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[curls]

I'm all for dinner at Stratford - let them know that they are in competition with Niagara College!

Ditto. My vote is for dinner at Stratford.

[RobertM]

2012 Candy and Confectioners Conference Topics of interest

Caramel(s)
Toffee
Pate de Fruit
molded chocolates
interesting ganache flavors
sugar work
chocolate showpieces
decorating molded chocolates

[Mette]

I'm on the 'will do my best to come'-list, but still need to find out about Vegas for work the previous week. If the still maybes can wish for topics: working with coloured cocoa butter for moulding (low tech), interestong flavours, and matching coverture with filling/flavour profiling of shell and filling

Edited by Mette, 11 January 2012 - 08:53 AM.

[Kerry Beal]

Forwarding a request from gfron1 -

Flavor pairings - specifically, we all have our favorite chocolates and couvetures, let's share flavor profiles and pairings
Finishing decorations
Dual fillings - ie pate & ganache

and not really topics, but lagniappe:
bring our favorite chocolate books (unless they are the obvious of Wybauw, etc)
bring ## of our own chocolates to share and we can all bring home a box of one of everyones - good chance to build some boxes to thank school, hotel, etc

[RobertM]

2012 Candy and Confectioners Conference Topics of interest

Caramel(s)
Toffee
Pate de Fruit
molded chocolates
interesting ganache flavors
Flavor pairings
sugar work
chocolate showpieces
decorating molded chocolates
working with coloured cocoa butter
Finishing decorations
matching coverture with filling/flavour profiling of shell and filling
Dual fillings - ie pate & ganache
From Bean-to-Bar
Remedial hand Dipping lessons for Bob

Absolutely wonderful ideas.

I have some very old confectioners books I would be happy to bring and allow people to copy specific formulas if they wish.

I'm assuming the boxes to share is in addition to the one's we typically share Friday night? I also think that is a wonderful concept. I'll be happy to increase the numbers I make and bring along additional samples.

I am going to be out of town for a while, but I will have my phone and access to everyone's posts. If I'm quiet here, please don't think this is being forgotten.

I'm going to contact Joe and see if he will tackle several of these topics for us -

[Sue Casey]

I vote for dinner at the Stratford.

List of topics to cover is looking interesting.
What about Nougat and Marshmallow - have always thought about working with them.

[nolnacs]

It doesn't look like I am going to be able to make it. Sorry.

[YetiChocolates]

You will also have to put me in the "Can't Make it" category Robert. Just found out I will be working during those dates, and it's something I cannot get out of. Here's hoping to making it happen next year! Have fun, it sounds like it will be an amazing weekend!

[lironp]

Kerry- that sounds like a great idea, I'm so excited to come and finally meet you all!

[Kevin Liu]

Hello all, bad news: I will actually be traveling for work in March, so I have to change my RSVP to ":-(".

Hope you all have a good time!

[Mette]

Hi,

what time would the meet end on the sunday? Actually joining is looking hopeful (Yes!) so I'm scouting out flights, and wonder whether it'd be better to leave Sunday late afternoon or Monday.

Won't be able to bring much in the way of books and only a small box of samles but still....

[Chris Hennes]

You can put me in the "I already bought plane tickets so we'll be there" category. Flying out Monday morning, incidentally.

[Mette]

all right then - put me on the definite-list - flight booked and payed for :-)

It'll be excellent - I'm really looking forward to meeting you guys!

[Chocolot]

Just bought my ticket. I'll be there for sure on Wednesday.

[RobertM]

Love to read the I Bought Tickets posts; I'm out of town and working of my phone; rest assured that as soon as possible I will update the listing of who is coming! I'm getting excited!!!!!

[Mjx]

Not looking promising for me: We're more or less buried in spec. blueprints, and still have no firm idea of how much of our finances this is going to involve, or when. I haven't quite given up on being there, but at the moment, it's looking unlikely.

[RuthWells]

I'm afraid I'm out - the surgery that was supposed to happen in January has been pushed to Feb 16, and I'll be just getting back in the swim by conference time. Next year, for sure!

[lebowits]

Think you could pack a small party keg of beer?

[mkayahara]

Unfortunately, it looks like I won't be able to attend this year, either. But I'll be looking forward to the reports!

[Kerry Beal]

Rob (gfron1) is looking to share a ride from the airport (Regan) Friday at 7 pm and out again Monday for a 7 am flight. Also to share a room with a non smoking chocolate lover.

Bob - can we schedule a chunk of time for the showpiece demo?

[RobertM]

Of course -

[tikidoc]

Please put me on the "maybe" list. The call schedule for that weekend is not made yet, and I'm waiting to see if I have to work. I'm just down the road in the Richmond area, so it looks like a fun opportunity.

ETA Pretty much a beginner with candy here, I make caramel, fairly basic truffles and toffee for holidays, and have made marshmallows a half dozen times or so. The extent of my skill with chocolate is that I can successfully temper it. Oh, and I have made cajeta on occasion (we have goats, so will be overrun with milk again in a couple months).

Will this be worthwhile, or totally over my head?

Edited by tikidoc, 25 January 2012 - 07:06 AM.

[RobertM]

Tiki; we have people come with ALL skill levels and everyone is welcome. I'm sure you would come away with new information and could teach us something as well. I hope your schedule allows you to drive on up

[tikidoc]

Tiki; we have people come with ALL skill levels and everyone is welcome. I'm sure you would come away with new information and could teach us something as well. I hope your schedule allows you to drive on up

Ha, about raising goats, maybe, about candy making, I doubt it! But it sounds fun. Hopefully, other newbs are planning to go. Will update when the call schedule comes out. Is there a date that we need to let you know by?

[Mjx]

I'm afraid I'm out, because owing to several different things, it's pretty clear that I'm not going to be able to go anywhere for at least the next two months. Looking forward to seeing what the rest of you turn out, though :)

[Gene]

I reset my password so I could finally log in. Booked my room today so I will be there.

For those of you who are thinking of attending but are worried about your experience level, don’t be. Last year I went with no experience and had an amazing time. I found that everyone was eager to help, explain things and teach. You will learn more than you think you will.

I vote for dinner at the school. It will give us more time to work on our projects or demos. A full day in the kitchen then walking down the hall for dinner was perfect last year.

Robert, last year, a Callebaut rep was there with all kinds of chocolate for us to use. What is the plan for chocolate this year?

Looking forward to the conference and reconnecting with all of you from last year.

[RobertM]

Gene; glad to hear you'll be back! Joe Sofia is coming from Wilbur Chocolate, I've asked for their support and they have been very magnanimous with that support

[lironp]

Are any of the ladies coming willing to share a room to cut the costs a bit?

[tikidoc]

OK, call schedule is out and I'm in! Will not be there Friday night. I live in the Richmond area so will plan to drive up early Saturday morning. A friend from work is thinking about joining me, I'll update when she decides for sure.

This really sounds fun!!!

Jess

[lironp]

Booked my room! :)