The first week of spring is here, and it’s time to think ahead to warmer days and colder desserts coming our way with the change in weather. In the next few weeks I expect to have my jacket packed, iced coffee in hand, and be looking for the best ice cream the city has to offer. To help us find that perfect frozen treat, Bobbie Meyzen, owner of Crème Crémaillère Ice Cream, is hosting the Great American Ice Cream Tasting at the New School in New York City on May 14. He promises to teach us about the “sensory, aesthetic, and technical factors” involved in ice cream and make us smile with plenty of the cold stuff. The class also includes a blind taste to determine your favorite brand of ice cream, independent of fancy packaging or famous name.
If warm, baked goods are still your preference by May 14, the New School is also offering a class from my favorite cookbook author and baker, Carole Walter. Students will learn to make a chocolate cream tart with nutty cornmeal crust, strawberry cheese crêpes, a pineapple macadamia tea ring, and giant cookies that Carole calls “rocky road garganchewas”. Carole Walter is a true veteran in the baking world and her classes always fill quickly, so register now if interested.
Details:
The Great American Ice Cream Tasting: Course # NCLS0228
Sat, May 14 2:00-4:00 p.m.
$35 event fee
Guest Pastry Chef: Carole Walter Bakes New Holiday Desserts
Course # NCLS0503
Sat, May 14 1:30-5:30 p.m.
$90 course fee, $20 materials fee
The New School
The Inn on 23rd
131 West 23rd Street
New York, NY
Register for both classes online at the New School
Carole Walter ROCKS! Thanks for the tip.