hello, world!

For those of you who don't know, I'm several months into a Classic Pastry Arts program at a culinary school in New York.  So far it's been great, and I've learned an incredible amount.  We've already mastered flaky tart crusts, creamy buttercream, and tempering chocolate; still to come are restaurant-style plated desserts, planning our own menus, and the highly anticipated wedding cake project.  The fruits of our daily labors are becoming more and more photogenic, so I figured it was time to  set up a way to share them with the world and prove to my parents and doubting friends that I'm getting my money's worth from my fancy culinary school education.  Hope you enjoy!