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Summer Paid Hospitality Internship on Island in Spain
Participants in the program are offered internship/entry-level positions in the tourism and hospitality industry- hotels, resorts, retail stores, restaurants.
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Special programs
January Intersession 2020
Florence University of the Arts ( FUA ) - January Intersession. Study abroad in Florence for 3 weeks in January. Study abroad program offered for all majors. Apply online now!
Summer 2019
This specially structured program takes place for 3 weeks of learning in Florence and 1 week of events in New York City. The program focus is event production from the perspectives of event management, communications & public relations, food & wine management, art direction. Final exams are held online in the 5th week. Alternately, NYC event week-only and final exam options are also offered, see below for details.
Summer 2019
A summer program aimed at students who want to experience living Paris and learn about its history, culture and art. Students can develop their practical skills in either photography or drawing.
Summer 2019
Apicius International School of Hospitality Summer 2019 Programs. Study Abroad Culinary art, Italian Baking and Pastry or Restaurant Management.
Summer 2020
Florence University of the Arts ( FUA) - Study Abroad Summer 2020 in Florence, Italy. Study Abroad Programs available for 3 and 6 weeks. Apply Now!
Summer 2018
Paros Island International Music Study Abroad Programs: Duration: # weeks. Application Deadline: 90 days before the beginning of the program Eligibility Requirements: The program is open to second, third and fourth year undergraduate students of Music with an interest in composition, improvisation, 20th century music and musicology Language: English
Summer 2019
The Barcelona International College summer program offers students from around the world the opportunity to become members of our student body, earn college credits for courses taught in English
Summer 2019
Develop your art skills, learn the fundamentals of drawing and illustration. The course also includes a series of study day trips to sites of architectural importance around the South of England.
Summer 2019
MCAS offers various placements in these areas: Human Rights, Education, Children in Need, Women’s Empowerment, Micro-finance, Journalism and Non-Governmental Organizations
Summer 2016
Students take one health related class at the host university and have an internship at a hospital
Summer 2019
Take a part in an expedition for documentation of abandoned medieval churches/chapels and their frescoes in Western Bulgaria.
Summer 2019
Program Details The Summer Post Graduate Apprenticeship program prepares students for supervisory and management positions in the world's largest and fastest growing industry. The Florence experience is a unique opportunity that is open only to a limited number of students who already possess a professional and advanced educational training in the culinary field.
Summer 2018
Paros Island International Music Study Abroad Programs: Duration: 4 Weeks. Application Deadline: 90 days before the beginning of the program Eligibility Requirements: The program is open to second, third and fourth year undergraduate students of Music with an interest in composition, improvisation, 20th century music and musicology Language: English
Summer 2019
A comprehensive introduction to animation, British architecture, drawing and fashion design, film making and make up.
Summer 2019
Archaeological excavation at the village of Ilindentsi located of the majestic Pirin Mountains (UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Southwestern Bulgaria.
Summer 2019
Come and help the project team to reveal the secrets of the lost temple of Apollo!
Summer 2019
Learn about the Rise and Fall of the Europe's Earliest Civilization in the Fifth Millennium BC
Summer 2020
Florence University of the Arts is offering a unique opportunity for high school students to participate in its cultural and academic offering. Students may select from an exciting range of courses offered for study abroad programs and participate in weeklong cultural explorations in locations such as Rome, Sicily, and Florence as well as supervised afternoon activities such as sports and discovering the city of Florence.
Summer 2019
Discover the ruins of an ancient Greek trade center (emporion) in the heart of Thrace
The Art of Bundt Cake Making: 5 Tips to Make the Perfect Bundt Cake
For the novice baker, Bundt cakes are usually one of the most imposing cakes because they seem to be difficult and technical to do. You’ve probably skimmed over a Bundt recipe or two in your cookbooks and decided that it’s not the recipe for you.
Yes, making a Bundt cake does take a little bit more care and attention compared to other types of cake, but if you’re willing to put in a little bit of work, you’ll be rewarded with a cake that’s impossibly rich, moist, and fluffy.
Here are five tips to help you make the perfect Bundt cake.
Quality Matters
When making a Bundt cake, it will help immensely if you use quality branded ingredients instead of generic store brands. One example is with sugar. Store brand sugar often have smaller crystals compared to name brands, which means that you’ll be using more per cup. This can cause your cake to became dense and fall into the pan. Flour is another example: generic brands contain more hard wheat, which can cause the cake to become heavy.
Measure Precisely
One of the tenets you’ll often hear in baking is that you need to measure ingredients precisely, and when it comes to Bundt cake, this is a strict rule. Any extra ingredients will cause a change in the final texture, appearance, or even taste of the cake. More often than not, this change is not for the better.
Don’t Overmix The Ingredients
A fluffy and light Bundt cake is a happy one, while a dense and heavy Bundt cake is a sad one. If you want the light and fluffy version, don’t overmix the ingredients! When creaming your butter and sugar, keep an eye on your mixer while it is turned on. Once the mixture becomes light and thoroughly blended, turn off the mixer.
Tap the Pan
After adding the wet batter into the pan, make sure to tap the sides to release any air bubbles trapped inside the batter. You can also gently tap the pan on your kitchen counter surface to ensure that all bubbles are removed.
>> Looking for the best bundt pans for your cake? Our pro bakers from Bella Cupcake Couture have the perfect ones for you. Check out their article on The 7 Best Bundt Cake Pans For All-Around Use!
Patience is the Key
Finally, the key to a good Bundt cake is letting the cake bake completely then cool thoroughly. Don’t be tempted to keep opening the oven door to check for doneness, no matter how good it smells! Just follow the prescribed time in the recipe.
After baking, make sure to allow the cake to cool completely before taking it out of the cake pan. If you take it out too early, the cake will most likely crumble and break apart.
Conclusion
There you have it, five important tips that you need to keep in mind when making a Bundt cake. These tips will help you make a delicious, light, and moist Bundt cake that you can proudly bring to any get-together. You can also surprise your family with an amazing Bundt cake dessert at your next mealtime!
