Course Description

In this course, you will learn to make a variety of pies from scratch. The first day focuses on the how to prepare pie dough. The class will discuss ingredient selections and proper mixing methods. Students will roll and line your own pie shells. We will also show you how to prepare a variety of fillings.  Products made in this class include crowd pleasers like Rustic Fruit Pies, Savory Quiche, Chocolate Cream Pie, and some holiday favorites like Apple Pie, Pumpkin Pie and Pecan Pie.

Check-in

If you have any concerns or questions before traveling to SFBI, email us at: customerservice@sfbi.com we want to make sure you have the best experience while learning here. That you feel safe and comfortable.

The class will begin at 7:30 AM on Monday morning and at 7:00 AM after Monday. We will have breakfast pastries ready for you 30 minutes before class starts. (if you have any special diet please let us know in advance) We also welcome you to bring your own drink. Feel free to contact: customerservice@sfbi.com

What’s included?

• Breakfast Pastry
• Coffee, Tea & Water
• Light Lunch* (See note below)
• Binder with recipes and any relevant lecture notes or reference pages
• Take home as much or as little pastry or bread you make in class! Whatever doesn’t get brought home gets donated to various organizations in the area.

*Note on Breakfast Pastry and Lunches

Generally, former students have found the offerings to be adequate however, it wouldn’t hurt to pack supplemental snacks since everyone’s appetites can vary. While our team can try to make accommodations for special diets, we suggest packing supplemental protein and/or snack options as the menu largely depends on staffing and staff capacity.

Below is a sample menu that can vary:

• Deli meat, tomato, and avocado sandwich with chips and a side salad (deli meat varies)
• Slice of quiche with a side salad
• Chicken and Rice (chicken flavor varies)
• Soup/Stew (soup flavor varies)
• Chicken Tinga & Cauliflower Ceviche

Cancellation policy

Any notice of cancellation or transfers, please refer to our cancellation policy link HERE.

Course Materials

Listed below are the items you must bring to class.

• Pens or pencils. You will use these to take notes in the classroom and the lab.
• Permanent marker. This piece of “equipment” is invaluable in the labs.
• Hair restraint. For safety and sanitation, you must restrain your hair if it’s long.

Attire

• Closed-toe, comfortable shoes. Your shoes must be closed for safety. They should be comfortable enough to stand in all day.
• For safety, your pants must cover your entire legs. For your comfort, we recommend breathable pants. Checked chef’s pants are popular because they don’t show flour spills or stains.
• White chef’s coat. This is optional item. However, we strongly recommend chef’s coats because they look professional and protect your body and clothing. Most importantly, they keep you warm when it’s cold and cool when it’s hot.

Transportation:

There is parking at our location. The address of SFBI is: 525 DNA Way South San Francisco, CA 94080