Cake Decorating for Beginners

Ready to turn your cake dreams into reality? Join award-winning Sugar Artist and Food Network Competitor Michele Sweeney for a fun, hands-on cake decorating class that's perfect for beginners. Over six weeks, you'll dive into the world of cake making, from baking the perfect cake to whipping up two types of buttercream, mastering piping techniques, and transforming simple desserts into edible works of art. You'll get to practice piping flowers and borders, learning to fill your piping bags like a pro and color buttercream for eye-catching designs. By the end, you'll have decorated cupcakes and an impressive eight-inch cake that's sure to wow at your next celebration! With one baking class via Zoom and the rest in-person, this class is all about collaboration, creativity, and cake, what more could you want? Just bring your apron, a sack lunch, and get ready to impress!

This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.

Cake Decorating for Beginners

Ready to turn your cake dreams into reality? Join award-winning Sugar Artist and Food Network Competitor Michele Sweeney for a fun, hands-on cake decorating class that's perfect for beginners. Over six weeks, you'll dive into the world of cake making, from baking the perfect cake to whipping up two types of buttercream, mastering piping techniques, and transforming simple desserts into edible works of art. You'll get to practice piping flowers and borders, learning to fill your piping bags like a pro and color buttercream for eye-catching designs. By the end, you'll have decorated cupcakes and an impressive eight-inch cake that's sure to wow at your next celebration! With one baking class via Zoom and the rest in-person, this class is all about collaboration, creativity, and cake, what more could you want? Just bring your apron, a sack lunch, and get ready to impress!

• Oct 03, 2026 to Nov 07, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm (6 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $325
• Item: 39472
• A $100 cash supply fee is due to the instructor at the start of class. Please inform the instructor of any food allergies. Be sure to bring an apron and a sack lunch.
  Supplies are required for this course.

Cookie Decorating for Beginners

Ready to turn plain sugar cookies into edible works of art? Join award-winning Sugar Artist and Food Network Competitor, Michele Sweeney, for a fun-filled cookie decorating adventure! Whether you're a beginner or just looking to level up your skills, this class will guide you through the essentials of working with royal icing. You'll learn how to master icing consistencies, outline and flood like a pro, and create stunning designs for any occasion. Plus, you'll learn how to make your own sprinkles and royal icing transfers to add that extra flair to your creations. Each quarter brings fresh themes, so there's always something new to decorate! Bring an apron, wear your comfiest clothes, and don't forget a sack lunch - this is one deliciously creative day you won't want to miss!

• Aug 22, 2026 to Aug 22, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $95
• Item: 15996
• A $45 cash supply fee is due to the instructor at the start of class.
  Check out the Supplies List to see what the fee covers and to find out what other items you should bring. Please inform the instructor of any food allergies.
  Bring a packed lunch to class. MicroMarket is closed on weekends.

   

From Plan to Plate: Fall Garden Beds for Cozy Cooking

In this online class, design a productive fall garden bed for cool-season cooking. You’ll learn what to plant and when using three themed garden plans that help you grow what you cook. We’ll cover timing, frost protection, and crop rotation for better results in Seattle’s cooler weather and lower light.

The Soup Garden features kale, leeks, carrots, celery, and parsley. The Roasting Garden includes beets, garlic, Brussels sprouts, and shallots. The Stir-Fry Garden highlights bok choy, scallions, Swiss chard, and mustard greens.

You’ll also get simple recipes that match each theme so you can plan meals around what’s in your garden. Planning worksheets, growing guides, and planting timelines are included to help you get started.

Whether you’re new to gardening or want to extend your harvest, this class connects planting with practical cooking. No experience needed, just an interest in food and a plan to grow it.

• Aug 23, 2026 to Aug 23, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Sunday
• Fee: $70
• Item: 16880

Holiday Bread Baking: Yeast & Quick Breads

Bake along with Chef Michele in this live online class and learn how to make three versatile breads perfect for the holiday season while building confidence with both yeast and quick bread techniques.

You’ll make a soft, buttery garlic and herb Parker House–style pull-apart loaf using a yeast-based dough, perfect for sharing at holiday dinners. You’ll also bake a gingerbread streusel coffee cake, a quick bread that’s ideal for breakfast or hosting guests and freezes beautifully.

In addition, you’ll prepare cheddar chive buttermilk biscuits to freeze and bake later, giving you a ready-to-go option for fresh biscuits without the day-of effort.

This class focuses on approachable techniques so you can understand the difference between yeast and quick breads and feel confident making both at home. You’ll leave with go-to recipes and practical skills you can use all season long.

You’ll receive a shopping and equipment list 5 days before class, a prep packet with recipes and Zoom link 2 days before class, and a full video replay after class.

One registration covers up to two people cooking together in the same kitchen.

• Nov 14, 2026 to Nov 14, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $80
• Item: 39475
• Students will receive a shopping and equipment list 5 days before class, a prep packet with recipes and Zoom link 2 days before class, and a full video replay after class. One registration covers up to two people cooking together in the same kitchen.

Holiday Pie Making

Flaky or cardboard… what’s going on with pie crust? It’s not luck. Bake along with Chef Michele in this live online class and learn the science and technique behind creating tender, foolproof pie crusts you can rely on every time.

You’ll make and bake a salted caramel apple pie with a classic lattice top right from your own kitchen. Along the way, you’ll build confidence working with dough, learn how to avoid common mistakes, and understand what actually makes a crust tender and flaky.

You’ll also get recipes for chocolate cream pie, pumpkin pie, and Chef Michele’s personal favorite, cheesecake so you can expand your holiday baking lineup.

You’ll receive a shopping and equipment list 5 days before class, a prep packet with recipes and Zoom link 2 days before class, and a full video replay after class.

One registration covers up to two people cooking together in the same kitchen.

• Nov 08, 2026 to Nov 08, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Sunday
• Fee: $70
• Item: 39474
• Supplies are required for this course.
  Students will receive a shopping and equipment list 5 days before class, a prep packet with recipes and Zoom link 2 days before class, and a full video replay after class. One registration covers up to two people cooking together in the same kitchen.

Gnocchi from Scratch

Learn how to make soft, pillowy gnocchi from scratch in this hands-on online class. You’ll mix, shape, and cook gnocchi using a simple, approachable method that gives you consistent results every time.

We’ll pair it with a rich brown butter sage sauce and caramelized butternut squash. The dish is warm, nutty, and balanced with just the right brightness. You’ll leave with the confidence to make gnocchi from scratch, handle dough without overthinking it, and build a complete, restaurant-style dish at home.

You’ll receive a shopping and equipment list 5 days before class, a prep packet with recipes and Zoom link 2 days before class, and a full video replay after class.

One registration covers up to two people cooking together in the same kitchen.

• Oct 11, 2026 to Oct 11, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Sunday
• Fee: $80
• Item: 39568
• Supplies are required for this course.
  Students will receive a shopping and equipment list 5 days before class, a prep packet with recipes and Zoom link 2 days before class, and a full video replay after class. One registration covers up to two people cooking together in the same kitchen.