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Paleta Workshop Led by ICES

No experience? No problem—dive into the world of ice pop/paleta creations with our one-day ICES Paleta Workshop! This crash-course style, bilingual training is made for beginners and led by industry specialists who are there to guide you.

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About the Instructor

Evan Waldt

Evan brings extensive experience in paleta and ice cream production, having trained with a variety of paleta chefs and developed deep expertise in recipes and best practices for frozen pops. His knowledge has been recognized through podcast features with NICRA and by creating and leading the first-ever North American Ice Cream Association Paleta Competition. Evan also teaches Frozen Novelty at Penn State’s Ice Cream 101 Course.

In this workshop, he will guide participants through the production of both dairy and non-dairy pops, including fruit and non-fruit varieties, while sharing multiple recipe styles.

Course Details

About the Course

  • Key Ingredients and Their Functions

    Learn about key ingredients and what roles they can have in our formulation. Instructors will also teach techniques to improve the appearance of popsicles and cover product maturation and optimal serving temperatures.

  • Formulation

    Participants will learn a simple method to formulate, the percentages of ingredients, and how to modify the formula without losing its essence. Math will be used to convert formulas to metric units.

  • Ice Pop/Paleta Equipment

    Hosts will present popsicle machines alongside with popsicle/paleta molds to demonstrate how the equipment is an ideal solution for frozen dessert businesses.

  • Practice

    During the course, attendees will practice crafting popsicles/paletas using a range of provided ingredients and the demonstrated formulation techniques. Additionally, they will acquire skills in decorating the finished product to add a unique and personalized flair.

  • Format & Focus

    Please note, this course is exclusively offered in-person and is designed to elevate your popsicle/paleta production techniques. Join us for this immersive experience to refine your production process and create high-quality frozen treats!

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Additional Course Information

  • What's Included

    • Free recipe book
    • Follow-up consultation call with ICES instructors
    • Hands-on experience creating authentic paletas

  • What to Bring

    • Comfortable, closed-toe shoes
    • A head covering
    • Food service attire
    • A laptop or tablet

Hear from the Specialist

Listen to podcast interviews with Evan, your course instructor, as he shares his expertise in the frozen dessert industry.

Pricing

Workshop Total: $400

Failure to attend does not allow for refunds, as your spot is reserved.

Get a discounted rate of $350 per person when purchasing multiple tickets. The workshop is limited to only 5 seats - secure your seat today by completing our registration form!

Sign-Up Instructions

  1. Call (775) 283-8274, email sales@ices.cool, or complete the form below to get your invoice and secure your spot.
  2. Payments will be processed via QuickBooks invoice (credit card fees may apply).
Complete the Registration Form Here!
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