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upcoming events

February 1, 2026

Join Kitchen Sink Studio for a cakescape adventure. Emily will teach you advanced piping techniques, which you'll get to practice on your own mini sheet cake. Emily will also explain the construction ins and outs of creating a centerpiece sheet cake, then Laura will guide you through styling your cake as a part of a wintery tablescape. Enjoy snacks & beverages from All Together Now while you learn.

All Together Now, Chicago, IL

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June 11-14, 2026

Red Clover Ranch, Wisconsin

Join pastry chef Emily Spurlin and photographer Laura Scherb for a restorative and inspiring retreat at Red Clover Ranch. During our time together, we will focus on infusing our creativity with a sense of time and place. With Emily, you’ll learn about local heirloom grains and how to incorporate them into your baking and then launch into advanced cake decorating, using skills from natural food coloring to piping. With Laura, you’ll explore photography in the natural world, capturing light, color, and designing a beautiful tablescape to photograph. There will be plenty of time for rest and recreation, with a trip to the Viroquoa farmers market, swimming and enjoying the natural beauty of the Driftless region of Wisconsin.

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October 2026

Normandy, France

More details to come soon about this amazing adventure along the Cider Route in Normandy. Only 8 spots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, so if you are interested in learning more, please fill out the form below. Thank you!

kind words

“Dappled was such a magical, restorative experience. I learned a ton AND relaxed in a beautiful location—hands-on and hands-free, in all the right ways. I came home with a full stomach, glorious photos, and a delicious cake. What more could I ask for?”

“Every element of this retreat was genuine, intentional, and restorative. From outstanding food and hospitality of the RCR team to Laura and Emily's deeply approachable expertise in baking and photography - it was exactly what I needed. A perfect experience for curious, creative folks to learn, connect, and rest.”

“SUNBAKED was the perfect retreat. While I am not a regular baker, I found the retreat to be so much fun and welcoming of bakers of all skill-levels. Emily and Laura are incredible teachers and masters of their crafts; it was a joy to learn from them. I definitely recommend this retreat to anyone looking for a low-key and delicious adventure in a beautiful setting. “

“Thank you for creating such a welcoming space and thoughtful points of connection, learning and exploration. It really was lovely.”

“It was such an honor to be at the retreat from Emily and Laura. I cannot think of the last time I had more fun - sitting in nature, swimming in a creek, being surrounded by such thoughtful people, and letting myself get back into photography, and learn so much about local food & flora. Huge thanks again to Laura and Emily for all the love and hard work they poured into making this retreat happen. I have never met more magical teachers!”