About the Chef
Pam Vieau, owner and resident chocolatier of Chocolate Inspirations, Inc. is a culinary artist with fifteen years of practical experience developing and marketing specialty chocolate products and confections. She is an accomplished chocolatier with a solid knowledge of chocolate and confections having trained under American, Swiss, Belgian and French Master Chocolatiers.
In addition to experience, Pam’s passion and enthusiasm for her craft provide the foundation for all her classes whether they are simple or complex. Her teaching began in 2002 based on the recommendation and support of her friend and mentor, Elaine Gonzalez. She began with Triton College, where she developed and taught the chocolate and confection courses for the culinary curriculum. The same year she began teaching at the Wilton School of Cake Decorating and Confectionary Art.
At both schools she taught a Chocolate I comprehensive class and added a Chocolate II class for more advanced techniques and confections. Pam also added short introductory “themed” classes for the non-professional looking to have fun.
In 2003, she began her association with AACT (American Association of Candy Technologists) and their two year confection program for AACT members. The successful combination of scientific theory provided by industry experts, and Pam’s expertise in practical applications, made this course a remarkable industry program.
Pam consults and conducts research and development for small and large food and confection companies in both the retail and industrial markets. She also teaches food professionals, confectioners, chefs, food scientists and hobby cooks.
Since 2002 Pam has continued to refine and develop courses structured to meet the specific needs of the participants. She emphasizes theory as well as practical application. As she shares her experience and knowledge, her students will expand their culinary expertise during their exploration of chocolate and confections. She provides a memorable learning experience filled with dedication, passion, enthusiasm, and laughter.
