“Commencement”

This morning I had my first of many anticipated graduation ceremonies at the French Pastry School.  The students, having completed a 24-week intensive training program in all of the essentials necessary to succeed in the competitive pastry world, represented a wide range of emotions ranging from relieved (to be done with a challenging schedule of concentrated training) to excited (to be embarking on so many new career endeavors) to uncertain (of the current state of the pastry industry).  Although these individuals may be entering a competitive market just two weeks away from a generally lull time (January), I rest assured that they will each ultimately create a unique an satisfying niche in the trade. 

Just moments before the new grads and their friends and family arrived at the School, I managed to snap a few quick shots.  The following short series of photos represents a small part of the lavish buffet that the students created for today’s celebration to showcase their new-found skills. 

Those of you who may be in search of an enthusiastic, willing and prepared new member for your pastry staff, I encourage you to contact the French Pastry School with your open job postings.

Those of you whose mouth waters at the sight of the desserts and pastries portrayed in these images, I encourage you to consider visitng the School to find out more about how to apply for the l’Art de la Patisserie program or the new l’Art du Gateau program that will launch in August 2010.

The French Pastry School

226 West Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60606  USA
Phone: 312.726.2419   Fax: 312.726.2446
Email: info@frenchpastryschool.com

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