Cake Decorating Workshops and Macaron Classes
Step into our calm, welcoming Kent studio and enjoy a hands-on, in person day of learning, creativity and indulgence. Whether you’re discovering macarons for the first time or refining your decorating skills, our workshops are designed to help you feel relaxed, supported and genuinely confident in what you create.
You’ll learn professional techniques in a friendly, unhurried setting, leave with beautiful bakes to take home and the knowledge to recreate them.
At Bluebell Kitchen, we believe the best learning happens when you feel comfortable, inspired and well looked after. Our workshops are small, fun and informal making them suitable for all abilities. From complete beginners to confident home bakers.
Everything is provided for you, from high quality ingredients and specialist tools to refreshments throughout the day. We promise you’ll leave with a host of new skills, a box of delicious creations and a desire to push boundaries in your own baking.
“I had a fabulous one to one class with the amazing ladies at Bluebell Kitchen…learning new skills how to bake and paint beautiful macarons…they are so patient and knowledgeable and great teachers” – Lita, Private 1:1 Class
Which workshop will you choose?
Introduction to Macarons Class
A relaxed, hands-on introduction to making classic French macarons from scratch. Learn the fundamentals, build confidence and leave with your own handmade macarons. Perfect for beginners.
Gourmet Giant Macarons
Class
Learn the foundations of macaron making in this relaxed, beginner class while creating giant and gourmet macarons with bold flavours, generous fillings and simple decorative finishes.
One to One Cake Decorating Classes
A completely personalised experience, tailored to your goals. Ideal if you’d like focused guidance, to learn a specific skill or to build confidence at your own pace.
Cake Decorating & Macaron Class Vouchers
Treat someone special to a Bluebell Kitchen workshop voucher. Each class combines creativity and hands-on expertise for an unforgettable, indulgent experience.
Meet your Teachers
Every cake decorating workshop and macaron class is taught by Erica and Charlie. We're the mother and daughter team behind Bluebell Kitchen. We share a love of sugar flowers, delciously moreish macarons and generous, well-balanced flavours.
Our classes are friendly and relaxed, with plenty of gentle guidance, encouragement and the occasional giggle along the way. We’re here to help you feel comfortable, build confidence and maybe even surprise yourself by trying something new.
FAQS
Where will my workshop take place?
Our cake decorating workshops and macaron classes all take place at our home-based studio in Maidstone, Kent.
We are within easy reach of the M20, junction 5 and close to mainline train stations for travel from London and all of Kent and the South East.
Detailed directions to Bluebell Kitchen by car and train, accommodation and taxi information will be provided once your booking is confirmed.
What do I need to bring with me?
You don’t need to bring anything, we will provide all tools and equipment, including aprons!
Drinks, light lunch (full day class only) and delicious snacks will be provided.
Please inform Bluebell Kitchen of any dietary requirement/ allergies on booking your cake decorating workshop or macaron class.
What experience do I need to join a workshop?
Probably one of the first things you’ll ask before signing up to any cake decorating workshop.
If you’re a beginner, but don’t know your sugar paste from your flower paste or your macaron from your macaroon, no problem. Our classes are small, taught almost one to one so that we can tailor them to your experience.
Already made macarons and want to level up your skills and baking techniques? Then our more advanced patisserie desserts class experimenting with different styles and finishes is for you.
What will I get to take home with me?
You’ll take home everything that you’ve made along with full recipes, tips and tricks to recreate your newfound skills at home and suggestions where you can buy equipment from.
If you have any question, big or small, you can always phone or email us and we’ll answer it as quickly as we can. We’ll always try to help so that your learning doesn’t stop at the end of the cake decorating workshop or macaron class.
How do I book a workshop?
You can book your cake decorating workshop or macaron class online, under the individual class details. Please read the terms and conditions for more details.
In the unlikely event that Bluebell Kitchen has to cancel your cake decorating workshop or macarons class, including if we do not have the minimum number of students booked onto that class, we will offer a full refund. Please note: Bluebell Kitchen cannot be held liable for any money spent on accommodation, travel arrangements etc.
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