The Spanish Pâtisserie of Oriol Balaguer - FULL
October 7 - 9, 2008 (1pm - 8pm)
$925
Professional
Oriol Blaguer
In this brand new class with an exclusive appearance by Chef Oriol Balaguer, you will learn the art of Spanish pâtisserie according to the vision of this accomplished and widely-recognized chef. In this three-day hands-on course, you will make a wide variety of pastries including gateaux, plated desserts, artistic chocolate showpieces, and chocolate bonbons. Chef Balaguer will expose you to the latest techniques in plated desserts, his philosophy in developing “concept cakes,” the technology behind chocolate showpieces, as well as the technology of bonbons. He will also share with you the important symbiosis between pastry and cuisine.
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Inspired by his father, himself a pastry chef and chocolatier, Balaguer discovered his passion for pastry at a young age. His extensive professional experience includes seven years as the pastry chef at el Bulli in Spain. In 2002, Balaguer opened his own pastry and confectionary studio where he produces two unique collections every year. His numerous awards include the Award for Professional of the Year in 2006, Best Gastronomy Website in Spain in 2005, Best Pastry Chef in Catalonia in 2003, Best Dessert in the World in 2001, Best Book in the World in 2000, and Best Spanish Restaurant Pastry Chef in 1997.
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