Chocolate and Macaron making with Mark Tilling at Cake Innovations, Gravesend
Back in October I was lucky enough to spend two days learning from the fabulous Mark Tilling at Cake Innovations, Gravesend . On both days the classes were very small which worked out well for us! The first day we made Italian style macarons. I've tried macarons before but never had much success, this method the Italian method is supposed to be easier. I have to say Mark made them look very easy and I haven't made them again since. I always mean to, but finding the time is hard, but I will. We made two types of macarons, raspberry macarons (pink) and chocolate ones. We learnt skills such as splatter techniques, stamping with wax/brass stamps as well as making the macarons themselves. We were able to make loads of them so had plenty to box up and take home at the end of the day, and of course eat as they were amazing to taste. Definitely got to make them again so I can offer them as wedding favours! The second day was Gourmet Chocolates Bar. Now I don't particula...