2 Days Choux
Course Description Pate a Choux is a versatile base used to create a number of pastries. Its formulation is rather simple, yet there are many tips and critical points throughout […]
Course Description Pate a Choux is a versatile base used to create a number of pastries. Its formulation is rather simple, yet there are many tips and critical points throughout […]
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 […]
Course Description Learn to make a wide variety of tarts in this 3-day workshop. The first day focuses on learning about different types of tarts and tart doughs. You will be making several types of tart doughs, with various compositions and product characteristics, such as texture and sweetness. On the second and the third day, […]
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 […]
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, […]
Course Description Join our 3-day mousse course to learn about three main types of mousse preparation: fruit mousse, chocolate mousse and Bavarian cream. In this course, we will explore each type of mousse and how to prepare them. Each mousse will then be incorporated into one of the following cakes: Fresh Fruit Charlotte, Chocolate Praline […]
WAITLIST: Contact us at (650)589-5784 to get on the waitlist Course Description The interest in laminated dough such as Croissant, Danish and Brioche is rising considerably and the quality of Viennoiserie in America is finally starting to catch up to the quality of well-crafted artisan breads. This class will be easier to follow if you […]
Course Description In this class, you will learn to make several variations of cheesecakes. Products include Japanese Cheesecake which has a souffle-like texture from an addition of meringue, Pumpkin Pave […]
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 […]
Course Description Expanding on the foundations learned in Viennoiserie at Home, we will explore endless possibilities of laminated dough in this 2-day course. From using pre-ferments in viennoiserie to different styles of lamination techniques, we will learn to make various products, including interesting Danish shapes. The finished products include poolish croissant, kouign amann, cinnamon sugar […]
Course Description In this 2-day puff pastry class, you will learn to make not one but two different types of puff pastry doughs, a number of products using the doughs, fillings and various finishing techniques. We have fine-tuned our technique of hand-laminating puff pastry, making it more approachable to the home baker. We will teach you to make […]
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 […]