Prerequisite: Artisan I or equivalent work/life experience For those wanting to dive into Artisan II without having taken Artisan I, please email us first at customerservice@sfbi.com for the questionnaire to ensure you have a solid grasp on the foundation of Bread Baking before purchasing a ticket. Course Description Artisan II builds off of all of […]
*WAITLIST CLOSED* Prerequisites: None Course Description In this 2-day Japanese Home Baking class, you combine both pastry and bread skills to learn techniques for creating airy chiffon cake, fluffy Japanese cheesecake, melon pan & more! Check-in The class will begin at 7:30 AM on day one and at 7:00 AM subsequent days. We will have […]
Prerequisites: This class will be easier to follow if you have had Artisan I previously. The instructor does not spend much time reviewing the foundations of bread baking in Viennoiserie I. Course Description The interest in laminated dough such as Croissant, Danish and Brioche is rising considerably. The quality of Viennoiserie in America is finally […]
Course Description Ever wondered how to create crisp, flaky croissants at home, or a light and tender brioche? Take this intensive two-day course and learn how to make various viennoiserie items. In this class, students will be introduced to mixing and lamination techniques specifically designed for home baking. Students will make their own products from […]
Prerequisites: None--just be willing to stand/work in a kitchen, pay attention to demos and sit for lecture. Course Description Learn the details of mixing, fermenting, shaping, and baking bread in this essential introductory course. The course covers baker’s math, ingredient selection and function, how mixing affects fermentation, and other bread baking fundamentals. Both enthusiasts and […]
Course Description In this 2-day class, you will learn the various techniques of making cakes that are chemically leavened and those made with Egg-foam, European-style buttercreams, American icings, ganache, mousseline, fruit fillings and chocolate decor. Students will also learn how to stack layer cakes as well as how to assemble roll cakes or roulades. You […]
Who is this class for? Home bakers who understand basic bread dough fundamentals who want to start dabbling into sourdough baking Seasoned home bakers who want to refine their sourdough skills Home bakers who are interested in taking Artisan 1 or Artisan 2 but unable to commit to a weeklong course Prerequisite: None, but it […]
Course Description Update: 4/23/25 Who is this class for? 1) Students who are just looking for a fun class to learn make Viennoiserie products. 2) Students who already took the […]