Master Holiday Cookie Decorating in Oshawa: Festive Workshop at Parkwood Estate
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for all ages 14 and up.
Overview
Join the Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop at Parkwood Estate in Oshawa and learn expert royal icing techniques to create festive, hand-decorated treats. Perfect for bakers of all levels looking to add a professional touch to their holiday celebrations.
Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop
Friday December 12 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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About This Adventure
Join our festive cookie decorating class and unleash your creativity! Learn essential techniques like flooding, piping, and layering to craft beautiful holiday cookies. Perfect for all skill levels, you'll leave with delicious, hand-decorated treats and the confidence to impress at any celebration. All materials are provided—just bring your imagination!
Join us for a fun and creative Valentine’s cookie decorating class where you’ll learn how to make these beautifully designed cookies step by step!
In this class, you will: • Master the wet-on-wet technique to create smooth and intricate designs. • Learn how to correctly hold and control your piping bag for precision. • Discover the art of icing transfers to make standout decorations. • Perfect the flooding technique for a flawless base on your cookies. • Add finishing details and textures to bring your cookies to life.
By the end of the class, you’ll take home six hand-decorated cookies and the skills to create stunning cookie designs for any occasion. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to improve your decorating techniques, this class is perfect for you!
All materials and supplies are provided—just bring your creativity!
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Check-In
Check in 10 minutes early inside the Gift Shop to get settled before the workshop begins.
Carpool to Save Parking Space
Parking is limited; carpooling helps secure a spot and reduces hassle.
Comfortable Clothing Recommended
Wear comfortable clothes to enjoy two hours of hands-on decorating without distraction.
Bring Your Imagination
Although materials are provided, creativity is the best ingredient for standout cookies.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Northern Cardinals seen year-round in the estate's gardens.
- White-tailed deer occasionally spotted in surrounding green spaces.
History
Parkwood Estate was the family home of automobile magnate R.S. McLaughlin, reflecting early 20th-century Canadian industrial wealth and architecture.
Conservation
The estate supports sustainable practices through careful maintenance of its historic grounds and promotion of eco-friendly events like this workshop.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Apron
Protects your clothes while decorating cookies indoors in the winter season.
winter specific
Comfortable, Non-Slip Shoes
Keeps you stable and comfortable during the workshop's standing and moving activities.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture your festive creations to share with friends and family.
Reusable Tote Bag
Bring your decorated cookie tray home safely and sustainably.