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Master the art of sugar cookies from scratch with Baking With Oma Yaya in Dee Why. Learn Royal Icing secrets and decorating techniques in this hands-on baking workshop.
3–3.5 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Master the art of sugar cookies from scratch with Baking With Oma Yaya in Dee Why. Learn Royal Icing secrets and decorating techniques in this hands-on baking workshop.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–3.5 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required—primarily standing and hand dexterity needed.
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History
Dee Why’s name derives from an Aboriginal word meaning 'place of many waters,' reflecting its coastal significance for the Guringai people.
Conservation
Local businesses, including Baking With Oma Yaya, support sustainability by sourcing fresh, local ingredients and reducing waste in their classes.
Baking With Oma Yaya
Master the art of sugar cookies from scratch with Baking With Oma Yaya in Dee Why. Learn Royal Icing secrets and decorating techniques in this hands-on baking workshop.
Baking With Oma Yaya is a baking school and workshop provider located in Dee Why, New South Wales. The business specialises in sugar cookie decorating, cupcake decorating and a range of hands-on and online classes that teach practical skills such as royal icing techniques, buttercream piping and flower piping. Classes include both in-person workshops (hosted from the Dee Why area) and structured online courses for students who prefer remote learning.
Baking With Oma Yaya offers a curriculum suitable for complete beginners through to advanced decorators. Entry-level workshops cover foundational skills like buttercream from scratch and basic piping, while intermediate and advanced online courses focus on multi-tone blending, intricate piping styles, sculpted decorations and competition-ready cupcake designs.
Students receive step-by-step instruction, recipes and practical tips designed to help them recreate classroom techniques at home. Popular experiences include sugar cookie classes that teach both royal icing and fondant techniques, hands-on cakesicle and cakepop workshops, and themed cupcake bouquet arranging sessions.
The business markets a clear class list, online course access and takeaway recipes so participants can practise after class. Baking With Oma Yaya is positioned as a skill-building resource for home bakers, hobbyists and decorators in New South Wales and online, emphasising practical technique, creative design and incremental learning.
Location
Dee Why, NSW
Local workshops based in Dee Why
Classes Offered
7 Experiences
Range from beginner to advanced
Delivery
Online & In-person
Flexible class formats available
Skills Taught
Piping & Icing
Royal icing, buttercream, flowers
Book a Sugar Cookie or Cupcake class in Dee Why or enrol in an online course today — improve piping, royal icing and decorating skills.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Dress comfortably since you’ll spend a few hours standing and working in the kitchen.
All Equipment Provided
No need to bring baking tools—everything you need is supplied at the workshop.
Bring a Smile and Creativity
Come ready to have fun and unleash your decorating skills in a relaxed setting.
Book Ahead for Groups
Private group classes can be arranged by contacting the organizer in advance.
Comfortable Shoes
You’ll be standing for several hours, so wear shoes that support you well.
Apron
Aprons are usually provided, but bringing one you like can add comfort and style.
Notebook and Pen
Taking notes on icing techniques helps retain valuable decorating tips.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture your creations to share your baking achievements with friends later.