Yeast Fundamentals Baking Class

Service Description

There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked bread—and in this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of working with yeast dough while making two delicious breads from scratch. We’ll begin with a classic soft sandwich loaf, learning how to properly mix, knead, proof, shape and bake a beautiful homemade loaf. You’ll learn what to look for at each stage so you can confidently recreate it at home. Next, we’ll make a rustic focaccia, exploring a wetter dough, fermentation, stretching and folding, and the techniques that create that irresistible golden crust, airy interior and olive-oil-rich flavour. Throughout the class, we’ll talk about yeast, gluten development, fermentation, proofing, shaping and common bread-baking troubleshooting. You’ll gain practical skills and confidence that you can apply to all kinds of yeast breads. Most importantly, this is a hands-on class—you’ll be mixing, shaping and baking your own dough rather than simply watching a demonstration. You’ll leave with your freshly baked sandwich loaf and focaccia, along with the recipes and knowledge to continue baking yeast breads at home. No previous bread-baking experience is required—just come ready to get your hands into the dough!