Foundations of Ganache: A Tutorial with David Upchurch
By popular demand, David Upchurch is returning to guide us through a comprehensive tutorial on making ganache. During this session, he’ll cover essential topics such as:
Join us for this exciting and informative presentation via Zoom. Don't miss out on the opportunity to elevate your ganache skills!
9:45am to 11:30am PST
FREE to Bakers Dozen Members $25 to Non Members
About David Upchurch:
David grew up in the South, where he developed a deep appreciation for good food and cooking from a very young age. His earliest food memories are centered around family—preserving summer produce, baking, and enjoying Sunday dinners with four generations.
He attended Georgia Tech, where he studied architecture and history, and spent a year in Paris, France. It was during this time that he discovered his passion for chocolate and fine pastry. David pursued his newfound interest by taking pastry classes at City College and later refining his skills at the San Francisco Baking Institute.
David’s journey in the world of chocolate took another significant step when he joined Michael Recchiuti’s renowned chocolate team and worked closely with Amanda Snouffer. Over the years, his studies with European chocolatiers have proved invaluable in shaping his expertise.
In his work with cacao farmers and artisan chocolate makers, David reflects, “I gain deeper insight into the fragility of cacao and the complexities of chocolate. Chocolate is entwined with humanity—from the farmer to you, from the Easter Bunny to issues of forced labor. My goal is to create experiences with chocolate that are delicious, enlightening and soulful as well. Let’s explore."
