The Sourdough Starter School

About this course

This introductory session examines the principles behind sourdough baking, including what a starter is and how it functions. Participants make their own starter and learn how to establish and care for it at home. Teaching combines baking science with practical work and tastings, giving learners an overview of the processes involved in sourdough baking alongside the opportunity to handle the starter-making process themselves.

What you'll learn

• Explain the role and characteristics of a sourdough starter
• Create a sourdough starter
• Describe key principles underlying sourdough baking
• Outline how to build and care for a starter at home

Is this course right for you?

The session is intended for people beginning to explore sourdough, while its all-levels listing also indicates that learners with existing knowledge may attend. Participation combines practical starter-making with baking science and tastings.

• Designed with sourdough beginners in mind
• Includes a blend of explanation, practical work and tastings