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This class has been rescheduled to Friday, July 10.
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The Art of the Summer Pavlova
Master pavlova piping techniques in this spring workshop. Learn meringue, fruit compote & infused cream, then enjoy your edible masterpiece with tea.
program overview
The Pavlova is more than a dessert, it is a grand centerpiece designed to impress. Celebrate Spring by crafting a meringue masterpiece piled high with seasonal fruits, flowers, and a cloud of cream.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll master both fundamental and intricate piping techniques to create a showstopping structure. I will guide you step-by-step through making the perfect meringue, seasonal fruit compote, and infused cream.
After all the fun, we’ll gather to enjoy our creations over tea. You’ll head home with your own personal Pavlova to recreate the magic all weekend long.
instructor Overview
Leila Clement
I am a professional pastry cook and baker who believes the best way to connect is through something made by hand. My own culinary journey began as a self-taught learner, which gives me a unique perspective on how to break down complex skills effectively. Having worked in fine-dining pastry departments and award-winning bakeries, I now focus on bridging the gap between professional technique and the home kitchen.
Because I started exactly where you are, I find so much joy in helping students break through technical barriers and grow their confidence. I am a firm believer in staying in a ‘student mindset’. I view class as a collaborative space where we can all learn from one another. I can’t wait to see what we create together!
Through teaching, I now focus on bridging the gap between professional technique and the home kitchen.
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All Silver Memberships and above receive 10% off the registration cost for any class purchase over $40.
Materials fees are not discounted.
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Class FAQ
We ask that you notify us at least 10 days in advance of a class if you need to cancel your registration. You may cancel by phone or email and we will gladly offer you a refund or credit toward a future class. If you cancel with less than 10 days’ notice, we will not be able to provide refunds, due to our contractual obligations and material purchases for each class.
Sometimes, the Sonoma Community Center has to cancel a class due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances, such as a natural disaster or health emergency. If this happens and we do not offer a reschedule date, you will be refunded 100% of your registration fee (minus the payment processing and services fee), or credit towards a future class. If we are able to offer a reschedule date but you are unable to make the new date, we will gladly offer credit towards a future class.
All credits must be used within 1 year.
You can view our full class policies and guidelines here.
The Sonoma Community Center is committed to creating an accessible learning environment. If you require any special considerations(medical, physical, learning) please share them with Sean Baskin, Program Associate, by emailing him at [email protected] so that he can forward them to the relevant Program Director and Instructor.
Late additions to any program, class, or workshop that has already begun will be allowed on a per-case basis depending upon the Program Director & instructors approval. Late additions will have to pay the full registration cost of the class, along with any materials fees, and will not be prorated for the time missed. You may reach out to the program directors directly, or the Program Associate Sean Baskin at [email protected] to request a late addition.
We are always looking for new instructors. You can fill out the form directly here.
Friday, July 10, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Friday, July 10, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Experience Level
All-Levels, Beginning, Intermediate and AdvancedAge(s)
18-overRegistration Cost:
$100
Materials Fee:
Included
Total Registration Cost:
$100
