Flour, Water, Salt ....AKA "Sour Dough"

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Description

Welcome to our exciting and fun-filled bread making class, led by our expert bread baker with years of experience running a bakery. In this class, we will explore the world of bread making and learn how to create delicious loaves of bread from scratch!

In this class you'll learn art and science of sour dough, from making our own starter to forming your own loaf of bread. "Cooking is an art form where baking is a science". 

Throughout the class, you'll learn about the science behind bread making and how ingredients interact to create the perfect loaf. 

 

But this class isn't just about baking bread – it's also about the joy of sharing it with others. We'll talk about the importance of community and how sharing bread can bring people together. You'll leave this class not only with new baking skills, but also with a greater appreciation for the power of food to connect people.

 

Learning Objectives 

 

 

  • Ākonga  will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of bread making, including how ingredients interact and how to mix and knead dough properly.
  • Ākonga will be able to create a variety of different types of bread, such as baguettes, sandwich loaves, and flavoured breads, using appropriate techniques and ingredients.
  • Ākonga will be able to apply scientific concepts, such as yeast fermentation and gluten development, to their bread making and understand how these processes affect the final product.
  • Ākonga will be able to appreciate the social and cultural significance of bread, including its role in bringing communities together and its importance in different cuisines around the world.