The Capital District Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) is hosting a Pie Making Demonstration Night to promote its new Baking & Pastry Arts program. The instructor will demonstrate the elements of pie making and decorating, such as lattice work and cutouts.
This event is Tuesday, Nov. 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the EOC (431 River St, Troy). It is open to individuals ages 18 or older who want to impress friends and family over the holidays or may know someone interested in the fields of baking and pastry arts.
Space is limited, but interested participants can reserve a spot before Friday, Nov. 18 by calling (518) 273-1900 ext. 2270 or by emailing s.thomas2@hvcc.edu. Please provide your name, phone number, and email address.
About the Baking & Pastry Arts Program: The Baking & Pastry Arts program was introduced in Fall 2022 to expand the Culinary Arts program at the EOC. The course aims to teach students the elements of baking that are needed for a career as a baker or pastry chef. This includes mixing techniques and methods, baking temperatures, portion amounts, assorted leavening agents, quick breads and yeast breads, specialty cakes and desserts, icings, frostings, toppings, pastry fillings, decorating, and more
About the EOC: The Capital District Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) provides income-based education programs and support services for adult learners (ages 16+) in New York State. These programs often lead to enhanced employment opportunities, access to further education, and increased personal growth. The EOC is funded by the SUNY University Center for Academic and Workforce Development and delivers comprehensive, community-based academic and workforce development programs. To learn more about the EOC’s education programs, services, and general eligibility requirements, visit www.hvcc.edu/eoc.