In Home Private Lesson (1-2 people)

Price: $174. (for 1 or 2 people).

If you want to book an in-home session for 3 or more people, please review our In-Home Party class.

Location: Your home kitchen or any other location (e.g., clubhouse, church, school, etc.)

Class Synopsis:
Join award-winning baker and instructor John Durrant for an immersive and hands-on baking experience! Whether you're a novice or an experienced baker, this exciting and informative class is the perfect way to learn the secrets of crafting delicious sourdough breads. "Breaducator" John will share his extensive knowledge and insights from his upcoming book, Daily Bread: A Baker’s Bible.

This class is designed to teach you the fundamentals of sourdough and other specialty breads in a fun and engaging way. You’ll gain practical experience and leave with a deeper understanding of the art and science of baking.

Course Options:

• Sourdough Master Class
• Focaccia Master Class
• Pizza (West Coast style and Deep Dish)
• Holiday Breads (Panettone, Stollen, Hot Cross Buns, Sourdough Skulls)
• Specialty Breads (Pumpkin Bread, Garlic Parmesan Sourdough Snails, Hasselback Potato Bread)
• Don't see the bread topic you're looking for. Reach out and we'll create an individualized lesson plan.

Each class focuses on one specific type of bread, with variations included. Classes are tailored to meet your needs and can be customized based on your preferences. Beginners will start with essential sourdough techniques, while more experienced bakers can skip ahead to advanced topics.

What You'll Learn:

• No Feed/No Slop (No Discard) culture care
• No-knead baking process
• Key ingredients and variations
• Fermentation management
• Equipment and alternatives
• Oven management and baking tips
• Troubleshooting common baking challenges
• For more experienced bakers, we will dive into the
  advanced lessons right away.

What’s Included:

• A starter culture of San Francisco sourdough
• A set of basic baking tools (valued between $25-$30 depending on the class)
• Oven-ready dough for baking during the class
• Excerpts from Daily Bread with detailed recipes and instructions
• Ingredients to mix, ferment, and bake the following day
• A quick-reference guide to your chosen recipe

Travel Information:

A mileage fee may apply for locations outside Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, and Hayden. Please contact us for availability or check open dates by clicking the "Schedule Now" button below.