NY Cake Academy, founded by renowned cake decorator Joan Mansour over 25 years ago, has evolved into a premier one-stop-shop in Manhattan for all baking needs. With a 5,000 square foot store, it offers a vast array of supplies, runs a cake decorating school, and is recognized for its excellence in the industry, earning accolades from ZAGAT and the New York Press.
Master the art of cake decorating and elevate your skills to create stunning, textured buttercream cakes. Learn a range of piping techniques, from shells to rosettes, and discover how to apply them to your creations. Unleash your creativity and impress with beautiful designs at NY Cake Academy's Cake Decorating course.
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Saturday, Apr 27th, 1:30–3pm Eastern Time
Indulge in an unforgettable Pasta Making Party at NY Cake Academy. Discover the art of crafting fresh pasta from scratch, perfectly complemented by delectable sauces that promise to tantalize your palate. Bring along your favorite wine and prepare for a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.
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Thursday, May 9th, 5:30–7:30pm Eastern Time
Join us for a flavorful journey during Pizza Night! Discover the art of crafting classic cheese pizzas and irresistible Nutella pies, while mastering the techniques of dough handling and sauce making. Unleash your creativity with a variety of toppings for a truly unforgettable culinary experience.
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Saturday, May 18th, 5–7pm Eastern Time
Master the art of cake decorating and elevate your skills to create stunning, textured buttercream cakes. Learn a range of piping techniques, from shells to rosettes, and discover how to apply them to your creations. Unleash your creativity and impress with beautiful designs at NY Cake Academy's Cake Decorating course.
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Saturday, Apr 27th, 1:30–3pm Eastern Time
Discover the allure of caramelized perfection in NY Cake Academy's Burnt Cheesecake class. Uncover the techniques behind crafting this trending dessert, marrying velvety smoothness with tantalizing charred notes. Elevate your baking prowess and indulge in the irresistible decadence of this modern twist on a classic favorite.
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Thursday, May 16th, 5:30–7:30pm Eastern Time
Unleash your inner wizard with a magical cake decorating experience that will transport you to a realm of creativity and imagination. Join us for an unforgettable journey where sweet treats meet the world of Harry Potter.
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Saturday, Apr 20th, 10am–6pm Eastern Time
Elevate your baking skills with our comprehensive Cake Baking Essentials Certificate series. From mastering classic frosting techniques to understanding the intricacies of cake layer assembly, each class is designed to equip you with the expertise to create delicious and visually stunning cakes. Dive into a diverse range of recipes, including cupcakes, layer cakes, mousse cakes, and specialty diet options, ensuring you're prepared to excel in the art of cake baking.
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Monday, Jun 3rd, 12–4pm Eastern Time
Discover the secrets to creating delectable and flawless Italian macarons in this introductory course at NY Cake Academy. Uncover the art of troubleshooting common baking challenges while working in small groups, and enjoy the ease and excitement of making these delicate treats. All supplies and materials are provided for a seamless learning experience.
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Tuesday, May 7th, 11am–1:30pm Eastern Time
Indulge your sweet tooth and master the art of incorporating chocolate into cakes in this comprehensive class at NY Cake Academy. Discover the versatility of cocoa-based cakes and learn essential techniques for working with chocolate ingredients. From custards to ganache frostings, elevate your baking skills and create mouthwatering chocolate creations.
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Monday, Jun 24th, 12–4pm Eastern Time
Indulge in a creative evening as we merge the worlds of art and culinary delight. Discover the joy of recreating Van Gogh's timeless masterpiece, Starry Night, on edible canvases. All skill levels are welcome for this unique workshop, where you'll learn cookie painting techniques while savoring a flavorful journey through art history.
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Friday, May 31st, 6–8pm Eastern Time
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah in style with renowned pastry chef Nick Malgieri as he shares his secrets to baking traditional treats for a sweet start to the new year. From golden round challah to indulgent honey cakes, and moist apple delights, elevate your holiday table with delicious creations that embody the spirit of the season.
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Sunday, Sep 15th, 12–4pm Eastern Time
Explore the art of traditional Jewish baking in NY Cake Academy's Challah Bread Making class. Learn the secrets to crafting beautifully braided Challah loaves, from dough preparation to achieving a golden crust. Elevate your bread-making skills and delight in the rich aroma of freshly baked Challah with each delicious bite.
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Thursday, May 2nd, 5–7pm Eastern Time
Discover the artistry behind crafting authentic, flaky pastries in this hands-on workshop. Unveil the secrets of creating perfectly layered croissants, tracing their heritage from Eastern Europe to France. Learn to master pre-made doughs, precision cutting, and indulgent fillings under expert guidance at NY Cake Academy.
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Saturday, May 25th, 12–5:30pm Eastern Time
Explore the art of traditional European cookie baking with a master pastry chef. Delve into the intricate techniques and rich flavors that define these delightful treats. Elevate your baking skills and impress your loved ones with these exquisite creations.
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Sunday, Apr 21st, 10am–4pm Eastern Time
Explore the essence of New York's beloved cookie culture at NY Cake Academy's enticing workshop. Delve into the art of baking classic favorites like chocolate chip alongside trendy delights such as matcha-infused treats. Elevate your baking prowess and delight loved ones with an irresistible array of homemade cookies that capture the heart of the Big Apple.
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Saturday, May 25th, 9:30–11:30am Eastern Time
Learn the art of buttercream flower piping at NY Cake Academy and create beautiful floral designs on cupcakes using petal tips and flower nails. Take home a box of your blooming creations and impress your friends and family with your newfound skills!
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Saturday, May 4th, 10:30am–12:30pm Eastern Time
Embark on a journey reminiscent of cherished family traditions with a delightful selection of summer fruit and berry pastries. From the classic allure of berry hand pies to the whimsical charm of apricot pinwheels, explore a medley of nostalgic treats expertly crafted to perfection. Indulge in the sweet symphony of cherry crumble tarts and the creamy richness of blueberry cheesecake tarts, each offering an array of tantalizing fillings to satisfy every palate.
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Saturday, Jul 13th, 12–4pm Eastern Time
Baking bread is a primal experience: mixing the simple ingredients of flour, water, yeast, and salt provides countess variations of flavor, texture, and appearance. Vary the primal ingredients with different flours, liquids, and flavors again produces another wide range of distinctive breads. Menu Challah, the Jewish Sabbath bread in braided and round shapes Whole what raisin walnut bread as a boule/whole wheat pullman bread Rosemary...
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Saturday, Jul 20th, 12–4pm Eastern Time
Uncover the secrets to crafting exquisite layer cakes at NY Cake Academy's Baking & Pastry Fundamentals class. Master the art of balancing taste and structure while learning frosting techniques and cake assembly tricks from expert instructors. Elevate your baking skills with hands-on experiences in a vibrant kitchen setting.
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Monday, Jun 10th, 12–4pm Eastern Time
Master the art of creating European-style mousse cakes and learn the secrets behind perfect sponge cakes, various mousse types, and stunning glazes. Join NY Cake Academy's Baking & Pastry Fundamentals class and discover the techniques for making meringues, different glaze types, and expert tips for cake assembly. Don't miss the chance to create and indulge in a Glazed Orange Chiffon and Raspberry Mousse Cake.
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Monday, Jun 17th, 12–4pm Eastern Time
I really enjoyed the class. Loved the way my cupcake floral decoration came out. I plan to take more courses from here. Love the store!
Jennifer S.
Description
N.Y. Cake & Baking Distributor first opened its doors known as the Chocolate Gallery more than 25 years ago. It was founded by Joan Mansour renowned cake decorator and gold medal award winner by the Societe Culinaire Philantropique. She not only was awarded National teacher of the year, regional teacher of the year and award for most students taught. She was also inducted into the Wilton Hall of Fame.
Since, customers asked repeatedly for a shop to purchase supplies to bake and decorate their cakes, she decided to emphasize more on baking products and we thereby became known as New York Cake and Baking Distributor. We have a 5,000 square foot store carrying everything you need. We became known as the “one stop shop” for all your baking needs as well as a baker’s paradise.
Joan opened up a school of cake decorating where she taught some of the most renowned cake decorators today in Manhattan. We were published in numerous magazines including Family Circle, Womens Day, and Martha Stewart Living as a source for purchasing cookie cutters, cake pans, gum paste cutters and tools, sanding colored sugars, silver and gold dragees, Petal dusts, Silver and gold powder, chocolate molds as well as many other hard to find items.
We are a wholesaler as well as retailer to all those who are interested in baking & decorating. Our flagship store is located in the Chelsea Area of Manhattan. We carry the full line of tools from the most basic to the hardest to find items. We enjoy serving the occasional baker to the most professional.
We have been rated in ZAGAT where it honors the businesses featured in America’s most prestigious Dining & Shopping Guide of 2009/10. New York Cake & Baking Distributor was quoted as “This flatiron shop stocks “everything for the sweet kitchen” from cake decorating supplies like food coloring, gum paste and sprinkles to cookie cutters, pans “ in any shape”, doilies and “ beautiful dragees” and decorations that “ pique the imagination” of “amateurs” and “professionals “ alike.
The New York Press has awarded New York Cake & Baking Distributors as the “Best place to get huge blocks of Bittersweet Valhrona Chocolate” in its Best of Manhattan 2009. Joan's two daughters, Lisa Mansour and Jenny Kash, have taken managerial control over Nycake with much continued success. Lisa is also lead instructor for Nycake Academy and Jenny has extended NYCAKE to the internet with online and wholesale services.
Accessibility: This school is not wheelchair accessible.
Reviews of NY Cake Academy
(4.6-star rating across
451 reviews)
NYC: Pasta Making (BYOB)
Reviewed by Hanna R. on 4/17/2024
We had an incredible time, thank you so much for hosting such a wonderful experience for our team. We were thrilled with the execution of the event and appreciated that you were willing to accommodate us bringing goodies in the morning.
NYC: Cookie Decorating (BYOB)
Reviewed by sophia g. on 3/28/2024
Our team had an amazing time!! Thank you so much!!
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by Camille R. on 2/18/2024
The class was great, the instructor was wonderful and the site was impressive with all the products available for sale! Highly recommend
Valentine Cake Pops
Anonymous review on 2/13/2024
LISA IS VERY PATIENT, WHICH MAKES HER A GREAT TEACHER.
Rose Cupcake
Reviewed by ann Z. on 2/11/2024
I absolutely loved this class. If only you could see the finished product… the cupcakes look so professional! The teacher broke everything down step-by-step and with the right tools making the perfect cupcake is totally doable. There was plenty of working space and it was very clean. I can’t wait to take another class.
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by Tatianah P. on 1/14/2024
Amazing
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by Hyacinth C. on 11/17/2023
I will be taking 102. which means this class was exceptional. Great and patient teacher.
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by Ava J. on 10/25/2023
I got a lesson that was excellent from beginning to end. I enjoyed the class
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by Emily C. on 10/14/2023
the class was everything I wanted as a true beginner! engaging and fun - great to learn some basics.
Cake Decorating 101
Anonymous review on 10/3/2023
Finished class 40 min earlier
Vintage Cake Decorating 102
Reviewed by Yashica G. on 9/24/2023
The instructor was patient & knew exactly how to support each person! Will absolutely take another class
Royal Icing Cookies
Reviewed by Joan S. on 9/23/2023
Knowledgeable teacher
Well planned and executed program
Supportive atmosphere
Good group of interested participants
I look forward to taking another.
Cake Decorating 101
Anonymous review on 9/17/2023
Chef Cynthia was patient and did a great job at answering questions.
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by Lori G. on 9/7/2023
The teacher (who I believe was the owner) was indifferent and sour faced. She did not make what should have been a fun class, fun.
Cake Decorating 101
Anonymous review on 8/27/2023
Instructor was great. The class was structured and timed perfectly.
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by Millie G. on 8/27/2023
The instructor was knowledgeable and we received great tips. However, the ingredients used were of very poor quality. As a result, terrible to work with and very poor taste. I do not recommend.
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by David P. on 8/27/2023
Great instructor!!
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by Clarice C. on 8/9/2023
It was a great class, super efficient, and loved how many techniques we learned with just a few tips. My one thing was that I would've loved to get to keep the supplies we used to practice at home.
Buttercream Floral Cupcake
Reviewed by Prige G. on 8/4/2023
Loved it.
Cake Decorating 101
Reviewed by KERRY H. on 7/20/2023
Lots of fun and technically very informative and easy to learn. Lisa is an amazing instructor! I highly recommend this class to anyone interested in cake decorating and perfecting their craft.
Students praise the classes at NY Cake Academy, mentioning helpful instructors who are knowledgeable and supportive. They appreciate the well-planned and executed programs and the supportive atmosphere. Many students express their desire to take another class, highlighting how much they enjoyed the learning experience. The classes provide hands-on learning, allowing students to practice and perfect their techniques in the moment.
Quotes:
1. "Very helpful for a hands-on class... instructor helped so much."
2. "The overall space was clean and organized... Each student got to work with 3 different piping tips and learned different techniques."
3. "The class was small but it was full of attention from the instructor... she was amazing."
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