Master the art of the French tea table in this hands-on workshop designed for home bakers. You will learn to bake three iconic delicacies: zesty, shell-shaped Madeleines, rich brown-butter Financiers, and elegant Frangipane Fruit Tarts. Discover professional secrets for achieving the perfect "hump" on your sponges and the science of golden shortcrust pastry. You’ll leave with a box of beautiful treats and the skills to bring a taste of Paris to your own kitchen.
DATES: 1 Saturday. September 12, 2026.
TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
FEE: $85
LOCATION: Paso Robles Campus Room N1022A
INSTRUCTOR: Niki Santisteven
QUESTIONS: Contact the instructor at nsantisteven@gmail.com
Class Schedule – Please Note:
Our class schedules may be subject to change. You can view the most current class
status anytime on the Community Programs website. To stay up to date after registering,
please monitor your email, as any changes will be sent to the email address we have
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Niki Santisteven |
As a professional Culinary Instructor and Faculty member at Cuesta College, I specialize in teaching advanced food production and professional baking techniques. With a background in professional cake decorating and industry-standard safety, I am passionate about making complex French pastry methods accessible, organized, and successful for every home baker. |