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Classes & Training
Discover sugar art, cake decorating, and floral techniques inspired by the teaching legacy of Chef Nicholas Lodge. Explore learning opportunities designed to educate, inspire, and help decorators grow with confidence.
Why students loved learning from Nicholas
Learn from the best.
Chef Nicholas Lodge was known around the world for his remarkable talent, generous teaching style, and ability to make complex techniques approachable. His classes inspired decorators of every level and helped shape generations of sugar artists.
What you’ll find
Skills, techniques & inspiration
Explore classes in sugar flowers, cake decorating, gum paste, fondant work, and classic sugar art techniques. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced decorator, there is always something new to learn.
- Sugar flowers and floral techniques
- Cake decorating fundamentals
- Gum paste and fondant work
- Classic sugar art methods
- Creative inspiration for all skill levels
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Keep learning
A legacy that continues to inspire.
The passion Chef Nicholas Lodge shared through teaching continues to influence sugar artists around the world. We are proud to honor that legacy by sharing classes, resources, and opportunities to keep learning.
More classes and workshops to be added soon.
Boston–Atlanta–Nashville-Louisville KY area
Where would you like to see teach in person?
A new location for the home base of the International School of Sugar Art will be announced soon as The Sweet Chalet relocates to a new location.
Sat June 25-27, 2026 —
Location: Orlando Florida, Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel
CookieCon 2026
Join us for 3 Days of Fun. Learn Cookie Artist from all over the country. Meet new people and make new friends, all with the same passion for COOKIES!! Who doesn’t love cookies.
Vendor Hall will be open all 3 Days. Stop by booth 215-217 and check out the Demos and new products available.
Day Shopping Passes are available.
You’re welcome to purchase those on-site either Friday, June 26, or Saturday June 27
Sat July 25, 2026 — 10:00 am – 2:20 pm, EDT
Location: The Confectionery Academy @ D&G Occasions, 32803
Instructor: Donald Joiner
Introduction to Isomalt
Creating with isomalt is a great way to make impressive confectionery decorations and centerpieces. In this class you will learn the basic techniques for working with isomalt to create a small showpiece. No experience is necessary and everything is supplied. Just come ready to learn a new skill.
• Proper melting and cooling techniques
• Coloring
• Pouring isomalt
• Pulled isomalt
• Texturing
Students will take home the isomalt showpiece they create in class.
Age requirement: minimum age of 18
Mon-Wed August 17-19, 2026 — 9:30 am – 3:00 pm, EDT
Location: The Confectionery Academy @ D&G Occasions, 32803
Instructor: Donald Joiner
Simi Summer Camp 2026
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Cake Decorating & Sugar Techniques Workshops for Adults!
REGISTER NOW!
All the info below class descriptions, please read thoroughly
Join Donald Joiner and Sidney Galpern for 3 days of incredible edible blown sugar art, edible floral and bird designs, and so much more!
Monday Aug 17
9am-1pm- Fantasy Feather Bird Cake Topper with Donald Joiner
2pm-6pm- Lily Flower Cake Topper with Donald Joiner
7pm-8:30pm-Demo Night with Donald Joiner, Jessie Anne Reilly, and Sidney Galpern
Tuesday Aug 18
11am-3pm- Blown Isomalt Swans Topper with Sidney Galpern
Wednesday Aug 19
11am-5pm-Blown Isomalt Octopus with Sidney Galpern
Take one class or take them all! Multi class discounts will be available.
Payment plans available.
How to sign up? Email info@simicakes.com. Take only the classes you want!
Payment Plans available. Your seat is confirmed with first payment.
Host Hotel, Beachside Hotel & Suites, Cocoa Beach Florida