March 29, 2006
by Sarah Christensen
Local Education Columnist
In this day and age of sedentary lifestyles, everybody seems to be watching their weight, so you may be wondering if there is a future in professional pastry and desserts. Luckily, there seems to be a resurgence of interest in deserts and other healthy options. Today, people are far more likely to indulge in something "naughty but nice."
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Desserts and pastries need not be that fattening. Some of the most amazing tasting desserts are actually good for you. If you are interested in good food that doesn't have to be bad, then check out professional pastry and desserts training porgrams at a Vancouver culinary school.
What Will I Learn at a Vancouver Culinary School?
First, you'll need to master the basics--courses might cover food science, pastry making, mousses, sorbets, ices, chocolate, souffles, meringues, glazes, sweet sauces, and spun sugar work to name a few. You'll also learn how to present your creations beautifully.
Why a Vancouver Culinary School?
Canada's multicultural influences have made their mark in Vancouver, and it really shows in the quality and diversity of the restaurants and culinary career education programs.
Beyond the kitchen, Vancouver relishes its outdoorsy reputation with a wide variety of world-class ski and watersport facilities. Interesting things to see and do include Dr Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, a native long house, housed in the Museum of Anthropology, and of course Vancouver Island.
With so many options and opportunities in the kitchen and out, Vancouver may be the perfect place to attend culinary school.
About the Author
Sarah Christensen is the Managing Director of an Internet based footwear company. She has worked for various international corporations including 3M. After many years of corporate sales and marketing, she devoted her time to business development specializing in small start-ups and e-commerce. Sarah graduated from King's College, University of London with a degree in Chemistry and Business Studies.
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