2008 School Happenings

April 21, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Monday, April 21st from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

May 4, 2008

Esperanza Community Services Annual Benefit Dinner

Esperanza Community Services is dedicated to serving individuals with developmental disabilities from infancy to adulthood through programs in English and Spanish. Esperanza provides individualized therapeutic, educational and artistic services which promote the skills that increase independance and a sense of belonging in the community.

May 5, 2008

Pastry Chicago Student Cake Decorating Competition

Join us at the May 5, 2008 ACF Windy City Chefs meeting for our third annual Student Cake Decorating Contest hosted by Eli’s Cheese Cake. If you are a High School or College Culinary Student try your hand at this exciting competition.

May 10, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, May 10th from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

June 9, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Monday, June 9th from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

June 14, 2008

Wilton Cake Decorating Contest and Open House

If you enjoy decorating cakes, show off your talent in The Wilton School’s 80th Anniversary Cake Decorating Contest and help us get the celebration started! The contest will be held on Saturday, June 14th in conjunction with Wilton School’s Open House commemorating the 80th Anniversary. Chef Laura Ragano will be a judge in the competition.

June 20, 2008

Graduation

Students will graduate from the L'Art de la Patisserie program from The French Pastry School on Friday, June 20th. They take what they have learned during the 24weeks and apply it to the industry using their talents. Student will begin their pastry careers in some of the most respected hotels, restaurants and bakeries in the country. more

June 21, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, June 21st from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

June 27, 2008

Cafe Demonstration

Chef John Kraus will lead a demonstration on Classic French Pastries to the Center for the Advancement of Foodservice Education held at The French Pastry School.

June 28, 2008

June in a Jam

The end of June is the perfect time for home made Jam and Tarts....when berries of every type are in the middle of their too-short season. We will do some variations on tart shells and fillings, as well as jam and sauces to use year round. Class will take place at Gallery 37. more

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Previous School Happenings

April 12, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, April 12th from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

March 29, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, March 29th from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

March 17, 2008

Common Threads - World Festival

Taste and celebrate world culture with the country's top chefs. Sample cuisine, sip cocktails, watch performances highlighting countries around the globe, and bid on exciting silent and live auction items to benefit Common Threads at World Festival.

March 14 , 2008

La Nuit Des Etoiles

The French American Chamber of Commerce will hold it's 16th Annual La Nuit des Etoiles at the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower on Friday, March 14th. Contact The FACC of Chicago for further details.

March 13 , 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Thursday, March 13th from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

February 21, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Thursday, February 2st from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

February 16, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, February 16th from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

February 9, 2008

For the Love of Chocolate

For the Love of Chocolate Foundation provides scholarships for qualified students in the specialized training of the pastry arts. The foundation awards scholarships to L’Art de la Patisserie program taught by The French Pastry School for the City Colleges of Chicago. For the Love of Chocolate Foundation promotes commitment in pastry arts education for individuals looking to change careers and individuals that have shown potential in the culinary field but that have no formal pastry education.

February 1-29, 2008

Museum of Modern Ice

This February, experience Chicago’s new winter celebration in downtown Millennium Park. The free, month-long outdoor festival features the U.S. debut of Canadian artist Gordon Halloran’s work, Paintings Below Zero. The French Pastry School has been asked to create a sugar sculpture that will reside in the Chicago Cultural Center.

January 31, 2008

Lincoln Park Young Professionals

Experience the luxury of Bentley, Lamborghini and Bugatti at this exclusive event in the completely remodelled Gold Coast showroom! Sample some hors d'Oeuvres from local chefs as well as dessert from The French Pastry School. more details

January 31, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Thursday, January 31st from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

January 27, 2008

Le Cause Cerebrale at Everest

Chefs Sebastien Canonne, M.O.F. and Jacquy Pfeiffer will join acclaimed chefs Gabriel Kreuther, Michel Richard, Cal Stamenov, Paul Virant and host Jean Joho for the 2nd annual dinner to benefit neurological research. The event wil take place at the Everest Room.

January 14, 2008

French Pastry Experience

Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Monday, January 14th from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register

January 7, 2008

24-week program begins

The French Pastry School will begin a new session for L'Art de la Patisserie program. The 24-week program is accredited by the Illinois Community College Board for 24 credit hours. Students will learn the fundamentals in all areas of pastry including breads, chocolate, ice cream, plated desserts, cake decorating techinques and more.

January 6, 2008

Philly Candy Show

Chef Bob Hartwig will join Design & Realisation at the Philadelphia Candy Show in Atlantic City, NJ. Each day Chef Hartwig will demonstrate using the equipment and products offered by D&R.

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	2008 School Happenings April 21, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Monday, April 21st from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register May 4, 2008 Esperanza Community Services Annual Benefit Dinner Esperanza Community Services is dedicated to serving individuals with developmental disabilities from infancy to adulthood through programs in English and Spanish. Esperanza provides individualized therapeutic, educational and artistic services which promote the skills that increase independance and a sense of belonging in the community. May 5, 2008 Pastry Chicago Student Cake Decorating Competition Join us at the May 5, 2008 ACF Windy City Chefs meeting for our third annual Student Cake Decorating Contest hosted by Eli’s Cheese Cake. If you are a High School or College Culinary Student try your hand at this exciting competition. May 10, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, May 10th from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register June 9, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Monday, June 9th from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register June 14, 2008 Wilton Cake Decorating Contest and Open House If you enjoy decorating cakes, show off your talent in The Wilton School’s 80th Anniversary Cake Decorating Contest and help us get the celebration started! The contest will be held on Saturday, June 14th in conjunction with Wilton School’s Open House commemorating the 80th Anniversary. Chef Laura Ragano will be a judge in the competition. June 20, 2008 Graduation Students will graduate from the L'Art de la Patisserie program from The French Pastry School on Friday, June 20th. They take what they have learned during the 24weeks and apply it to the industry using their talents. Student will begin their pastry careers in some of the most respected hotels, restaurants and bakeries in the country. more June 21, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, June 21st from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register June 27, 2008 Cafe Demonstration Chef John Kraus will lead a demonstration on Classic French Pastries to the Center for the Advancement of Foodservice Education held at The French Pastry School. June 28, 2008 June in a Jam The end of June is the perfect time for home made Jam and Tarts....when berries of every type are in the middle of their too-short season. We will do some variations on tart shells and fillings, as well as jam and sauces to use year round. Class will take place at Gallery 37. more _____________________________________________________________________ Previous School Happenings April 12, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, April 12th from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register March 29, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, March 29th from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register March 17, 2008 Common Threads - World Festival Taste and celebrate world culture with the country's top chefs. Sample cuisine, sip cocktails, watch performances highlighting countries around the globe, and bid on exciting silent and live auction items to benefit Common Threads at World Festival. March 14 , 2008 La Nuit Des Etoiles The French American Chamber of Commerce will hold it's 16th Annual La Nuit des Etoiles at the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower on Friday, March 14th. Contact The FACC of Chicago for further details. March 13 , 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Thursday, March 13th from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register February 21, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Thursday, February 2st from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register February 16, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Saturday, February 16th from 9:00 - 11:00am for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register February 9, 2008 For the Love of Chocolate For the Love of Chocolate Foundation provides scholarships for qualified students in the specialized training of the pastry arts. The foundation awards scholarships to L’Art de la Patisserie program taught by The French Pastry School for the City Colleges of Chicago. For the Love of Chocolate Foundation promotes commitment in pastry arts education for individuals looking to change careers and individuals that have shown potential in the culinary field but that have no formal pastry education. February 1-29, 2008 Museum of Modern Ice This February, experience Chicago’s new winter celebration in downtown Millennium Park. The free, month-long outdoor festival features the U.S. debut of Canadian artist Gordon Halloran’s work, Paintings Below Zero. The French Pastry School has been asked to create a sugar sculpture that will reside in the Chicago Cultural Center. January 31, 2008 Lincoln Park Young Professionals Experience the luxury of Bentley, Lamborghini and Bugatti at this exclusive event in the completely remodelled Gold Coast showroom! Sample some hors d'Oeuvres from local chefs as well as dessert from The French Pastry School. more details January 31, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Thursday, January 31st from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register January 27, 2008 Le Cause Cerebrale at Everest Chefs Sebastien Canonne, M.O.F. and Jacquy Pfeiffer will join acclaimed chefs Gabriel Kreuther, Michel Richard, Cal Stamenov, Paul Virant and host Jean Joho for the 2nd annual dinner to benefit neurological research. The event wil take place at the Everest Room. January 14, 2008 French Pastry Experience Interested in becoming a Pastry Chef but just not sure if it is right for you. Join us on Monday, January 14th from 5:30 - 7:30pm for a private demonstration and tasting by one of our Chef Instructors. To make a reservation please call Elaine at 312.726.2419 ext. 212. The cost of the demonstration is $75. Register January 7, 2008 24-week program begins The French Pastry School will begin a new session for L'Art de la Patisserie program. The 24-week program is accredited by the Illinois Community College Board for 24 credit hours. Students will learn the fundamentals in all areas of pastry including breads, chocolate, ice cream, plated desserts, cake decorating techinques and more. January 6, 2008 Philly Candy Show Chef Bob Hartwig will join Design & Realisation at the Philadelphia Candy Show in Atlantic City, NJ. Each day Chef Hartwig will demonstrate using the equipment and products offered by D&R. Top of Page 2005 School Happenings 2006 School Happenings 2007 School Happenings