Baking & Pastry Education
Lavonne Academy of Baking Science and Pastry Arts
I teach baking and cake decorating to kids, beginners, and professionals with hands-on classes, real recipes, and practical skills for home or career.
Pricing Guide
Professional Diploma in Pastry (6 Months)
Core Education
- 960 Hours Training: Daily practical sessions covering French Pastry, Breads, Chocolaterie, Sugar Art, and Wedding Cakes.
- Expert Faculty: Modules taught by industry leaders including Chef Joonie Tan (Cake Artistry) and Chef Vinesh Johny.
- Certification: Globally recognized Diplôme de Pâtisserie.
Material & Kit (Yours to Keep)
- Professional Tool Kit: Comprehensive set of 22+ high-grade baking tools (Knives, spatulas, nozzles, thermometer, scales) in a knife case.
- Uniform: 2 sets of professional branded chef jackets, aprons, trousers, and safety shoes.
- Study Material: Detailed recipe manuals and theory binders.
Operational Inclusions
- Premium Ingredients: Unlimited access to top-tier ingredients (Belgian chocolates, French butter, vanilla beans) with no extra costs.
- Field Trip: Organized industry visit to a commercial bakery or manufacturing unit.
- Placement Support: Assistance with internships and job placements post-completion.
Intensive Pastry Certificate (6 Weeks)
Curriculum Modules
- Comprehensive Coverage: Modules on Breads, Travel Cakes, French Pastries, Chocolates, and Plated Desserts.
- Cake Artistry: A dedicated week covering fondant draping, sharp edges, figurines, and tier stacking.
Student Essentials
- Student Kit: Essential baking tools and equipment required for the course.
- Uniform: Professional chef apron and cap.
- Recipe Files: Complete folder of commercial-grade recipes tested in the academy.
Studio & Ingredients
- All-Inclusive Ingredients: Full provision of flour, sugar, butter, chocolate, and fondant for practical sessions.
- Finished Products: Daily take-home of items baked in class.
- Graduation Display: Resources provided for a final buffet presentation of work.
1-Day Specialized Masterclass
Workshop Details
- Topic Specific: Deep dive into a single category (e.g., Macarons, Celebration Cakes, Puff Pastry).
- Duration: Full-day session (approx. 6 to 7 hours).
- Station: Individual or paired workstation with professional equipment (Planetary mixer, induction, marble top).
What You Get
- Take-Home Product: The full batch of what you bake (e.g., a decorated cake or box of macarons) in premium packaging.
- Lunch & Refreshments: Curated lunch and tea/coffee provided during breaks.
- Materials: Printed recipe guide with troubleshooting notes and certificate of completion.
Junior Chef Baking Workshop
Camp Activities
- Hands-on Baking: Measuring, mixing, and baking simple treats (e.g., Cupcakes, Cookies, Cakesicles).
- Decoration Skills: Learning to work with fondant to create characters and piping techniques.
Safety & Supervision
- Guidance: High staff-to-student ratio with a focus on kitchen safety.
- Equipment: Use of induction cooktops and kid-friendly tools.
Inclusions
- Junior Kit: Use of apron and baking tools during the class.
- Takeaways: A box of self-baked decorated creations and a recipe card to take home.
- Certificate: A 'Junior Pastry Chef' certificate of participation.
About Baking & Pastry Education
Why I Teach Baking
Baking brings back so many memories for me - the taste of kaya toast, a hot Kopi C in the morning, the smell of something sweet in the oven. I’ve spent years making cakes, but teaching others is what really lights me up. I love seeing someone, whether kid or adult, leave class with something they made and a big smile on their face.
For Kids: Baking Camps
I’m excited to run my kids baking workshops again. My motto is “train them young” - so we dive right in, mixing and decorating cupcakes, rolling out fondant, and making little kueh and cakesicles. Kids get messy (confirm got flour everywhere!) but they also get real hands-on fun and a recipe booklet to use at home.
Cake Decoration Workshops
If you’re new or want to level up, my fondant cake decorating classes are all about building solid basics. We cover:
- How to get fondant smooth and edges sharp
- Making cute fondant toppers (think unicorns, cartoon stuff)
- Using pro tools for that atas (fancy) finish
Going Pro? Certificate Courses
For those serious about pastry, I teach cake modules in Lavonne Academy’s professional pastry certificate. These are deep dives into multi-tier cakes, ruffling, and more. Not easy, but super shiok (satisfying) if you love a challenge.
What You’ll Get
Judgment-free, fun space to ask, try, fail, and succeed. Whether you want to bake with your kid or dream of going pro, I’m here to help you enjoy the art and science of baking.
Meet your Expert
Joonie Tan
620 connects in last 3 months
My Story
People call us pastry artists now, but really, it all started with a leap from real estate back to my childhood love for cakes. Malaysia roots, Indian home - lots of chaos, food, and family. My husband’s wild ideas, my obsession with getting things done, and our kid Zev zipping around. We celebrate with pizza and kombucha, not fancy stuff. My Malaysian Chinese culture is everywhere here. It’s not always easy, but every messy moment is worth it. Gong Xi Fa Cai!
My Work
Pastry Art, Baking Classes & Malaysian Cafe - We make custom cakes for all occasions, teach baking, and serve Malaysian coffee house classics.
Lavonne Cake Studio - From Lambeth piping wedding cakes to quirky birthday cakes, we bring cake dreams to life. Kids cake decorating camp is back too!
Kopitiam Lah Cafe - Our Malaysian kopi breakfast set and kaya toast bring a taste of home to Bangalore. It’s a vibe, not just food.
Teaching & Pastry Demos - I teach at Lavonne Academy and run pastry demo workshops for bakers and cake artists.
