Pastry Training Centre of Vancouver

I have taken the introductory pastry course and the summer preserve course and loved both courses. Chef Marco doesn't just tell you how to do things, he tells you why as well. With the information from the courses you better understand how to experiment in the kitchen. And Marco you were right - raspberry, mango, lime jam! My family will never go back to plain raspberry again.

A friend of mine raved about their bread making class, that's how I found them. I see from other reviews that I am not the only one who find it hard to contact them as they don't tend to return your calls. But that's no reason to give them a low rating here so I took one star off because they are hard to connect with. In terms of rating for food, five stars. I wanted to share how great their cookies are – the best we've ever tasted – not sweet at all. I saw these by chance when I was picking up pastry flour from them. I've been there many times to pick up flour and typically, they have French pastries or chocolates. They promised to contact me when they have a bake sale, but I'm still waiting. I do wish they would offer cookies more often and tell me when they have them!!!

I took the 2 day introductory pastry course, a Christmas gift from my wife. I can't believe how much I learned from Marco. Not only is he an excellent teacher, he has entirely prepared the lessons so that there is a maximum of learning taking place at all times. The atmosphere is relaxed yet efficient. I've produced a Choux pastry desert for friends and family all of whom were very impressed. It was fun to demonstrate what I was taught.I am looking forward to taking more courses which I've discovered on his web site. If you want to learn how to bake properly and also learn WHY you should do the things you do, this is the place to learn!

10/10 would recommend who anyone who’s either serious about baking or just anyone who wants to bake at home. The small classroom setting makes the content of the lessons very digestible, and rest assured Marco and Cathy have put a lot of care and effort into these programs. The quality of the things you will be making there are higher than your typical bakery, so it won’t be easy but you will have a lot of fun doing it.

I took Chef Marco ‘s professional cake decorating class a few years ago and always wanted to come back to learn more.Marco ‘s classes were very productive, beneficial and I learned a lot about different methods of pastry. I highly recommend and I wish I had passed these classes earlier

I was looking for a pastry course to improve my skills and learn new things. The Pastry Training Centre of Vancouver was the best find. Marco is an amazing chef instructor and the way the course is built and taught, allowed me to have a better understanding and knowledge of the techniques and the science behind the world of pastries and baking. Cathy is the sweetest and always welcome you with a smile.I really enjoyed it and learned a lot, and will be coming back for more!

I completed the cake decorating program in January of this year. Its intensive and comprehensive as you learn the fundamentals and techniques that are becoming a lost art. Marco is a great teacher, extremely knowledgeable, and doesn't sugar coat anything which is great as this is the only way to improve your skills. Its a small class size which allows for more instruction if you are finding a particular technique challenging, all you have to do is ask! Also the smaller size fosters a sense of comradery with the other students and is lots of fun!There is so much to learn from this program. I finished the class with a whole new appreciation and passion for cakes. These lessons are not only helpful for baking but transferable to other areas of life. With Marcos instruction, I learnt to respect each step of the process, as they are all equally fundamental in making a beautiful creation, cake or otherwise!

I took the cake decorating course with Marco. He is a great teacher. When you are there, he expects you to pay attention and do your best. He demonstrates the techniques and encourage to ask questions. I thoroughly enjoyed the program which was offered in a compressed time over 8 days. I learned a lot and planning on taking some more courses. I will recommend this course to anyone who would like to learn more about cake decorating.

Marko is an excellent, knowledgable chef and instructor. The classes are well organized and it is truly amazing what you are able to successfully attain as the end product at the conclusion of the sessions. Would have no reservations about recommending to anyone who is interested in learning more about pastry/baking/decorating.