A couple weeks ago a friend asked me if I ever made any vegan desserts. A friend of hers is a vegan and her birthday was coming up. Timing is everything because I had bought a vegan cookbook and was looking for a reason to try out some new recipes.
I ended up making 2 types of vegan cupcakes for the birthday girl and I've gotten great reviews! I made a vanilla cupcake with raspberry "buttercream"...I think the cupcake still needs a little tweaking but the frosting was pretty tasty, if I do say so myself! ;-) The second kind was a chocolate stout cupcake with a peanut butter "buttercream"...I got lots of compliments on this one! My boyfriend can't get enough of the frosting ...I'd say that was a good outcome! :-)
I am thrilled I have had such luck with my culinary experiments! It is so great to know that I can make people happy with something that I create in my tiny little kitchen!
Although, I didn't get the baker position that I tried out for, I ended up getting a different position at the same bakery. I trained for 3 days this past week which was an eye opening experience! There is nothing easy about working in a bakery! I never stopped moving the whole time I was there! I felt like I was a in a whirlwind and couldn't quite catch my breath! As hard as it was, I was still happy to be there. I'm hoping I can grow and learn from this experience. I definitely have to check my ego since I am the newbie. I wanted to change the direction of my career so I have to roll with the punches. I am happy with my decision and am trilled I am doing something to make change happen!
The picture below is an example of a Tinypop Treat. It is a trifle with almond pound cake, fresh berries, vanilla custard and whipped cream. I made this treat for Mother's Day and my Uncle's birthday. I'm hoping it's a hit! :-)
I'm not so good at blogging yet so please excuse the lull in my posts! :-p
Well bad news first...I didn't get the job at the local bakery. :-( I'm going to say it is their loss and look forward to other opportunities! :-)
Deciding to look for a job in baking is career change for me, I know there will be hurdles to overcome and challenges to face. This is something that I really want so I am determined to stay positive and keep trying!
I need to advertise Tinypop Treats better and get some business on my own! I think I make great products so I just need to get out there and make people taste the goodness! :-)
More to come from Chef Amy soon!
