Ready to master the magic of sourdough? Join Chef Colleen Johnson (Bread Bad-A$$ and Chef Stacy's pastry mentor) for a 2-day, hands-on, sourdough bread workshop. Together we’ll dive deep into the world of wild yeast, fermentation, and delicious breadmaking on 6/18: 11:00 am - 4:30 pm + 6/19 11:00 am - 1:30 pm. Whether you're brand new to sourdough…
Ready to master the magic of sourdough? Join Chef Colleen Johnson (Bread Bad-A$$ and Chef Stacy's pastry mentor) for a 2-day, hands-on, sourdough bread workshop. Together we’ll dive deep into the world of wild yeast, fermentation, and delicious breadmaking on 6/18: 11:00 am - 4:30 pm + 6/19 11:00 am - 1:30 pm. Whether you're brand new to sourdough or ready to refine your skills, this class is for you. You'll walk away with the confidence, tools, and inspiration to keep baking at home.
In this immersive experience, you’ll learn:
✨ How to make and care for your sourdough starter
🥖 Step-by-step techniques for mixing, shaping, and baking artisan loaves
🍞 Inclusion ideas and techniques
🧑🍳 Creative and practical ways to use sourdough discard — from crackers to pancakes!
Your Sourdough Journey:
- Starter
- Sourdough Boule
- Discard Banana Bread
- Seeded Rye Crispbread
- Sourdough Crumpets
- Pancakes with Discard
- Tomato Bacon Jam
Before You Flour Up:
📅 Class runs for 8 hours over 2 days – perfect timing to see your dough come to life!
🍞 In-person, hand-on class in Mission Viejo, CA
📍 6/18: 11:00 am - 4:30 pm + 6/19 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
👨🍳 Small group setting with lots of individual attention
📘 Includes printed recipes, pro tips, starter to take home, and a full sourdough loaf + all of your baked goods!
💰 Avoid the 8.8% service and credit card fee by paying directly. Contact Chef Stacy for more information.
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What to know before coming to class:
All in-person classes take place in Chef Stacy's home kitchen. Please arrive 10 minutes before class time to find parking and Chef Stacy's apartment. We provide aprons, or you can bring your own. Unless noted in the class description above, all of our classes are hands-on and we cook together as a small group. We then eat our meal family style. Beverages will be provided. You may bring additional refreshments, including beer or wine. Please drink responsibly. We are not responsible for any injuries that may occur during the class.
All students will receive a portion of every meal made in class and the recipes to take home. Occasionally we may need to substitute ingredients or recipes. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know at the time of booking. Accommodations are not guaranteed but will be attempted.
Where are we located:
Classes are held in Chef Stacy's home kitchen in Mission Viejo, CA.
Don't worry, we will send an email with directions to our location.
Please note there is a cat on the premises. Those with extreme allergies are encouraged to instead take virtual classes.
Guidelines and Safety Information:
Our adult classes are designed for participants aged 18 and above. However, participants below 18 years old may attend the class if an adult accompanies them. Please note, wine may be served to guests 21 and over.
Our classes are live, hands-on, and in Chef Stacy's kitchen. You will be using utensils, tools, and cooking equipment. Just as with any cooking experience in your home or in any of our classes, there is always a potential for injury. We operate our classes as safely as possible and are not responsible for any injuries that may occur during the class. Please note there is a cat on the premises. Those with extreme allergies are encouraged to instead take virtual classes.
