We used to be referred to as bakers and then we became known as cake decorators and now we are known as cake designers. I teach at the French Culinary Institute in New York and cake design is a legitimate profession. – Ron Ben-Israel
The most successful person is the one who is most inspired. That is true in food and in life. – Ron Ben-Israel
In the past few years, weve been doing amazing stuff with desserts. Pastry chefs have been using herbs and spices in their desserts. So vanilla cake doesnt have to be just vanilla, it can have a little thyme. Or you could have a custard with a little lavender in it, which is just amazing. – Ron Ben-Israel
I dont follow trends. I make each cake for a particular wedding, or event. – Ron Ben-Israel