Meet the Artisans Behind the Apron
At SliceBake, our expertise isn’t just in the kitchen—it’s in the art of teaching. Led by our Head Chef, Nina, our team is a collective of passionate plant-based innovators dedicated to proving that vegan pastry can rival any traditional bakery in the world.
Nina, Our Head Chef & Vegan Cake Master
Specialty: Exquisite Vegan Cakes and specialized techniques.
With years of experience at the helm of our professional bakery, Nina brings a deep mastery of plant-based chemistry to every class. Known for her “flavor-first” philosophy, Nina specializes in deconstructing complex pastry techniques into simple, actionable steps. Under her guidance, you won’t just follow a recipe; you’ll learn to master the soul of the ingredients.
Nina leads the team with a focus on creating stunning, moist, and structurally perfect vegan celebration cakes. From mastering stable egg-free sponges to crafting decadent, dairy-free buttercreams, Nina will teach you how to bake and decorate shop-quality cakes.
OUR EXPERTS
We believe that vegan baking is both an art and a science, and we’ve assembled a team of specialists to guide you through every discipline. Led by Head Chef Nina, our expert instructors bring professional, bakery-floor experience directly to your apron, ensuring you master the texture, flavour, and technique of every plant-based creation.
Our Core Philosophies, Taught by the Pros:
- Flavour First, Vegan Second: We never sacrifice taste. You’ll learn how to prioritize gourmet flavours while using entirely plant-based ingredients.
- The “Why” Behind the Science: Don’t just follow recipes—understand how different plant proteins, milks, and fats interact so you can troubleshoot and innovate in your own kitchen.
- Bakery-Standard Techniques: We teach you the precise, professional methods we use in the Slice kitchen daily, from stable buttercreams to laminated doughs.