About Betty VanNorstrand

Betty Van Norstrand is an award-winning cake decorator, instructor, and judge. Named a Top 10 Cake Artist of North America by Dessert Professional in 2014, her accolades include gold and silver medals from the World Culinary Olympics in Frankfurt Germany, and gold medals from competitions in the U.S., France, Switzerland and Canada. She collaborated with Chef Albert Kumin on the creation of a giant cake for the 15th anniversary of Walt Disney World, featuring a five foot sugar replica of Cinderella’s Castle. 

Betty originated several needlework techniques in icing, and her work has been featured in publications like Brides and American Cake Decorating, among others. Betty has taught at The Culinary Institute of America, the International Pastry Arts Center, and traveling classes across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.