CHRISTMAS PASTRY MARATHON - ONLINE COURSE
STARTING OCTOBER 13
CHRISTMAS SWEETS THAT SELL THEMSELVES!
From learning to orders - we’ll give you everything you need for successful sales this winter
Just bake with us and make money from it!
8 WEEKS – 11 TOP CHEFS – 13 RECIPES
ONLINE WITH OUR SUPPORT
Organizer Dinara Kasko with 12 years of experience in the pastry industry:
- My lessons have been watched by tens of thousands of students.
- My signature silicone molds are purchased all over the world.
- I have received international awards for my contribution to the art of pastry.
- This is already my 5th major marathon.
PASTRY MARATHON 5.0 - ONLINE COURSE
STARTING OCTOBER 13
CHRISTMAS SWEETS THAT SELL THEMSELVES!
From learning to selling – we’ll give you everything for successful sales this winter.
Just cook with us and earn money!
+ 8 weeks
+ 11 top chefs
+ 13 recipes
ONLINE WITH OUR SUPPORT
+ and get a bonus
In 12 years in the pastry industry:
- My lessons have been watched by tens of thousands of students
- My signature silicone molds are purchased worldwide
- I have international awards for contributions to pastry art
- This is already my 5th major marathon
RECIPES & CHEFS
We will create an incredible collection of Christmas desserts. Our chefs will share their most popular techniques and recipes that become their top sellers every year.
These are 8 mandatory recipes to enter the giveaway, plus 5 additional ones.
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1. Sweet City Cake by Dinara Kasko
Chocolate mousse cake with nuts and caramel, including work with silicone molds
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2-3. Stollen and Pandoro by Denys Sukhoviy
Classic stollen with candied fruit and marzipan, or an incredibly tender pandoro from a true professional
4. Molded Christmas Tree by Yuliya Belichenko
An incredible combination of textures and flavors in a miniature pastry from Ukraine’s number-one expert in molded pastries.
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5. Floral arrangement by Olesya Holumbivska
Sugar paste flowers that make the perfect addition to any cake. A true marvel.
6.New Year’s Surprise Cake by Inna Sontseva
Cake with sugar paste decorations from a sponge cake guru, designed so anyone can recreate it.
7. Chocolate bars by Yevheniya Lyubar
All the secrets of working with chocolate from Ukraine’s top chocolatier.
8. Beef Wellington by Ihor Mezentsev
True elegance in every bite from a chef who cooks for celebrities.
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9. Marshmallow Box by Anastasiia Klymenko
A truly sweet and delicate treasure for unforgettable New Year celebrations.
+ Theoretical lesson. About different ingredients, thickeners, textures, etc.
ADDITIONAL RECIPES
Incredible recipes that we’ll bake with pleasure and feature in the weekly prize draws, but they are not mandatory to recreate in order to participate in the final lottery.
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10. Macaron Ganaches by Tetiana Maslievych
Festive Christmas wreath with three flavors — from a chef who knows macarons better than anyone else.
11. Christmas Tree Cake by Artem Kinash
Amazing mousse cake in a chocolate shell
12. Christmas Braided Breads by Oksana Klyuyko
ТTraditional Ukrainian braided breads, smelling of Christmas, from a chef who blends tradition and expertise.
13. Mousse cake Mittens
Delicate mousse desserts that turn sweets into works of art.
WHAT MAKES THIS COURSE SPECIAL?
We won’t just be baking with you — we’ll be making money too!
What exactly will I learn?
In 2 months, you’ll learn to make the most popular Christmas desserts and master dozens of proven techniques from our amazing chefs..
Who is running the course?
The lessons are led by Ukraine’s top pastry chefs, who you can ask questions and get advice from. You’ll also learn how to quickly handle pastry “emergencies,” connect with like-minded peers, and make new friends among fellow pastry professionals.
Will I be able to make money?
All the recipes you make with us can be sold during the marathon itself. These are the most popular New Year’s desserts, so December will truly be a busy season for you!
Who is this course for?
Everyone! Absolutely everyone! From “I’ve never baked” to “I run my own pastry kitchen.” You can’t miss it — everyone will find their favorite!
WHAT MAKES THIS COURSE UNIQUE?
We won’t just be baking with you — we’ll be earning money too!
What exactly will I learn?
In 2 months, you’ll learn to make the most popular Christmas desserts and master dozens of proven techniques from our amazing chefs.
Who is running the course?
The lessons are led by Ukraine’s top pastry chefs, who you can ask questions and get advice from. You’ll also learn how to quickly handle pastry “emergencies,” and connect with like-minded peers and new friends among fellow pastry professionals.
Will I be able to make money?
All the recipes you make with us can be sold during the marathon itself. These are the most popular New Year’s desserts, making December a truly busy season for you! !
Who is this course for?
Everyone! Absolutely everyone! From “I’ve never baked” to “I run my own pastry kitchen.” You can’t miss it — everyone will find their favorite!
THE TEAM OF TOP CHEFS FROM UKRAINE
with whom you’ll be learning 🙌🏻
Dinara Kasko
Pastry chef specializing in creating unique desserts using a 3D printer. Owner of a brand of silicone cake molds with original designs. Teaches students worldwide and inspires through social media.
Denys Sukhoviy
Founder and instructor of the School of Bakers, where hundreds of students have gained knowledge and successfully built their careers. Owner of a bakery and creator of projects that continue to grow steadily. His experience and teaching methods help students quickly move from theory to real business results.
Instructor and master of sugar and wafer floristry with 13 years of experience and two international awards. Her mission is to unlock people’s creative potential in the world of edible flowers, inspiring and bringing a sense of beauty and harmony through handmade work.
Yulia Belichenko
Pastry art master, capable of bringing any idea to life and creating desserts in the most unexpected forms. Her creations stand out for their original designs, and students return to her courses time and again.
Inna Sontseva
Pastry chef creating some of the largest cakes in Ukraine, working with incredible décor and designing both large-scale show cakes and sweet masterpieces for special occasions. Her creations impress with creativity, detail, and emotion, attracting private clients, brands, and major events.
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Yevheniya Lyubar
Pastry chef specializing in creating unique desserts using a 3D printer. Owner of a brand of silicone cake molds with original designs. Teaches students worldwide and inspires through social media.
Ihor Mezentsev
Chef, culinary expert, speaker at Madrid Fusion and Creative Chefs Summit, and ambassador of the Ukrainian Gastro Show. Creator of “Topot,” co-founder of “Varta” and “Lis Vecherya,” initiator of charity projects, and curator of the “Kyiv Time Dinners.” Executive chef at Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv 5.*
Over 3 years in marshmallow floristry, with 4,000+ students in online courses and marathons, 50+ live masterclasses, organizer of Sweet Forum 2024, owner of a studio in Kyiv, and partner of leading pastry chefs and brands.
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Tetyana Maslievych
Expert in French macarons with over 4 years of experience, creator of dozens of unique fillings and her own teaching system. Her recipes enable making perfect macarons on the first try.
Artem Kinash
Pastry chef with a passion for the art of sweets. Has conducted numerous live and online masterclasses, sharing knowledge with thousands of students. Each student is a source of pride, as talent can be unlocked in everyone.
Oksana Klyuyko
Master with over 10 years of experience, creator of the “Poliskyi” korovai. Holder of more than a dozen international gold medals, has taught thousands of colleagues, and holds a diploma from a prestigious school in Lausanne.
WHY CHOOSE OUR MARATHON AND WHAT IS THE FORMAT?
🧡 Convenient format. We provide the tasks, you watch, ask questions, and bake along with us.
🧡 Bake anytime! You’ll have lifetime access to all materials.
🧡 For everyone. The marathon is useful for both beginners and experienced pastry chefs.
🧡 High-quality content. We’ve prepared valuable lessons that will benefit everyone.
🧡 Affordable price. We deliberately set a low price so everyone can join and learn something new.
🧡 Support! Don’t be afraid to start — we’ll help you every step of the way!
BAKE AND WIN PRIZES
Throughout the marathon, we’re giving away lots of prizes from us and our sponsors!
🧡 $500 coupon for Dinara Kasko molds
🧡 KitchenAid stand mixer
🧡 5 pastry books
🧡 10 Dinara Kasko molds
FROM THE SPONSOR swit.ua
`Official representative of the Bamix brand in Ukraine
🧡 2 Bamix blenders and a 10% discount promo code exclusively for marathon participants
FROM THE SPONSOR profimax.com.ua
comprehensive supply of professional equipment and utensils for restaurants, cafes, food, and pastry businesses
🧡 10 sets of silicone molds
PRICE OF THE COURSE
PARTICIPANT
✔ Lifetime access to 13 video and PDF lessons
✔ Chance to win prizes
✔ Task review by chefs
✔ Access to private participant chats
✔ Curator support
130 usd
170 usd
price increase starting October 8
We’ve already held 4 marathons, and received hundreds of reviews and words of thanks from you
We know for sure it’s worth your time — our students keep coming back again and again to grow and develop with us
We’ve already held 4 marathons,
and received hundreds of reviews and words of thanks from you😘
We know for sure it’s worth your time — our students keep coming back again and again to grow and develop with us.
1400+ students
28+ lessons
4000+ creations by students
FROM THE ORGANIZER
DINARA KASKO
Hello! I absolutely love cakes, pastries, and sweets in all their forms😋 Maybe that’s why I became a pastry chef and share my love with everyone around me. I invite you to join our sweet world!
On a more serious note, I have over 1.5 million followers on social media, thousands of students and clients using my molds all over the world, and I absolutely adore my work!
The winner of the last marathon and her mixer🧡🧡
FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions about the Pastry Marathon
We are always happy to answer your questions. Message us in the Telegram bot and we’ll get back to you
How long does the marathon last?
The course lasts 8 weeks
What do you need to participate in the marathon?
We will give you access to a list of ingredients and tools you will need. Usually, it is not necessary to repeat the design 1:1 and buy the exact molds — we work with what you already have. But still, some things will be required. YOU WILL DEFINITELY NEED:
- Scales, mixer, oven, refrigerator, freezer, spatulas, piping bags, bowls, saucepans, knives, etc.
- Silicone molds for cakes and pastries (from Dinara Kasko or any others)
- Polycarbonate mold for bars or chocolates
- Pandoro mold (if you decide to make it)
- Tools for working with sugar paste and for flowers
- Nozzles for marshmallows and macaronsWhat is the difference between the plans?
Our marathon offers 2 participation options:
🧘🏻♂️ Viewer - 13 video lessons
You get access to all the lessons, can just watch, learn, and practice in your free time. No access to chats with participants or chefs.
⛹🏻♀️ Participant - 13 video lessons, assignment review, access to a private group with chefs and participants, and the chance to win prizes.IMPORTANT for the Participant plan
🔘 You are allowed to submit 1 assignment late or resubmit 1 that was not accepted during the entire marathon. That is, you can submit it later or redo it by the end of the marathon, but only once 😉
🔘 We release 1 mandatory lesson each week, as well as additional lessons every two weeks. You will have a full schedule.
🔘 The day after publication, the chef conducts a short live session on their account to answer questions or records a video response.
🔘 You will have 2 weeks to complete each assignment, except for the last one, which has 1 week.
🔘 You need to recreate the dessert and post a photo/video on Instagram with the special hashtag.
🔘 Assignments are evaluated based on: appearance, texture, cut, photo, video, creativity, timely submission, etc.
🔘 Evaluation is without points – only "PASSED" or "NOT PASSED", and we will leave a comment under your submission.
🔘 After each lesson, each chef selects the best work and gives a special prize.
🔘 Participants who complete all assignments take part in the final prize lottery.
🔘 If you miss the deadline for an assignment, it will not be counted, and you will not participate in the lottery.In fact, it's not difficult at all – you'll see!
What skill level is required to participate?
The marathon is designed for [beginners / intermediate / professionals / everyone]. We explain all processes step by step, so even without experience, you will be able to make all the recipes.
What happens if I don't complete a task on time?
You can continue the marathon at your own pace. However, to receive feedback from the mentor and participate in prize draws (if available), it is important to complete tasks on time.
Will there be access to video lessons after the marathon ends?
Yes, the lessons will remain available in the Telegram channel.
No, we provide a list of all necessary ingredients. Most of them can be found in regular supermarkets or pastry shops. Any special ingredients will be listed separately.
For some recipes, you will need pectin, agar, cream, chocolate, etc. We tried to adapt all recipes using easily accessible ingredients and only the essentials for a pastry chef. You will receive the full list of required ingredients and tools before the marathon starts.
Can I ask questions during the marathon?
If you have the Participant plan, you can ask questions in the chat, and Dinara and the curators will definitely help you.
How to Register and Pay for Participation?
You can register via the link and choose a convenient payment method.
If you still have questions, we’ll be happy to help!
We’ll create so much beauty ❤️