Diploma in Baking & Patisserie - 2

Course Curriculum

Baking

Authentic cakes
Modern cakes
Tea cakes
Travel cakes
Bar cakes
Cupcakes and muffins
Biscuits
Sponges
Brownies
Cookies
Shortbreads
Gateaux
Tortes
Wedges
Cheesecakes
Vegan cakes
Gluten-free bakes
Commercial breads
Artisan breads
International breads

Patisserie

Classic European pastries
Breakfast pastries
Viennoisserie
Croissant
Danish Pastry
Puff pastry
Filo pastry
Short crust pastries
Choux au craquelin
Croquembouche

Cake Artistry and Decoration

Piping techniques
Whipped cream
Buttercream
Royal icing
Palette knife painting
Cake sculpting
Sharp edges (buttercream, ganache, whipped cream)
Piping flowers (whipped cream, buttercream, Korean jelly flowers)
Geode cakes
Sugar crafting – designer cakes
Fondant, Gum paste, Modelling paste
Modelling chocolate
Gum paste flowers
Wafer paper flowers
Wedding cakes (real cakes) – designing, torting, icing, draping, stenciling, textures, mixed media, onlay, metallic, crackle effect, isomalt, air brushing.

Chocolates Confectionary and Contemporary Baking

Chocolates
Truffles and fudges
Macarons
Meringues
Nougat
Marshmallow
Desserts in a jar
Verrines
Short glass desserts
Frozen desserts
Plated desserts
Modern French entremets

Holistic Learning Experience-

FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY - Elevate your culinary creations with the art of food photography. Learn the intricacies of styling, capturing still life and live photographs, and basic editing techniques to add an enticing touch to your dishes.
CAREER COUNSELLING OPPORTUNITIES - Navigate the vast ocean of career possibilities in the baking industry. Whether you aspire to start your own baking venture, run a business on various scales, set up a home bakery, supply products, provide tutoring, or work as a pastry chef in renowned restaurants, our guidance will help you make informed career choices.
ALUMNI TALK - Engage in meaningful conversations with fellow peers who have successfully carved their paths in the baking world after graduating from Kruthi Art of Baking. Benefit from their shared experiences in this interactive course.
BUDGETING, COSTING AND PRICING - Beyond creativity lies the essential understanding of business operations. Explore cash flows, costing, and budget forecasting as an entrepreneur. Gain insights into retail-level pricing strategies and streamline menus to align with market demands.
MARKETING SESSIONS - Unveil the power of marketing in the culinary realm. Learn to navigate marketing channels effectively and employ diverse strategies for both retail and bulk customers. Develop a well-executed plan to promote your culinary creations and thrive in the competitive market.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP ENHANCEMENT - In the thriving landscape of food entrepreneurship, we guide you in pursuing your mission and achieving your goals smartly and innovatively. Polish your entrepreneurial skills with insights from recognized entrepreneurs, ensuring you stand out in the dynamic world of culinary entrepreneurship.

Meet Our Chefs

LAVANYA V KOTHA

Lavanya V Kotha, the visionary behind Kruthi Art of Baking, stands as a distinguished cake artist, pâtissier, and consultant, celebrated for her mastery in creating delectable egg-free and gelatin-free delights. With a remarkable history as a freelance baker, she has garnered recognition for her innovative recipe development and exquisite cake decorations. A true creative force, Lavanya has left an indelible mark on the baking community with her creative and stylish approach. Through her brainchild, "Kruthi Art of Baking," she not only showcases her talents but also serves as a mentor, nurturing the skills of aspiring bakers and guiding them toward a path of success.

Rakesh Saini

Rakesh Saini is a distinguished chocolatier and sugar artist, dedicated to his craft. Holding the esteemed title of Master Chocolatier, he is certified as a "bean to bar" maker and recognized as a "Master of Chocolate Flavors" by the Ecole School of Chocolate in California. His extensive training includes prestigious programs at the Felchin Academy in Switzerland and under award-winning chocolatiers in Australia. Rakesh's expertise shines in the intricate processes of bean-to-bar chocolate making, skillful blending of chocolates, and mastering an array of delightful flavors.

Rachana Aggarwal

Hailing from New Delhi, Rachna Aggarwal is a seasoned bakery and confectionery professional, specializing in the art of eggless baking. Her expertise extends to intricate sugar crafting and the creation of exquisite wedding cakes. As a skilled trainer with years of hands-on experience in the baking craft, Rachna has honed her mastery through training at prestigious international institutes. Her teaching techniques have garnered widespread appreciation from students, highlighting her commitment to imparting valuable skills in the realm of baking.

What Students Say

Babitha S H

From Banglore

One of the best institute for egg free baking. I did my diploma and it was amazing. I felt 2 months was less to learn baking and to get a diploma certificate. But they covered everything, from breads to wedding cakes. Got a lot of theory knowledge about baking. Lots of practice was given during the practical classes.Our mentor was the most patient and friendly one.

subhashini matrubai

From Banglore

Where should I start?? Everything is so great about this Academy.. I completed my Diploma de Patisserie here, everything was just so perfect, I've learnt so much here. All the credit goes to Chef Lavanya who was constantly there guiding us, she is patient and conscientious teacher who really takes the time to make us understand that we get all the techniques right!!!!

Kritya Chowatia

From Banglore

I had done the eggfree diploma in baking and patisserie and it was the most amazing Hands on i have ever experienced. The support after course has been the best received after any course, Chef Lavanya, Chef Suma, Chef Anusha have been there throughout clearing our smallest of doubts and the sharing the maximum knowledge. This course is undoubtedly the best in all the possible ways.

Jyothi Shroff

From Texas

Lavanya of Kruthi is a treasure house of creativity. She can make any art look exquisite and to the trend in town. She's an amazing teacher, well organized trainer and delivers much more than promised, approachable, very responsive andkind hearted. Thank you so much

Vidhya Jaju

From Bangalore

Had an amazingggggg Boutique style pasterrie class lavanya ma'am.The way you taught all the techniques and answered all our doubts. And also with so much funnnn while teaching Thank you so muchhhh.

Sneha Ahuja

Attended Lavanya's first online monogram cake workshop, truly an amazing experience, she patiently answered all the queries during the session and even after the session.Very informative and very well explained. Looking forward to more! Thanks Lavanya.

Alekhya Suhas

From Bangalore

It was pleasure meeting Lavanya. I built confidence in myself to learn baking and gave it a try... I felt super easy after attending her class... Thanks a lot Lavanya.

Bhavana Prasad

From Bangalore

You have been an all rounder. The creativity I see on all your crafts are out of the box. The best desserts that I have tasted..... Too good recipes which are quick fix types designed for these days working mommies.

Prerana Rajendrakumar

From Bangalore

Hi Lavanya! You've done an amazing job ! Thanks for baking such beautiful cup cakes for my bday. It was indeed a pleasant surprise. I was extremely happy about such detailing you captured !! Cake was yummy too !! Good luck darling :)

Zulekha Memon

From Dubai

Lavanya Kotha is a bundle of creativity. I had enrolled myself for few of her workshops in Bangalore - was a fabulous experience. She is a wonderful teacher. Thanks to her teachings I was not only able to learn new things in the baking world .Thanks once again!