Great British Bake Off winner to host masterclass event in Edinburgh

Great British Bake Off winner, Peter Sawkins, is partnering with Edinburgh Food & Drink Academy to host a ‘cook along’ masterclass event on Saturday 30 May.

Peter will give a demonstration on how to master the French classic dessert, croquembouche, at the Academy, on Queen Street. The 12 attendees will then cook along with Peter, creating an almond, ricotta and strawberry celebration cake, learning professional techniques, tips and insider secrets to create their very own competition-worthy bake. 

Rounding off the event, delegates will sit down with Peter for an informal Q&A, over tea/coffee and sweet treats, before taking home their finished cake. Taking place from 2pm - 5pm, the masterclass is suitable for all capabilities and costs £140.

Commenting on the event, Peter said: “I’m looking forward to being back in the kitchen at Edinburgh Food & Drink Academy and helping local bakers create their own delicious and beautiful bakes. Hosting an event like this allows me to really engage with attendees and help them develop their skills and confidence in the kitchen, before we sit down together over a cuppa and cake for a chat.” 

Lucinda Bruce-Gardyne, executive chair at Edinburgh Food & Drink Academy, commented: “We’re delighted to be able to offer keen bakers the opportunity to meet with and learn directly from Peter.

“Tackling the famously tricky croquembouche, a staple challenge on the Great British Bake Off, Peter will be demonstrating the skills that won him the competition and helping delegates to pick up some tips and tricks along the way.

At Edinburgh Food & Drink Academy we have one central mission – to create, connect and elevate the food and drink industry, and events like these are just one of the ways in which we do this.”

www.efda.co.uk

Pictured: Peter Sawkins