Bite-Sized Workshops at Essence of Cake
At Essence of Cake, we believe baking should be as fun as it is delicious! That’s why we host a variety of events and workshops suitable for all ages.
Join our workshops, whether you’re an adult or an under-16, and dive into a hands-on learning experience that’s packed with fun! You’ll gain practical skills and have a great time doing it.
Our Saturday workshops come in bite-sized chunks, ideal for both novices and seasoned cake decorators eager to refine their craft. Each session is hands-on, so you’ll leave with a new baking prowess!
Starting from just £30 (plus a booking fee), you can check out our popular workshops and dates listed below. If you have a specific skill or topic in mind that you don’t see here, just let us know! We can also organise workshops during the week.
Please remember: all our workshops are non-refundable, though you might be able to reschedule depending on the workshop you choose.
Cupcake Decorating Workshops for Under 16s (60 mins)
Calling all mini bakers! Our under-16s workshops are back for the holidays, starting at 10:30am!
Kids get to explore the fun of cupcake decorating with buttercream piping and fondant magic. They’ll each decorate 2 cupcakes to take home, making it a hands-on, enjoyable session with skills they'll use again and again.
The whole experience costs just £24 per child, with all materials included. If your youngsters are ready to get creative or refine their skills, sign them up through the link below (a booking fee applies).
Note: For our 3-5 year olds, an adult must stay with them for support, and there’s no extra fee for the adult. Spaces are limited to 5 children per session.
Next dates available:
- tbc
Decorating a Semi-Naked Cake Workshop (90 mins)
In this exciting new workshop you will learn tips and tricks to create a smooth buttercream finished cake to a real 8" sponge cake, with a piped border and fruit/flower decorations. These techniques will turn-up the volume on any cake you bake and add that extra bit of finesse.
The cost is only £35 (buttercream, fruits and flowers are provided).
NB. If you are not able to bake your own cake, Essence of Cake can supply one at an additional cost of £10.
Locations: Croydon, Portsmouth
The next dates available are:
- TBC
Covering a Cake in Fondant (90 mins)
Ready to make your cakes look like a million bucks? Join us to master the art of covering an 8" dummy cake in fondant – no experience necessary! This fun, hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners and will kickstart your cake decorating adventure. It’s just £30, and you can get your spot on one of our upcoming dates. (Materials aren’t included, but we’ve got everything you need right here!)
Locations: Croydon, Portsmouth
The next dates available are:
- TBC
Grab our video tutorial for just £10 and enjoy unlimited access! 🎬✨
Cupcake Decorating Workshop (120 mins)
Get ready for a cupcake extravaganza in our exciting new workshop! You’ll learn how to jazz up six scrumptious cupcakes with buttercream piping and fondant artistry. Each cupcake will teach you a fresh technique to dazzle on your next baking adventure.
For just £65, we’ll provide everything you need, including the cupcakes!
Locations: Croydon, Portsmouth
The next dates available are:
- TBC
