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September 2011 

 

 

Greetings!

  

We would like to send out a special congratulations to Ron Ben-Israel for the launch of his new Food Network show, Sweet Genius.  It's a whole new concept in dessert competition, with some interesting twists and turns throughout each show.  With Ron's reputation as one of the world's finest pastry chefs and cake artists, he has certainly earned the qualification to decide who will be the next Sweet Genius.    We thank Ron Ben-Israel Cakes for providing us with the following photos from the show's set and from the premier party hosted by the International Culinary Center, where Ron teaches his craft.   

 

Ron has been a good friend for many years and we're happy for his success.  All the best to you, Ron.  We'll be watching every episode.   


Kind regards, 

 

Kevin

Kevin O' Reilly, Founder and CEO 

Satin Fine Foods, Inc.   

 

 

Ron and contestants on the set
Ron and contestants on the set of "Sweet Genius"

 

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Ron Ben-Israel
Ron Ben-Israel
Ron at the premier party. That's his "Operations Etc" extraordinaire, Rebecca, watching with him
 
BAKING FOR A CAUSE

CUPCAKES FOR CRITTERS Cupcakes for Critters 

Cupcakes for Critters kicked off September 17th with an elaborate bake sale to support the Helen Woodward Animal Center in Santa Fe, CA.  Launching a 3-month long event, retail and at-home bakers came to show off their creative cupcakes.  All proceeds of the sale will support orphaned animals.  Ro Zinninger, of Ro Z's Sweet Art Studio, was there demonstrating how to fill, ice and top a cupcake with rolled fondant techniques using Satin Ice.

 

 

BAKE A DIFFERENCE  Bake a Difference

Concern Worldwide Concern Worldwide is hosting 'Bake a Difference' 17-23 October in the United Kingdom. The event is a fun way to get people together to raise money for the fight against hunger.  Satin Ice is a long time supporter of Concern Worldwide, and we love the idea of helping out while showing off your talents as a baker.  Visit their website to find out how you can 'BAKE' their day.

 

Vinny CakesOUR NEWEST PARTNERVinny

 

We are pleased to unveil our new partnership with Vinny Buzzetta, the star of Staten Island Cakes on WEtv.  His shop, The Cake Artist is making waves and this 21 year old designer already has an impressive client list including the cast of Broadway's Billy Elliot, Bella magazine and Jersey Shore's, Angelina Pivarnick.

 

Vinny started making cakes when he was fourteen and became the youngest person to ever complete the French Culinary Institute of New York City program, from which he graduated first in his class.  Then with the help of his grandfather, "Crazy Joe," Vinny opened The Cake Artist, which is quickly becoming the hottest bakery in Staten Island.  Keep an eye on this extraordinary artist. 

   

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NEW DISTRIBUTOR 

Welcome Stodki Swiat in Poland!

 

Stodki Swiat is a professional marketer and distributor of edible decorative items for the food and confectionery industry in Poland.  Their commitment to personalized attention, high quality products and timely delivery is unmatched.

 Stodki Swiat

LATIN TALENTS

We have recently begun collaborations with Anna Ruiz of Art in Cakes, Susana Martinez of Casa Susana and Lourdes Reyes of Flestitodo and Gelart Floral. These notable Latin artists astound us with their remarkable command of color and form.     

 

 

Anna

 

Anna Ruiz and her company, Art in Cakes, (view Spanish version of website) are synonymous with creativity, responsibility, dedication, innovation and good taste.  Art in Cakes provides custom cakes as well as instructional classes.  Anna's designs are based on the latest decorating trends worldwide.  In Anna's words, she seeks to "re-invent daily".  It is the company's mission to teach the use of new techniques and innovations but, more than that, Anna teaches people to show their personalities through their cake designs, expressing feelings and emotions as well as creativity and style.  

   

Susana

   

Susana Martinez has a real passion and flair for teaching. She strives to share all her tips with her students and to give them the confidence to start their own business with her experienced guidance.  After all, she's transformed Casa Susana (view Spanish version of website) from a small business working out of her kitchen into an internationally recognized bakery and baking school.  Susana is a member of ICES and has studied with the finest instructors, such as: Julie Bashore, Colette Peters, Norman Davis, Maritere Alvarado and more.    

 

 Lourdes

Owner of Flestitodo, where she sold a large array of baking and cake decorating  supplies, Lourdes Reyes quickly discovered the popularity of one of her favorite techniques: 3D Gelatin.  In response, she created Gelart Floral and now has a catalogue of more than 70 flowers and other designs and figures as well as tools that have improved the process of creating 3D gelatins.  Her gelatin designs often appear as tiers in traditional stacked fondant cakes.  Offering instruction in this intriguing technique, Lourdes shares the secrets of her trade through course offerings in Mexico City.   


UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS

  

� BAKING AND SWEETS SHOW - CANADA   Baking and Sweets Canada

9/30 - 10/2
International Centre in Toronto

Buddy Valastro
and Michelle Bommarito will be appearing!  During the Canada's Baking and Sweets Show, expect to see, smell, taste and savour the best offerings of Canada's baking and sweets universe.
  

 

� OKLAHOMA STATE SUGAR ART SHOW 

10/1 - 10/2 
Tulsa, Oklahoma 
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Founded and hosted by the esteemed Kerry Vincent, the Oklah
oma State Sugar Art Show is the largest judged Sugar Art  Show in the United States and is home of the Grand National Wedding Cake

Competition.  Cake artists from all over the world will compete for the coveted grand prize position.  Stay tuned for the winning design, to be posted in the October edition of our newsletter.  Good luck, contestants!

 Baking and Sweets America

� BAKING AND SWEETS SHOW - AMERICA   

10/7 - 10/9  

Saratoga Springs, New York 

At the Baking and Sweets Show in America you can see Michelle Bommarito and the crowning of the 2011 competition winners.  

 

� TAART EN TRENDS

10/7  

NetherlandsTaart en Trends

This exhibition is in its 5th year, hosting events for cake decorators and sugar hobbyists.  Satin Ice will be available for the first time in the Netherlands at the Taart en Trends Expo!

(View the website in Dutch

 

� THE GOURMET EXPERIENCE 

10/8 - 10/9  

San Diego, California Gourmet Experience

The Gourmet Experience returns to San Diego at the O'Brien Hall, Del Mar Fairgrounds.  Chef Ro Zinniger of Ro Z's Sweet Art Studio will be demonstrating 'Easy to Create and Decorate - Caramel Apple Cupcakes.'

  

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Until next month, 

Your friends at Satin Fine Foods