Sourdough Bread Class

About this course

The course introduces the principles of sourdough baking, including how to make and maintain a starter. Participants learn the kneading and shaping techniques used in a bakery, then apply them while making a country loaf, ciabatta-style buns, seeded rye and bagels. Teaching combines explanation with guided preparation across the different doughs, giving learners experience with several bread styles and methods.

What you'll learn

• Make and maintain a sourdough starter
• Knead sourdough dough using bakery techniques
• Shape dough for different types of bread
• Prepare country loaf, ciabatta-style buns, seeded rye and bagels

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners who want an introduction to sourdough baking. The class is taught in a group, with participants working through several doughs and bread styles during the session.

• Suitable for learners at beginner level
• Group size is limited to 10 participants

Before you go

• Participants take home a sourdough starter, wicker basket, recipe booklet, dough scraper, freshly milled flour and dark rye flour.
• Bread made during the class is available to take home.
• A large bag is requested for carrying the bread and other items home.
• A welcome spread, seasonal lunch, cake and biscuits are provided.