Tessa Marwood

Tessa Marwood
Tessa Marwood
Irresistible Desserts & Sweet Treats That Anyone Can Master

Tessa Marwood, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, – mastering irresistible desserts and sweet treats for stress-free results.

About Me:

Meet Tessa Marwood

Tessa Marwood discovered her love for baking at age eight when she made her first batch of chocolate chip cookies—slightly burnt but utterly magical. Since then, she's been on a mission to demystify desserts and prove that anyone, regardless of skill level, can create show-stopping sweets at home.

Growing up in California, Tessa was always the friend who showed up with homemade treats. Birthday parties, potlucks, random Tuesdays—any excuse to bake was a good one. That enthusiasm eventually turned into a career dedicated to sharing the joy of dessert-making with others.

Her Culinary Philosophy

Background & Expertise

Tessa studied Pastry Arts at the Culinary Institute of America and worked in several bakeries before pivoting to recipe development and food writing. Her technical training combined with her approachable teaching style makes complex techniques accessible to home bakers.

She's particularly passionate about no-bake desserts and quick treats for people intimidated by baking. Her philosophy is simple: start with something achievable, build confidence, then tackle bigger challenges. Her step-by-step instructions include tips she's learned from years of professional experience and countless home kitchen experiments.

Beyond the kitchen, Tessa is an avid reader, amateur ceramicist, and dedicated aunt to four nieces and nephews who serve as her most honest taste-testers. She lives in San Diego, where the year-round sunshine doesn't stop her from baking constantly.

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