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Dec
14

New Year, New Classes

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New Year, New Classes

December is halfway done, our big sales of the year are all finished, so here at ISAC we are already getting ready to welcome 2016! Just like I said last week, Chef Nicholas will not be slowing down. In January alone he is teaching three classes at ISAC, three mini classes in Florida, and by the end of the month he will be in Chicago teaching at the French Pastry School! So, if you want to start the year with Chef Nicholas, let me tell you all about January's classes!

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Chef Lodge is meticulous in programming his classes, he has a unique way to teach, understandable without speaking his language an... Read More
Wednesday, 23 December 2015 19:42
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Dec
07

Walking in a Craftsy Wonderland!

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Walking in a Craftsy Wonderland!

The man is a machine. Chef Nicholas does not mess around when it comes to his profession. He is currently in Chicago teaching at the French Pastry School, but what he was doing last week is what I think will interest you most. RIGHT after the Thanksgiving holiday the Craftsy team flew into Atlanta. They had a lot to get done...

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Guest — Norma Barger
Hope all at the ISAC have a wonderful Christmas. Hope to see all of you soon.
Saturday, 12 December 2015 17:00
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Nov
30

The 12 Deals of Christmas Starts Today!

Posted by Stephanie
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The 12 Deals of Christmas Starts Today!

Can we talk about why December 2015 will be awesome? For starters, you're reading this blog and it's Tuesday! December is going to be so great I couldn't wait until Thursday to post! What is so awesome you ask? Well first off starting today is Chef Nicholas and ISAC's 12 Deals of Christmas sale! Second, we are only two weeks away from announcing the winner of the 4-hour private class with Chef Nicholas! Want to find about more about our great sale and how you can be the winner of the 4-hour private class? Well, my friends, read on...

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Guest — Jan Nelson Cole
Brilliant. I wish I lived in the US so I could be considered for the class but I wish everyone all the luck in the world and Merry... Read More
Tuesday, 01 December 2015 07:02
Guest — Patricia Martyres
Great deal but how do I access it? Tried to enter the code in the coupon box on the check out page, also tried to enter the code ... Read More
Tuesday, 01 December 2015 08:01
Stephanie
Hi Patricia, we noticed the error too. I have updated the blog with the code and a link. If you click on the 12 Deals of Christmas... Read More
Tuesday, 01 December 2015 09:05
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Nov
18

Gingerbread Houses and Giveaways!

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Gingerbread Houses and Giveaways!

23 Annual National Gingerbread House Competition

Earlier this week Chef Nicholas took up his judging duties at The Omni Grover Park Inn's 23 Annual National Gingerbread House Competition. As always all of the competitors delivered incredible gingerbread pieces, and judging was no easy task! This year's Grand Prize winner received a pretty spectacular prize pack valued at $7500 dollars: $5000 cash prize, 2-night Club Level stay at The Omni Grove Park Inn (including dinner, breakfast, and a spa visit), and a 2-day class with Chef Nicholas (including Renshaw products valued at $600). Man, I'd like to win that! Well... I bet you'd like me to show you some photos from the event, especially all the big winners! Oh, and after you enjoy all the gingerbread eye candy be sure to read about the two giveaways at the end of the blog!

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Guest — Kathy Fiffick
Totally awesome! Thanks so much for the pictures!
Thursday, 19 November 2015 10:32
Guest — Gayle Kay
Ooohhh how I adore gingerbread houses. Thanks so much for sharing some photos of those beautiful and creative works of art!!!... Read More
Friday, 20 November 2015 10:59
Guest — Marie
Lovely--thanks for sharing the pics!
Saturday, 21 November 2015 19:46
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Nov
11

Open House and the Winners of the SnowGlobe Competitions

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And the winners are...

First things first... I am pleased to announce the winners of the 2nd Annual Snow Globe Competition! The First Place winner in the youth category is Annabelle Columbo. In the adult category the Second Place winner is Lourdes Diaz, and the First Place winner is Christopher Taylor! Congratulations to all the winners and competitors, thank you for taking part in our fun holiday contest!

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Guest — Kathy Fiffick
I think this was a wonderful way to share the weekend! Keep it up!
Thursday, 12 November 2015 12:09
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Nov
02

Win a Holiday Surprise From Chef Nicholas!

Posted by Stephanie
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Win a Holiday Surprise From Chef Nicholas!

I am a huge fan of Halloween and Thanksgiving, so I normally get a bit touchy when I see holiday ads and hear holiday music before December 1st. That being said, I know there are many more people who LOVE starting the holiday season as early as possible and start listening to festive music on November 1st and get all their holiday shopping done before Thanksgiving even arrives! No joke, Molly (if you've been in our retail gallery or called us up... you know and love Molly) starts posting on facebook in the middle of summer saying, "X Weeks Until Christmas!" Seriously, ask her.

I'm not quite ready to jump on THAT bandwagon yet. However, this weekend, the ISAC team came up with a really fun and festive holiday contest. So this year I have agreed to start celebrating the holidays early this year. Chef Nicholas wants to giveaway a very personal prize to a fan (or a fan and a friend!). What kind of prize? Well... that depends on you! In 200 words or less, please answer the following question:

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Guest — Carol Brooke Walder
Wow what a fabulous Christmas present that would be to be taught by you again Nicolas after almost 30 years !! I couldn't think of... Read More
Thursday, 05 November 2015 12:18
Guest — Scott Ewing
Someone will win...Why not you?
Thursday, 05 November 2015 12:22
Guest — Donna Pease
Great Blob and Greater Prize. I haven't finished my little essay yet but it will be coming!
Saturday, 07 November 2015 01:44
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Oct
26

Brand New Super Special Craftsy Class!

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Brand New Super Special Craftsy Class!

On Monday, a new Craftsy class dropped called Show Stopping Sugar Flowers. This class is much different from any class Craftsy has released before. Why? Because it includes lessons from more than just one instructor! And guess who is (of course) one of the instructors of Show Stopping Sugar Flowers... yup! Chef Nicholas!

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Oct
19

Magic Color Change Royal Icing!

Posted by Stephanie
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Magic Color Change Royal Icing!

Photo courtesy of CKProducts.com

The holidays are right around  the corner. Halloween is a week away, Thanksgiving is a month away, and Chanukah and Christmas are just two months away. What makes all these holidays even more fun?! Cookies!! What makes cookies beautiful? Royal icing!! What's NOT fun? Coloring royal icing...

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Oct
12

2016 Class Schedule!!!!!!!

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2016 Class Schedule!!!!!!!

It's Here! It's Here!

Guess what?! The 2016 Nicholas Lodge Class Schedule has been released!!! Hooray!! I have had lots and lots of you asking me when it would be released, so today is your lucky day. Shall we talk about what Chef Nicholas has in store for all of you?

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Sep
30

ISAC Ultimate Edible SnowGlobe Competition 20151

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ISAC Ultimate Edible SnowGlobe Competition 20151

The entire ISAC family is very excited to announce the 2nd Annual ISAC Ultimate Edible SnowGlobe Competition! Last year was our inaugural event, and we were very pleased with all of the beautiful entries that we received. This year we have had many people ask if the competition would be held at our Grand Holiday Open House, and we are pleased to say YES! At our Open House event, November 7-8, 2015, all the SnowGlobes will be on display and guests will be able to vote for their favorites. The theme is Holiday Memories, so try and incorporate some favorite holiday event or tradtiions in your SnowGlobe.

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Sep
23

Open House, Sidney, and Josh!

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Open House, Sidney, and Josh!

Guess what? Our Grand Holiday Open House is only 6 weeks away!!! Have you signed up for your spot yet? This year we are going to have a brand new format and TWO, yes TWO guest instructors! Sidney Galpern and Joshua John Russell will both be gracing ISAC with their presence for your cake decorating pleasure! That's not all, both Sidney and Josh will be teaching classes after the Open House as well!!

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Sep
14

I Love Cupcakes

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I Love Cupcakes

This past weekend I whipped up a huge batch of cupcakes topped with fresh strawberry Swiss meringue buttercream. I have no events planned, no birthday party or bake sale. I just wanted a sweet and tasty treat. I really do just love me some cupcakes. As I was popping one of those teeny cakes into my mouth, I thought hey... I should write a cupcake blog! 

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I love cupcakes - always have and always will but I do think their popularity is waning, but like all things trendy - they will co... Read More
Thursday, 17 September 2015 11:13
Guest — Karen- Buttercup Baking Co.
Ha Ha! I never took Chemistry or did well in math, but often tell my daughters and young children how I use both in my baking busi... Read More
Monday, 21 September 2015 12:24
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Sep
09

Fun in the Fall

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Fun in the Fall

I do hope that you all enjoyed last week's post with all the fun new products! It was a fun way to start off the fall season here at ISAC. Continuing with the autumnal theme, I thought I would share some information about Chef Nicholas' upcoming classes, both here and in... CANADA!

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Sep
01

New Products at ISAC!

Posted by Stephanie
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New Products at ISAC!

Happy Thursday friends! After a CRAZY couple of months things are getting back to normal here at ISAC. Since there are no guest instructors or cake shows to write about this week, I am excited to share some really fun new products that I think you all will just love! 

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Ooooo! That Gerbera Daisy is gorgeous!!! That set would be my pick. Linda.simko@gmail.com
Thursday, 03 September 2015 06:27
Guest — Ruth Dunn
I want them ALL but especially the Picket Fence Cutter!! Ruth Dunn rwdunn59@gmail.com
Thursday, 03 September 2015 06:53
Guest — Bonnie Ardoin
I would love to own the Chunky Funky Alphabet tappit. Was a hard decision to make, all the new products look wonderful, but, guess... Read More
Thursday, 03 September 2015 09:52
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Aug
25

Pastry Live!

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Pastry Live!

Pastry Live 5 Photo Blog

Hiya friends! It has been a long while since I have done a photo blog, and I thought it would be a great idea to have one this week to share all of the amazing things we saw at Pastry Live this week. With all of the yummy cakes, chocolate, plated desserts, chocolates, seminars, and showpieces, I know you will enjoy this feast for the eyes. 

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Aug
17

Flavors of the World: Spice it up!

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Flavors of the World: Spice it up!

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Spice Up Your Life!

Summer is heating up with a too hot to handle edition of Chef Nicholas' Flavors of the World! This week our dear chef shares his thoughts on all kinds of different spices and peppers! And now, I'll turn things over to Chef Nicholas:

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Aug
10

Tis the season for Gingerbread?

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Tis the season for Gingerbread?

It's never too soon to start!

Last fall I wrote a blog about Chef Nicholas judging the annual National Gingerbread House Competition, hosted by the Omni Grove Park Inn. Well, now it's late summer a year later, and at ISAC this week Chef Nicholas received a letter asking him to judge the competition again this year! While we are excited to once again be part of this amazing event, I thought I would talk a bit about being a competitor in the National Gingerbread House Competition.

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Jul
27

ICES STARTS TODAY!!

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ICES STARTS TODAY!!

ICES Fun Facts

Today is the first day of the 40th annual ICES convention! I thought in honor of this big event, I would share some fun facts about the ICES organization today! 

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Jul
20

All that glitters...

Posted by Stephanie
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All that glitters...

I'm a big fan of sparkly cakes. Wait, let me start over. I'm a big fan of sparkly everything! When Molly (ISAC's most famous customer service specialist) suggestion writing a blog on edible sequins, I was totally on board! I started by talking to Chef Nicholas about the methods he shares with his students, searched Craftsy classes, and finally researched methods online. I have quite a bit to share with you, so let's get started!!

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Thanks, Stephanie! I've tried Marina's methods, and the others are definitely worth the time to explore!
Thursday, 23 July 2015 07:03
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Stephanie, I experimented with the different methods described in the blog a while back, and they work great. But I did try someth... Read More
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Teresa- Thanks for sharing your method! I love it and hope other try it out too! I know I will be.
Monday, 03 August 2015 10:57
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Jul
13

TruColor Winners- A Day late!

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TruColor Winners- A Day late!

I have to apologize profusely!!! I was supposed to post the winners of the TruColor blog from last week yesterday. Unfortunately, I was writing up this week's upcoming blog yesterday, and it totally slipped my mind! Sorry, sorry, sorry! Please oh please forgive me! :( Now, would everyone like to know the winners of the three TruColor prizes?!

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Oh My Goodness. Thank you I am thrilled to be a winner. I can hardly wait to try this new powdered product. I so enjoyed my Cra... Read More
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