If you haven’t seen the preview of
my video course, check it out at http://www.craftsy.com/class/Decadent-Chocolate-Cakes/64
.
The beauty of a video course, and
what makes it different from food TV, is that there is no rush to fit into a
five-minute morning news slot or even a half-hour program. I get an opportunity
to actually teach, as though I had a live class. I can explain all of the “ifs”
“ands” or “buts,” discuss options, talk about what to do if something goes
wrong, or what may happen if you don’t do it my way! I can give options and
really get into things. It’s not purely about entertainment, although it is
beautiful to watch. What more could I have wished for?
Maybe you’ve always wanted to
perfect a show-off special occasion cake, master chocolate ruffles, or learn a
little more about working with chocolate. Maybe you know an aspirational baker
or cook who doesn’t have access to or funds for a cooking course? This one is a bargain. It can be
watched over and over again, and it’s interactive: students can chat with me,
ask questions, and interact with others taking the same class. I’m having my morning coffee these days
while answering student questions.
And I’m learning from the questions too! The Craftsy platform is pretty cool. I’m pretty
psyched.
Confession: A couple of the recipes in the
course are simpler to make than they look, which means that you can produce a
gorgeous torte with perfect marbled glaze, or a whimsical chocolate centerpiece
with far less effort than anyone will guess when they look at your results!
