NY Cake Academy

Founded over 25 years ago by cake decorator Joan Mansour, this Manhattan destination pairs a 5,000-square-foot supply store with an active baking school. Behind glass near the front sits a large kitchen, while rows of shelves hold chocolate, food coloring, and decorating tools. Classes run in a central kitchen space led by pastry instructors, offering hands-on learning where participants can make items from scratch, such as a box of twelve macarons.