2011 Events
December 3, 2011
Sixth Annual Amateur Gingerbread House Competition »
The City of Chicago is known for being a destination for foodies of all types but it’s never truly been this delicious. For Pastry Chicago’s Sixth Annual Gingerbread Competition, we invite you to go beyond traditional cottages and create tasty skyscrapers, museums, public spaces, and other landmarks from around Chicago that would make Hansel and Gretel drool. Fashion your best gingerbread recipe and sweet decorations into your favorite, iconic Chicago destination for a chance to win the best baking equipment from KitchenAid.
All contestants and attendees will be able to enjoy an educational demonstration by a Chef Instructor from The French Pastry School of Kennedy-King College. If you’d like to attend without competing, please RSVP for the event by writing to info@pastrychicago.org with your name, email, and phone number.
October 22, 2011
Fifth Annual Amateur Haunted Cupcake Competition »
Wicked treats will abound at the Fifth Annual Amateur Haunted Cupcake Competition. Do you think you’re a scary good baker and decorator? Come test your skills and celebrate this ghoulish time of year in Pastry Chicago’s fun-filled competition at Old Orchard Mall’s Harvest Fest. Along with great shopping, you’ll have a chance to sink your fangs into a delicious demonstration by a Chef Instructor from The French Pastry School.
November 6, 2011
First Annual Amateur Brownie Competition »
Do you like your brownies cakey or fudgy? Do you flavor them with melted chocolate or rich cocoa powder? Do you serve them with frosting or without? There are so many ways to make a brownie and this year’s First Annual Amateur Brownie Competition will highlight the classic combination of coffee and chocolate. Sign up your favorite recipe for a chance at great prizes from KitchenAid; learn from a demonstration by The French Pastry School Chef Instructor, Scott Green; and take part in the fun at Esperanza Community Services’ 2011 Holiday Art and Gift Fest.
This year’s Brownie Competition is part of a Fundraiser for Esperanza Community Services. Each contestant and spectator is required to make a $20 contribution in order to enter the event.
September 17, 2011
Fourth Annual Pie Competition »
Join Pastry Chicago and the California Raisin Marketing Board at Whole Foods Market Lincoln Park on September 17th for the fourth annual competition! If you haven't yet tried pairing delicious California Raisins with your favorite fruit pie, or inventing an entirely new recipe, now is your chance to do that, and compete for great prizes provided by KitchenAid and The French Pastry School.
All are welcome to attend the demonstration, RSVP to info@pastrychicago.org. The first 25 entries will be accepted for the competition.
August 28, 2011
MJFanventional2011 Cake Decorating Contest »
The fan convention for Michael Jackson will take place at the Inn of Chicago Aug. 26 - 28. Pastry and culinary students, enter your birthday cakes that represent the “King of Pop's” 53rd birthday. The cakes will be display only and will be judged on decoration only. For more information, contact Karen William at 877-729-9110 or email fanvention@gmail.com.
August 27, 2011
Pastry Crawl - Sofitel Water Tower » FULL
Together with Pastry Chicago, Cafe des Architectes,
invites you to a Pastry Crawl featuring the culinary talents of Pastry Chef Patrick Fahy Join Chef Fahy on a tour of his pastry kitchen, followed by a dessert demonstration and a tasting of several confections
Saturday, August 27
12– 2 p.m.
$45 per person
Guests receive a delicious goody bag upon departure
This event is currently full
Space is limited, no refunds
August 18 & 19, 2011
Chicago Ice Cream & Gelato Fest >>
On August 18th and 19th, join the Chicago Luxury Ice Cream Festival at the Grand Piazza, 1431 West Taylor Street, Chicago, Illinois, 60607. For more information, see this link.
July 30, 2011
Pastry Crawl - Trump Towers »
Pastry Chicago in collaboration with Sixteen at Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago, will host a Pastry Crawl featuring culinary talents of Executive Pastry Chef Sarah Kosikowski. Join Sarah on a tour of her pastry kitchen, for a dessert demonstration and a tasting of several pastries.
Saturday, July 30 at 12 p.m. at The River Room at Sixteen, 16th floor of Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago, 401 N. Wabash Ave, Chicago. The cost is $50 per person. For reservations please call 312.588.8030. Space is limited.
June 20, 2011
Third Annual BBQ & Burger Throwdown >>
Join the American Culinary Federation (ACF) on June 20th from 6 – 9 pm for their annual BBQ and burger throwdown!
Register at www.acfwindycitychefs.org by June 17.
April 16, 2011
Fourth Annual Amateur/Student Cookie Competition »
Join us on April 16, 2011 for our Fourth Annual Amateur/Student Cookie Competition hosted by Whole Foods. Try your hand at this exciting competition with your favorite California Raisin cookie! For our Educational Seminar during the judging period of our Cookie Competition, we are proud to have a presentation by Chef Della Gossett of The French Pastry School.
March 17, 2011
First Annual Amateur/Student Scone Competition »
Céad Mile Fáilte, as they might say to you in Ireland, or "A Hundred Thousand Welcomes!" St. Patrick’s Day is almost here, and we invite you to celebrate the way St. Patrick surely intended: by making delicious scones!
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