Better than Bakery: Cinnamon Crunch Bagels & Pumpkin-spice Cinnamon Rolls
Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulos
Indulge in the comforting aromas and flavors of fall where you will experience the crafting of two seasonal favorites from scratch, perfect for cozy mornings or elegant gatherings around the holidays. Join Chef Tess in one of her newest cook-along classes as she guides you in the step-by-step creation of the softest most delicious gooey Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls enriched with real pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice both in the pillowy dough and mouthwatering filling. They will be baked to golden perfection and topped with a pumpkin spice cream cheese frosting. You will also be guided in the creation of Panera®--style Cinnamon Crunch Bagels that feature a tender, chewy interior studded with cinnamon chips and a signature crackly-sweet cinnamon topping; the perfect balance of softness and crunch, and a textural dream. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or simply a lover of fall flavors, this fun yet refined class promises to fill your kitchen with warmth, spice, and something truly special
Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting.
A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and
preparation. The Instructor’s Personal Recipes from this class will be included in a professionally made PDF
packet to be received by participants after the class.
Tess Georgakopoulos
Tess Georgakopoulos, also known as “Chef Tess—Culinary Artist”
Tess Georgakopoulos
Tess, creator of Dish it up Good also known as “Chef Tess—Culinary Artist”, brings over four decades of cooking and baking experience to her work as a culinary educator and Community Education instructor.
Raised in a Greek Family where food was a central expression of love and connection, Tess developed her passion for cooking at a young age alongside her father, a trained chef. Those early experiences continue to shape her approach today—blending tradition, creativity, and deep appreciation for the role food plays in bringing people together.
As an accomplished cook, baker, and recipe developer, Tess is continually expanding her culinary repertoire through ongoing experimentation in her test kitchen. She is known for creating thoughtfully designed “gold standard” culinary experiences that combine technique, creativity, and approachability.
She currently partners with over 60 public school districts across Minnesota, and additional programs in Wisconsin, Missouri, New York and Oklahoma, and has taught over 5,000 participants. Through her teaching, Tess empowers home cooks of all skill levels to build confidence, expand their abilities, and experience the joy of creating meaningful meals in their own kitchens
Her guiding philosophy is simple: to make cooking approachable, enjoyable, and rewarding—helping others “make dishing simple and delicious”.
Tess is currently working on her first cookbook, with a food blog in development. Her work can be found on Facebook at Dish it up Good, and on Instagram.
F26 Better than Bakery: Cinnamon Crunch Bagels & Pumpkin-spice Cinnamon Rolls
Instructors:
- Tess Georgakopoulos
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sat, Sep 26th 2026 | 4:00 - 6:30 PM | Online |