July 7, 2026 11:00am-1:00pm
Spend a cozy afternoon in the Barn Studio learning the art of handmade focaccia and seasonal compound butter in this approachable, education-forward workshop. Guests will explore the fundamentals of breadmaking while learning the differences between flour varieties, fermentation techniques, and what to look for when sourcing quality ingredients at home.
Throughout the class, Chef Blake will demonstrate how to make focaccia from scratch before guests top and bake their own personal loaves to take home. Participants will also create a seasonal compound butter using fresh herbs and ingredients inspired by what is currently growing on the farm.
The experience concludes with a relaxed farm lunch featuring fresh focaccia sandwiches, seasonal salad, ice cream, pastries, coffee service, and a seasonal mocktail.
Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or complete beginner, this workshop is designed to be warm, interactive, and full of practical techniques you can recreate in your own kitchen.
What You’ll Learn:
● The differences between common flour varieties, protein content, and what to look for when sourcing quality flour for bread baking at home
● The fundamentals of focaccia making, including dough development, fermentation, proofing, and baking techniques
● How to properly top and finish focaccia using seasonal ingredients and flavor pairings
● How to create a seasonal compound butter using fresh herbs and ingredients inspired by what is currently growing on the farm
● Practical tips and approachable techniques to confidently recreate fresh bread and compound butter in your own kitchen
Includes: Hands-on workshop instruction, lunch, seasonal mocktail, recipes, and a freshly baked focaccia loaf.
Spend a cozy afternoon in the Barn Studio learning the art of handmade focaccia and seasonal compound butter in this approachable, education-forward workshop. Guests will explore the fundamentals of breadmaking while learning the differences between flour varieties, fermentation techniques, and what to look for when sourcing quality ingredients at home.
Throughout the class, Chef Blake will demonstrate how to make focaccia from scratch before guests top and bake their own personal loaves to take home. Participants will also create a seasonal compound butter using fresh herbs and ingredients inspired by what is currently growing on the farm.
The experience concludes with a relaxed farm lunch featuring fresh focaccia sandwiches, seasonal salad, ice cream, pastries, coffee service, and a seasonal mocktail.
Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or complete beginner, this workshop is designed to be warm, interactive, and full of practical techniques you can recreate in your own kitchen.
What You’ll Learn:
● The differences between common flour varieties, protein content, and what to look for when sourcing quality flour for bread baking at home
● The fundamentals of focaccia making, including dough development, fermentation, proofing, and baking techniques
● How to properly top and finish focaccia using seasonal ingredients and flavor pairings
● How to create a seasonal compound butter using fresh herbs and ingredients inspired by what is currently growing on the farm
● Practical tips and approachable techniques to confidently recreate fresh bread and compound butter in your own kitchen
Includes: Hands-on workshop instruction, lunch, seasonal mocktail, recipes, and a freshly baked focaccia loaf.