CLASS TYPE / FORMAT / COST - Celebrity Chef / Demonstration / $40

INSTRUCTOR(S) - Carole Bloom

DATE & TIME - Nov 11 / 7:00 p.m.

DESCRIPTION - Join Carole Bloom, pastry chef and author of the new book Bite-Size Desserts. Petite desserts are perfect for parties and the holiday season, and in this session, she’ll make some of these delicious bite-sized gems while  sharing her tips and techniques.

Carole Bloom studied pastry and confectionary arts in Paris and London, has worked in five-star hotels and restaurants around the world, and has taught for over 30 years. With so much experience—and with chocolate as one of her specialties—it’s no surprise that she’s the author of nine dessert cookbooks, including Bite-Size Desserts; The Essential Baker; Truffles, Candies, and Confections; and Chocolate Lover’s Cookbook for Dummies. In addition to her books, Carole’s recipes and articles have been featured in Bon Appétit, Gourmet, Food & Wine, Fine Cooking, Epicurious.com, and other publications. Her television appearances include the Today Show, Better Homes and Gardens, and CNN.

MENU - Wicked Brownie Bites (intensely flavored brownies bursting with deep, dark chocolate); Venetian Almond Tartlets (classic sweet pastry dough with a scrumptious and creamy almond filling and topped with whole almonds); Almond Buttercrunch Toffee (rich, buttery, crunchy toffee topped with bittersweet chocolate and toasted almonds); Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Bittersweet Chocolate Ganache Frosting (a spectacular flavor combination you won’t want to miss).