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Discover the foundations of great bread while exploring the flavors of the season in this hands-on focaccia experience. Chef will guide you through the world of flour, including the key differences between American and European varieties and the role protein content plays in developing texture and structure. After you’ve explored the fundamentals, you’ll add seasonal toppings and bake your own focaccia loaf.
Once your bread is in the oven, the fun shifts to building a seasonal appetizer. You’ll learn how to prepare both whipped ricotta and cashew ricotta, then experiment with a variety of fresh toppings to create your own combination of flavors, textures, and colors. After searing and finishing your focaccia, gather around the table to enjoy your creation together with a seasonal chef prepared lunch and dessert.
What You’ll Learn:
The differences between American and European flours, including how protein content influences baking.
Techniques for making focaccia, from mixing and shaping to topping and baking.
How to prepare creamy whipped ricotta and cashew ricotta.
Creative ways to combine seasonal ingredients with freshly baked bread and creamy cheeses.
Techniques for searing, topping, and plating focaccia as a beautiful appetizer.
Menu
Seasonal Farm Treats (served at check-in)
Freshly Baked Focaccia with Whipped Ricotta or Cashew Ricotta and Assorted Seasonal Toppings
Seasonal Dessert
Complimentary non-alcoholic beverage options are included.
Whether you’re curious about the science behind bread baking or simply want to learn how to make a delicious loaf from scratch, this class offers a chance to build your baking skills while exploring creative ways to enjoy focaccia. You’ll leave with new techniques, a better understanding of flour, and plenty of inspiration for your next homemade bread.
*Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class.
Discover the foundations of great bread while exploring the flavors of the season in this hands-on focaccia experience. Chef will guide you through the world of flour, including the key differences between American and European varieties and the role protein content plays in developing texture and structure. After you’ve explored the fundamentals, you’ll add seasonal toppings and bake your own focaccia loaf.
Once your bread is in the oven, the fun shifts to building a seasonal appetizer. You’ll learn how to prepare both whipped ricotta and cashew ricotta, then experiment with a variety of fresh toppings to create your own combination of flavors, textures, and colors. After searing and finishing your focaccia, gather around the table to enjoy your creation together with a seasonal chef prepared lunch and dessert.
What You’ll Learn:
The differences between American and European flours, including how protein content influences baking.
Techniques for making focaccia, from mixing and shaping to topping and baking.
How to prepare creamy whipped ricotta and cashew ricotta.
Creative ways to combine seasonal ingredients with freshly baked bread and creamy cheeses.
Techniques for searing, topping, and plating focaccia as a beautiful appetizer.
Menu
Seasonal Farm Treats (served at check-in)
Freshly Baked Focaccia with Whipped Ricotta or Cashew Ricotta and Assorted Seasonal Toppings
Seasonal Dessert
Complimentary non-alcoholic beverage options are included.
Whether you’re curious about the science behind bread baking or simply want to learn how to make a delicious loaf from scratch, this class offers a chance to build your baking skills while exploring creative ways to enjoy focaccia. You’ll leave with new techniques, a better understanding of flour, and plenty of inspiration for your next homemade bread.
*Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class.