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Sugar Realm, our online Cake decorating class "Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes" is Live! Click below for a 50% discount!

9/19/2016

 
It's here!!!!....It's finaaaaally here!!! My Craftsy class is LIVE!. The class is gorgeous and packed with information:)
Check below for a 50% discount link to the class!!! I'm looking forward personally answering your questions and connecting with you! I'm SO happy:)
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Our Craftsy cake decorating class is LIVE! Click the image above for a 50% discount link!

Sugar Realm Craftsy cake decorating class "Make ahead techniques for stunning cakes" is about to be launched!

9/16/2016

 
Countdown to the launching of my Craftsy cake decorating class has officially begun!
In Lesson 1, I will introduce my signature rolled chocolate recipe and talk about the differences between rolled chocolate and fondant, and explain why my chocolate is ideal to cover smooth and precise cakes with the paneling method. I will demonstrate how to roll, trim and store pristine and oh-so-delicious chocolate panels, until it's time to apply them to the cake!. Below are a few screenshots from Lesson 1!!!
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Sugar Realm, Craftsy cake decorating class "Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes". Lesson 1.

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Sugar Realm, My new online Cake Decorating class "Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes" is about to launch!

9/15/2016

 
Hurray!!!!...I watched my Craftsy class for the first time!!!!...This class is gorgeous and packed with information! The count down to it's launch is about to begin!!! I'm SO excited about this:)
In this class I will show you how I make, roll and store chocolate panels to cover my cakes; we will talk about my favorite techniques to decorate chocolate panels ahead of time, and how to pre-roll sugar ruffles for easy application. We will also talk about making beautiful floral appliqués and I will demonstrate the foundation of my signature statement flowers and fillers!. The recipe for my signature rolled chocolate is included, as well as a broken down list of my favorite tools and resources!. I can't wait to be able to share this class with you :)
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Sugar Realm, our new Crafsty cake decorating class "Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes" is about to launch!

Sugar Realm, Free Class Giveaway of my Online Class "Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes"!

8/27/2016

 
My Craftsy Class, Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes, launches in September!!!
This is a technique based class, where I teach many of my signature techniques used in my favorite cake designs, including these three all time favorite cakes!

Just click the image below for a chance to win my class for free! The winner will be announced the day of the class Launch in mid September!
Can't wait to see the gorgeous cakes that you create with the information shared in the class. I already know that I will be more inspired by you, than you will be by me!!!!
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Sugar Realm, Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes Craftsy Class. Enter to win my class for free! The winner will be announced by Craftsy the day of the launch of the class in mid September!

Easy flawless, sharp and DELICIOUS cakes, every single time!...and a process that this time you will ENJOY!. Learn my signature techniques in my online Class: Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes.

8/26/2016

 
In this kingdom, it all starts with a beautiful and precise cakes iced with SUPER DELICIOUS smooth chocolate panels! The architect in my likes precision. Flawless cakes with sharp edges are SO EASY to achieve with my signature rolled chocolate panel technique. Most importantly, unlike with other icings, with this technique, you will ENJOY the process!!!
In lesson 1 and 2 of my upcoming Craftsy Class: "Make-ahead techniques for stunning Cakes", I will be covering EVERYTHING that you need to know to achieve (every single time) sharp cakes like these. I'm positive that this class will demonstrate that you ALSO have an architect in you!
These were the Hero and Step Out cakes that I prepared for my class, photographed before the were fully or partially decorated, before they were shipped to Denver!.
Yes, my chocolate covered cakes were shipped in the middle of July!...Bt that's material for another post, wink!
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Sugar Realm Hero and Step out cakes covered in chocolate. Learn my signature rolled chocolate panel technique in my Craftsy Class, "Make-ahead techniques for flawless cakes".

Learn to make the look of my popular Marbled Cake in Lesson 2 of my online Class: "Make-ahead techniques for Stunning Cakes"!!!

8/23/2016

 
​Sugar Realm's Craftsy Class: "Make-ahead Techniques for stunning Cakes"
In lesson 2, I will also show you how to achieve the beautiful marbled look of this cake!...it is so easy, and your marbled panels can be made ahead of time and safely stored and ready to go until it is time to apply them on the cake....How cool is that?.
Then I’ll show you how to wrap your cake in your precut panels for stunning results every time!. The two 3-tier cakes on the bottom right were my hero and step out cakes, used in the class for the demonstration!!!
In Lesson 5, you will learn how to make my beautiful statement rose, as I show you how to create petals from a simple round cutter, and dry them in a variety of shapes to create roses big and small, in all stages of bloom!
You will love this class, and I am so looking forward to see all the beautiful cakes that you will create!...yay!

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Sugar Realm, Craftsy Cake Decorating Class "Make-ahead technique for Stunning Cakes" launches in September, and I'm so excited about that!

Sugar Realm,  My online Cake Decorating class is packed with information!

8/22/2016

 
Let me tell you about my first Craftsy Class: "Make-ahead Techniques for stunning Cakes", that launches in September!
In lessons 1, we will cover all my tips for rolling, trimming and storing chocolate panels to cover your cakes!...Of course that my rolled chocolate recipe is included!
In lesson 2, we will talk about the many techniques I have developed to pre-decorate my chocolate panels; we will cover my make ahead techniques to texture and paint chocolate panels, and I will show you how to achieve the beautiful Tulle texture look of this cake!
Best of all we will talk about how to store your decorated panels...talk about efficiency!
In lesson 3, you will learn how to make-ahead these beautiful floral lace appliqués!...I love them so much, and I'm sure that so will you!
The two 3-tier cakes on the bottom right were my hero and step out cakes, used in the class for the demonstration!!!
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Sugar Realm, Craftsy Class "Make ahead techniques for stunning cakes"

Sugar Realm, My first online Class "Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes". Amazing clients and talented photographers made this possible!!!

8/21/2016

 
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Sugar Realm cakes that illustrate tips and techniques of our first Craftsy Class, "Make-ahead techniques for Stunning Cakes"
Still basking on the excitement of the shooting of my first Craftsy Class: "Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes"!!!! The images that you see here were incorporated into the class, as they illustrate techniques and tips covered in different lessons.
First, I would like to thank my amazing clients, whose vision made these cake designs possible... I was just an interpreter of your ideas! Thank you Ilene, Cami, Tiffany, Claudia, Kelly, Kathy, Lissa, Erika, and Stephanie for your trust and for making me feel like a rock star,
I would also like to thank the FABULOUS photographers that allowed me to elevate the level of this class by using their impecable photos. Sherri Barber, Laura Leppert Knabe and Amanda Donaho, you are simply the BEST.
The class launches on September 19th. It is going to be hard to wait!!!
Sherri Barber: Photographer, Leppert Photography, Amanda Donaho Photography

Sugar Realm, My online Cake Decorating Class "Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes" about to launch!

8/20/2016

 
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Sugar Realm, with my amazing Craftsy team during the filming of my first Craftsy CakeDecorating Class "Make-ahead techniques for stunning cakes".
And that's a wrap!. My first Craftsy cake decorating class: "Make-ahead techniques for stunning Cakes" is filmed!!!!
The class launches in September and I believe that not only it will be BEAUTIFUL, but  jam packed with amazing information. Here I share all the tips and techniques that have brought great success to my business and I illustrate this techniques with many of my favorite designs!

My most sincere THANKS to my amazing Craftsy team. You are TRUE magicians and experts in what you do. Your kindness and generosity made this experience beyond memorable. I can't thank you enough for all that you did!!!
From left to right: Nick, in charge of the recoding of the class; Miwha, my assistant and right hand for 5 full days (You can tell how awesome she is, by the fact that she wore her Bengals shirt for me!); Rob, camera man extraordinaire; and the boss, Stephanie, my super talented and sweet producer!!!!
Below, is Tommy, production assistant and project manager, and yes..."he's so rad".! I had already been told that he was the best, and always willing to help! Not only did he helped me with the step, by step instructions on how to ship my cakes, but also bought last minute items that I need for the class...all with that huge smile!

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I'm in Denver, Colorado for the filming of an online Class!!!

8/15/2016

 
In Denver, Colorado, for the filming of my first Craftsy Class!!!!
The tittle of the class is "Clever techniques for Awe-Inspiring Cakes". I will teach all about my signature rolled chocolate and my made-ahead cake decorating techniques!. You have no idea how excited I am!...I will post more as I go, stay tuned!
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Sugar Realm, on first cake decorating Class at Craftsy!

Sugar Realm. Star Line-up for the Cincinnati Food and Wine Festival.

5/27/2016

 
The Cincinnati Food and Wine Festival just announced the first wave of #CFWC16 talent, and we are truly honored to be part of it. "This once-in-a-lifetime, all-star lineup is coming together with one goal in mind: to create one of the most amazing 3-day culinary parties in the country".
​This year the event will take place at Yeatman's Cove, from Friday September 23rd to Sunday September 25th.
Tickets on sale June 1.
​I invite you to click the image below for pricing and additional  information about this wonderful event.
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Sugar Realm will be demonstrating cake decorating on Friday 23rd, and Saturday 24th, there will be super delicious cake and lots of beautiful sugar work involved!!!...Stop by and say hello!
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"Bake like a Pro" with Sugar Realm!

1/2/2016

 

Sugar Realm's Baking Classes at Cook's wares

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: From the acclaimed founder of Sugar Realm, Fine Bakery and Cake Design, learn how to bake, assemble and decorate super delicious cakes like a true PRO!
On these hands-on classes, you will learn easy techniques and tips that will take your cakes from ordinary to extraordinary. On each class you will work on an individual project to take home. Classes were designed to be taken as a 3-part-series or as stand alone classes. Space is Limited.
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PART 1:  BAKE LIKE A PRO
DESCRIPTION: 
On this class, you will learn to bake delicious and easy cakes and buttercreams. We will review techniques for torting, filling and icing cakes like a true pro, including tips on how to easily achieve perfectly smooth cakes. Hands on project: Tort, assemble and ice individual mini cake.

 PART 2: DECORATE LIKE A PRO: INTRODUCTION TO ICINGS, TEXTURES AND COLORS
 DESCRIPTION:  On this class you will learn about the different mediums to ice and decorate delicious and awesome looking cakes. Hands on project: Ice and decorate with rolled chocolate or fondant individual mini cake.

PART 3: DECORATE LIKE A PRO: INTRODUCTION TO CUSTOM MOLDS AND SUGAR FLOWERS TECHNIQUES 
DESCRIPTION: 
On this class you will learn and create molds of favorite objects to replicate in sugar. You will also learn to make basic and intermediate sugar flowers, as well as being introduced to advanced real looking flowers.
We will review techniques for making basic fondant, gum paste and chocolate flowers, to intermediate edible wafer paper creations.  We will conclude with a demonstration and introduction on how to create real life stunning sugar flowers that you will cherish forever. Hands on project: Make  sugar replicas for decoration, and make Fondant, gumpaste and wafer paper flowers to take home and preserve for a special occasion.
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Where and How to Register?

When: (Tuesdays) January 26, February 2 and February 9,  2016.
​Time: 11am to 2pm (Includes light Lunch)
​Cost: $75.00 each class or $200 for the 3-Class Series.
Registration: CooksWares Online Registration 
​Contact: Harper's Point (513) 489-6400
​Address: 11344 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45249
When: (Wednesday) January 27, February  3 and February  10,  2016.
Time: 11am to 2pm (Includes light Lunch)
Cost: $75.00 each class or $200 for the 3-Class Series.
Registration: CooksWares Online Registration 

​Contact: Settlers' Walk (937) 748-4540
Address: 756 N. Main St. Rte. 741, Springboro OH, 45066

CELEBRATIONS CAKES.... LIKE A PRO with Sugar Realm!

11/13/2015

 

SUGAR REALM COOKSWARES CLASSES:
MAKE CELEBRATION CAKES…LIKE A PRO!  (SERIES)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: From the acclaimed founder of Sugar Realm, Fine Bakery and Cake Design, learn how to bake, assemble and decorate super delicious cakes like a true PRO!
On these hands-on classes, you will learn easy techniques and tips that will take your cakes from ordinary to extraordinary. On each class you will work on an individual project to take home. Classes were designed to be taken as a 3-part-series or as stand alone classes. Space is Limited.
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Bake like a Pro with Sugar Realm! Classes to be held at CooksWares Harpers Point and Settler Walk Stores.
PART 1:  BAKE LIKE A PRO
DESCRIPTION: 
On this class, you will learn to bake delicious and easy cakes and buttercreams. We will review techniques for torting, filling and icing cakes like a true pro, including tips on how to easily achieve perfectly smooth cakes. Hands on project: Tort, assemble and ice individual mini cake.

 PART 2: DECORATE LIKE A PRO: INTRODUCTION TO ICINGS, TEXTURES AND COLORS
 DESCRIPTION:  On this class you will learn about the different mediums to ice and decorate delicious and awesome looking cakes. Hands on project: Ice and decorate with rolled chocolate or fondant individual mini cake.

PART 3: DECORATE LIKE A PRO: INTRODUCTION TO CUSTOM MOLDS AND SUGAR FLOWERS TECHNIQUES 
DESCRIPTION:
On this class you will learn and create molds of favorite objects to replicate in sugar. You will also learn to make basic and intermediate sugar flowers, as well as being introduced to advanced real looking flowers.
We will review techniques for making basic fondant, gum paste and chocolate flowers, to intermediate edible wafer paper creations.  We will conclude with a demonstration and introduction on how to create real life stunning sugar flowers that you will cherish forever. Hands on project: Make  sugar replicas for decoration, and make Fondant, gumpaste and wafer paper flowers to take home and preserve for a special occasion.

How and Where to Register?

Harper's Point Classes

When: (Tuesdays) January 26, February 2 and February 9,  2016.
​Time: 11am to 2pm (Includes light Lunch)
​Cost: $75.00 each class or $200 for the 3-Class Series.
Registration: CooksWares Online Registration 
​Contact: Harper's Point (513) 489-6400
​Address: 11344 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45249

Settler's Walk Classes

When: (Wednesday) January 27, February  3 and February  10,  2016.
Time: 11am to 2pm (Includes light Lunch)
Cost: $75.00 each class or $200 for the 3-Class Series.
Registration: CooksWares Online Registration 

​Contact: Settlers' Walk (937) 748-4540
Address: 756 N. Main St. Rte. 741, Springboro OH, 45066
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    Since opening in 2010 in Cincinnati, Ileana Saldivia’s studio, Sugar Realm has become a preeminent wedding and celebration cake design boutique. In 2018, due to her husband's job, Ileana and her family relocated to Philadelphia, and so did her Sugar Kingdom. Sugar Realm’s cakes and confections are known for their sophisticated flavors, unique designs, artistic sugar flowers, innovative techniques, and architectural compositions. The studio’s wedding cakes are regularly featured in leading bridal, lifestyle, and cake decorating magazines. In the December 2015 issue of “Cincinnati Magazine,” Sugar Realm was named “Best of the City” and featured on the cover. Saldivia’s blog “Life in a Sugar Kingdom” is regularly visited by hundreds of cake enthusiasts and lovers of all things pretty and delicious!

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