Public Class: Cake Decorating with Chef Dave Leyva

Ready to take your cakes from homey to haute? Nothing says celebration like a stunning layer cake and this class will prepare you with skills to turn heads at any party. Our chef guides you to whip up silky buttercream, master the crumb coat, and achieve the gorgeous smooth finish seen in a patisserie window. You'll also practice piping borders and flowers, plus learn about show-stopping mirror glaze. 

What You'll Make & Take Home: 

• Classic Italian Buttercream (made by you!) 
• Your own decorated single-layer cake 
• A basic cake-decorating kit 
• Recipes for frostings and mirror glaze 

About the instructor: Chef Dave worked as chef and pastry chef in several notable restaurants before starting his journey as an instructor in the Wine Country. He has taught and mentored rising chefs at The Culinary Institute of America, Copia, and the original Williams-Sonoma store. He now takes pride in overseeing our Community Teaching Kitchen. 

Reservations close Sept. 18, 2026.

*We are not able to accommodate dietary requests for hands-on events. Please read the menu carefully and contact us with any questions at events@hbofm.org.