Passion and professionalism. Can the two be combined? I am very fortunate to have employment that embodies my love of teaching, food and the culinary industry. Of the many classes that I instruct, the Introduction to Cakes course can be one of the most challenging. Many students come to culinary school with industry experience, however for many others this may be their first time in a professional kitchen. When faced with icing a cake, this may be a stressful event for some students. On the last day of class, the students are asked to assemble and decorate a cake in less than ten minutes. Here’s a video of my demonstration for the class.
Passion and professionalism. The goal? Put your emotional energy into trying to do something well, not into your reaction if it doesn’t go as planned. In other words, try not to cry if a cake disaster strikes! Does this mean I have no passion for cakes? No, I just try to put the whole process in proper perspective. Really, it’s a piece of cake!
Another great cartoon by JWU student Rebecca Ramey
How do you feel about cake, cake decorating, and the emotions that go along with this skill?
Pastry Peaks 
Rhonda and Cece, what a great video, what a great team!
LOVE it!
Thanks! It was a lot of fun. Chef Krelitz, as narrator, has a such a great voice!