The "Perfect Drip" Cake Workshop

Service Description

We’ve all seen them on Instagram those cakes with the luscious chocolate drip that stops exactly where it’s supposed to. But if you’ve tried it at home, you know it often ends in a puddle! In this private 2-hour masterclass, Francine demystifies the "Drip Cake." You will move beyond guesswork and learn the actual science of ganache. We will focus on the crucial balance of chocolate-to-cream ratios and, most importantly, temperature. You will learn how to coat a cake with razor-sharp buttercream edges (essential for a good drip) and then control the speed and length of your drips for a professional, bakery-quality look. What's included in the private class: 1. The Sharp Edge Base: Before we drip, we smooth. Learn how to achieve perfectly straight sides and sharp edges with buttercream. 2. Ganache Science: Learn the difference between ganache for filling, frosting, and dripping. We will cover the correct ratios for white, milk, and dark chocolate. 3. The Temperature "Sweet Spot": Discover how to test your ganache to ensure it is fluid enough to run but thick enough to stay put. 4. Application Techniques: Master the spoon vs. squeeze bottle debate and learn which method gives you the best control. 5. Over-the-Top Decoration: Once the drip is set, we finish the cake with a "Candy Overload" style topper piling on meringues, chocolates, and swirls for a dramatic finish. 6. Take-Home Cake: You leave with a stunning 6-inch drip cake that looks like it came straight from a professional bakery. What do you need to bring? Just bring a notebook and pen to note down the priceless tips and techniques you'll learn throughout the class. We'll handle the rest by providing aprons and offering light refreshments during the workshop.