Wondering how any and all of you got started doing cake. Did you take Wilton classes and expand your knowledge from there or are you self taught? Did you start as a n00b in a bakery and learned all you could before getting out on your own? Or is there some path I have yet to learn about? How far do you think you can go with the Wilton classes? Is it necessary to supplement your education somehow if you want to have your own shop(other than the business aspects)?
So many questions, so little time. TIA!!!
LorenzoRed
I took Wilton's courses I and II in 1982 ... 25 years ago. From that point on, it was experience that taught me. Then I discovered cake central a couple years ago and would say I learned more in these two years than doing it all by myself! Bravo to cakecentral.com!
I have taken Wilton 1 to get the basics. Most everything else I have learned has come from CC, either in an article or the forums!
I went to Johnson and Wales for Pastry Arts. I spent $40,000 for an associates degree and was clueless when I came out. Ok that is a bit harsh on J&W, I did learn some very cool things but the classes were overloaded to really truly get a hands on experience. I try to immerse myself in learning new things from anywhere I can. I have worked in multiple bakeries (which I think is beneficial to get different recipes, techniques, tips, etc...) and have taken some Wilton classes. My next step is to try and take a gumpaste class and a floral arrangement class, along with some business classes at a local community college so I can start up my wedding cake business. Any one else go to JWU? Wondering what others thought of the school.
I am currently taking Wilton 3. I am also taking culinary arts classes. This is quite a change from my former professional life, lol!
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