We all remember the age old quote, “Give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” Replace “fish” with “cakes” and it will be smiles galore.
Given below is a list of baking classes compiled by Expat Choice you can join to learn this wonderful art form. There won’t be a need for those cake premixes anymore, as once you know your way around cakes and bakes, you’ll be more than adept at throwing a party with you as the star baker. And you never know, this might even be the start of a potential c(ake)areer for you. Image Credit: familyapp.com Video Credit: David Zayed(Tebuho)
Butter and Bake
If you’re looking for something more than just the conventional baking class, Butter and Bake will take care of you. Baking is a fun, creative and therapeutic activity which brings people together. B&B has been around for almost a decade and has been instrumental in conducting baking workshops, classes, baking parties and much more. So you don’t need to spend a fortune hiring a baker for your daughter’s birthday party. Baker Dad is going to be the hero this year. Get your baking skills up to date and have a fun evening with friends and family. Image Credit: Butter & Bake Facebook Page
Chantilly Culinary Studio
Baking is so much more than just getting your cakes out of the oven. A lot of effort and skill goes into decorating your perfectly baked confectionaries and making them look pretty. If you’re one of those who looks forward to developing these equally important skills, Chantilly Culinary Studio is the place for you. What’s more is that you can bring your kids along for a unique parent child baking workshop. Gear up for a baking class from scratch, and don’t worry about safety. CCS is more than particular about using child friendly equipment with proper supervision. So without much ado, call and sign up for your first family baking class today. Image Credit: Chantilly Culinary Studio Facebook Page
a. 21 Simon Rd, Singapore 545907
Baker’s Brew
“Bake the ice” with Baker’s Brew Studio’s interactive baking classes which range from novice to advanced. It doesn’t matter if you’re just starting out or have tons of experience under your chef’s hat, you will be able to hone your baking skills by experimenting on treats like artisanal breads, tarts,cakes and traditional kuehs. The best part about this is that you get to bring home your creation for a much awaited tasting session. You better be at your A game, for mommy dearest will be judging you as you work your way around the kitchen. Image Credit: Baker's Brew Studio Facebook Page
a. 246H Upper Thomson Rd, Singapore 574370
BakeFresh Studio
If there’s one thing better than visiting bakeries and indulging in perfectly baked goodies, it is learning how to make your own stash which serves as the perfect way to be independent and also develop a new skill. BakeFresh Studio was founded by the self taught baking trio of Jane, Brenda and Penny. Be it anything from party fruit tarts, Black Forest Cakes or 3D Jelly Cakes, they have everything you need to lay the perfect foundation to start your baking expeditions. Image Credit: Bakefresh Studio Facebook Page
a. 1 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #02-42, Singapore 082001
w. www.bakefresh.com.sg/category/baking-classes
BakinCalf
Dreams, no matter how far fetched they may seem, do come true. The story of BakinCalf founder/owner, Shinni is a befitting example. After quitting her day job as a senior account manager in 2010, she went on to pursue her long awaited dream of being a professional baker and has never looked back since. At BakinCalf, you can customize your cakes according to your preference, and leave the rest up to the best in the biz. The cakes coming out of the oven look too gorgeous to be eaten, but of course that’s not an option. Want to learn how to master the art from the masters? Go through the myriad of options they have on their website and prepare to drool away at the thumbnails. Hurry up to book your spot. They run out quickly! Image Credit: BakinCalf Baking Facebook Page
a. 257 Yishun Ring Rd, #09-1013 Block 257, Singapore 760257
Bake King
If you want to be the king of bakers, you gotta put in more effort than just learning how to whip up delicious cakes and pastries. Yes, baking is much more than that and the people at Bake King know exactly what it’s like. Sign up for a class at Bake King and you can actually go deep into the science of baking. They have extensive information on concepts like what makes a good cake and the importance of being as precise as one can be with ingredients. Moreover, you can convert a solo baking class into a family activity by getting your kid enrolled in one of their classes for kids. Come on! It’s bake o’clock. Image Credit: Bake King Facebook Page
a. Blk 10 Haig Rd, #01-363/365, Singapore 430010
RedMan Shop
What did you say? A homegrown baking brand that also offers baking classes apart from serving mouth watering treats? Yes, RedMan Shop is the place for that. They have classes for everything you’d hope for. We’re talking classes on 3D Jelly, different versions on hands on baking, cake decoration (which is equally important if not more) and a couple of online options too. You’ll really come out of the workshop with a lot under your belt. Make sure to call your friends over after a couple of test runs at home. Image Credit: Phoon Huat Pte Ltd Facebook Page
a. 1 Jelebu Rd, #01-33/34, Singapore 677743
Cakerholic - Closed
This one is for all the cakeaholics in the house. If you love baking, caking and everything to do with decorating, then this is definitely the place for you. As the name suggests, this is a cute little cakery with a diverse collection of gourmet cupcakes, cakes, cookies with several options for customization too. Located in the prime location of Joo Chiat, Cakerholic will certainly leave you craving for more. Psst. They have a few exciting holiday specials too. Image Credit: sallysbakingaddiction.com
a. 451 Joo Chiat Rd, #01-03 MOX@Katong Point, Singapore 427664
Creative Culinaire
At Creative Culinaire, you will be able to choose your favourite baking session according to the season. Yes, you read it right; they have classes for the Mid Autumn festival where you can learn how to bake rich and nutty mooncakes. Either that, or you can go for the classic evergreen option of baking different kinds of chocolate and bread. Image Credit: Creative Culinaire The School Facebook Page
a. 17 Eng Hoon St, Singapore 169767
w. www.creativeculinaire.com.sg
Palate Sensations
Book a class at Palate Sensations and go beyond baking your usual cakes, pastries and breads. Develop your baking skills with local favourites like kuehs and Asian pastries like Hokkaido cheesecake tarts, kueh lapis, ang koo kueh and kueh dadar gulung. Okay, the kitchen is humongous. A huge space covering approximately 2000 sq ft. big enough to house as many as 75 people on an ideal day welcomes guests for classes which last for 2-4 hours a day and are held 5 days a week. Your palate sensations will definitely be heightened once you finish your classes. Image Credit: Palate Sensations Culinary School Facebook Page
a. Chromos #01-03, 10 Biopolis Rd, Singapore 138670
Vanilla Bean SG
Ever wished that you could bake your own cake and decorate it such that it would turn out worthy enough to be put on Instagram? Well, if you still haven’t found the most suited option, look no further than Vanilla Bean SG. Prepare to have your jaw dropped at the sight of the picturesque 3D jelly art floral cakes and agar agar. The best way to learn a new skill is to start simple, have faith and build your skill gradually with consistency and dedication. Opt for the beginner classes, have patience and rest assured that you will learn how to bake the perfect cake. Those Instagram pictures will just be the icing on top. Image Credit: The Vanilla Bean SG Facebook Page
a. 767 Upper Serangoon Rd, #02-11, Spazio@Kovan 534635
Tott
Located at multiple locations around Singapore, Tott Store is renowned for taking care of all your baking related needs and more. Be it cooking, baking or even hosting, Tott Store knows it all. Trailblazing technology and equipment meets some of the most rich and creamy portions of desserts. We’re talking everything from chantilly savoiardi sandwiches, chocolate babka and estonian kringle cinnamon roll to delicious kueh bangkit and their very own decadent pineapple buttercream cake. Over and above this, you can even get all the cooking and baking equipment right here and we assure you that you’ll be more than satisfied with your purchase. Image Credit: taste of home
Gra Baking Academy
I’m not saying that anyone can ever get bored of baking cakes, but if you’re one of those rare ones and wish to try baking something else, then Gra Baking Academy is the place to be. Delicious golden brown artisan bread is what GBA specializes in. Some of their specialities include flatbread, basic sandwich loaves and delicious, fluffy puff pastries. Moreover, their baked goodies don’t include your fancy shmancy ingredients which makes it perfect for all aspiring home bakers. All this along with their affiliation with Skills Future Credits (a movement which provides opportunities for locals to develop a certain skill) makes it the go to place if you want to start a new career as a baker or just want to develop skills to impress your friends on the next weekend night out. Image Credit: Grá Baking Academy Facebook Page
a. 780 Upper Serangoon Rd, #01-06 Choon Kim House, Singapore 534649
Brettschneider’s Baking and Cooking School
Dean Brettschneider, the man behind Baker and Cook is back with another venture by the name of Brettschneider’s Baking and Cooking School and anyone who wishes to pursue baking professionally or otherwise SHOULD NOT miss the opportunity to get enrolled here. They aim to guide and hone professional and amateur bakers in the art of baking and offer spectacular courses on basic concepts like bread baking and pastry making. They also have options to customize a class depending on the needs of their clients. There are various events centred around teamwork and interaction with different people in a group which will help you develop skills over and above the traditional aspects of baking. Image Credit: Brettschneider's Facebook Page
a. 1 Greendale Ave, Singapore 289495
Nanatang
What is life without cake? The fine peeps at Nanatang most certainly don’t know, for their lives are strictly based on the motto that “cake is life”. At Nanatang, there is something for everyone. We mean this quite literally. Apart from offering your regular baking classes aimed at whipping up the perfect cake, you can also get lessons to improve your piping skills, get more creative with buttercream or even try out airbrushing. You’ll definitely be astounded by the results. Either that or you can directly book masterclasses as you please with bakers from Korea, Vietnam and Turkey (ooh!). Do you wish to conduct your own class or hold a workshop? The best part is that you don’t even have to be a baker to do that! They are offering the place on rent for classes, private parties and various other group events. Visit their website now! Image Credit: Nanatang Facebook Page
a. 41 Kampong Bahru Rd, Singapore 169358
w. nanatang.com
