Sourdough Pizza and Classic Dough Bread Class

Join this sourdough pizza and bread making class in Manchester and discover the immense satisfaction of turning simple ingredients into delicious, hand-baked treats. Making bread from scratch is a wonderful skill that fills your kitchen with incredible aromas and provides a creative spark that stays with you long after the flour has settled.Guided by expert baker Victoria Richardson, you'll work with an established sourdough starter to craft a variety of savory items. This hands-on session is designed for first-timers and seasoned home cooks alike, offering a low-pressure environment where you can focus on the joy of creating. You'll learn the secrets of feeding and maintaining a starter before moving on to shaping and stretching your dough. While your traditional loaves prove, you'll sit down to enjoy the fresh sourdough pizza you've made during the session.During this uplifting workshop, you will:

• Hand-pour and mix your sourdough starter – Learn the essentials of how to create and feed a starter to keep it healthy and active.
• Craft a quick-prove sourdough pizza – Master the technique of gently stretching the dough to create a perfect base.
• Create sourdough crackers and breadsticks – Find out how to use your starter discard to make crunchy, flavorful snacks.
• Bake traditional loaves, pretzels, and bagels – Use a classic dough to learn shaping and baking techniques for these iconic breads.
• Take home your own sourdough starter – Receive a starter to nurture so you can continue your baking adventure at home.

You'll finish the day with a newfound confidence in the kitchen and a collection of handmade bakes to show off. This experience offers a refreshing way to switch off and connect with a timeless craft, leaving you feeling inspired to keep baking.Please note: This class covers both sourdough (for the pizza, crackers, and breadsticks) and a traditional classic dough (for the loaf, pretzels, and bagels). If you are looking for a sourdough-only experience, please take a look at our sourdough masterclass.

• Tea & coffee on arrival and refreshments throughout the day.
• Light lunch – you will eat the pizza that you make.
• You will take home your creations; please bring suitable containers and means to take them home!
• Copies of the recipes and notes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

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