Sourdough Baking 101: From Starter to Loaf

Discover the timeless art of sourdough baking in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class designed to give you confidence from start to finish. We’ll walk through the entire sourdough process—from understanding and caring for a wild sourdough starter to mixing, shaping, and baking a beautiful loaf at home.

In this class, you’ll learn:

• What sourdough is and why it’s different from commercial yeast breads

• How to maintain, feed, and troubleshoot an active sourdough starter

• Mixing, stretching, folding, and shaping techniques

• Fermentation basics and how timing affects flavor and texture

• Baking tips for great oven spring and crust—using home ovens and Dutch ovens

Each student will receive:

• An active sourdough starter to take home

• A freshly baked sourdough loaf

• A printed sourdough guide with terminology, feeding schedules, and a beginner recipe

Whether you’re brand new to sourdough or have tried before and felt overwhelmed, this class is designed to simplify the process and encourage you to bring slow, nourishing bread back into your kitchen with confidence.

Come ready to learn, ask questions, and enjoy the cozy, farmhouse rhythm of traditional bread baking.