfaction and pleasantness to both the bakers and also to the customers.
While we know of many people who love shopping for their favourite pastries daily, some enjoy "cake window shopping" to admire the cake decorations too.
Let's be honest. Before it goes to your tummy, it needs to be visually appealing. That is why we see many pastry chefs coming out with creative cake decorating designs through different techniques.
Don't be surprised that there are many specialised cake decorating courses that you can take, in person and also online these days.
Some of the things that you can expect to learn through the courses are fundamental techniques in decorating, piping and colouring to make beautiful flower patterns, swirls and even wordings.
You can perform your magic on different types of cakes including multiple-tier wedding cakes, cupcakes, piping jelly cakes, and also floral cakes.
Depending on your passion, you can take a single cake-decorating course separately or take it after you have mastered baking other pastries.
Also, it's important to note that you don't necessarily need to master cake decoration as part of your baking career. This could be something that you can enjoy as a leisure activity, with your beloved family.
Take Flexible Baking Classes With A Superprof Tutor
We hope by now, you're excited by these sweet suggestions. If you're still unsure if it's worth your time and effort to commit to a serious baking lesson, we highly suggest you to try it out with a Superprof tutor!
At Superprof, you can arrange your own learning sessions with your chosen tutors. You could enjoy one-to-one lessons at your own home or even online.
The best part, most Superprof tutors offer their first lesson for free! You can then feel less pressured and decide before committing to a series of baking lessons.
Not only that, you can personalise your learning experience under the guidance of your tutor, whether you prefer to bake bread, cakes or even cookies.
That way, you can have a comprehensive and detailed baking lesson as a beginner.
All you need to do is start browsing the tutors' profiles and learn baking at your pace today!
Oh, and don't forget to bring your self-baked cake to the party!
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