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Discover the craft of sourdough baking with Chef Elise Jennings in Mount Hawthorn, Western Australia. Learn hands-on techniques to bake signature loaves in a warm, communal setting.
Discover the craft of sourdough baking with Chef Elise Jennings in Mount Hawthorn, Western Australia. Learn hands-on techniques to bake signature loaves in a warm, communal setting.
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Located in Mount Hawthorn, a lively suburb of Perth in Western Australia, the Sourdough Baking Class offers a welcoming and hands-on culinary experience that delivers far more than just bread. This class is a unique blend of tradition and technique where participants dive into the time-honored craft of sourdough baking under the expert guidance of Chef Elise Jennings. Mount Hawthorn itself is known for its vibrant community spirit and close-knit neighborhoods, making this class a perfect way to connect with local craftsmanship while exploring a skill that’s as rewarding as it is delicious.
The class walks you through the entire process of sourdough baking—from nurturing the starter to shaping, scoring, and baking—providing a comprehensive understanding of how to create signature loaves like the Classic Round Sourdough and the aromatic Golden Focaccia. The skilled instruction ensures even beginners feel confident while learning the nuances of fermentation and dough handling. It’s not just a cooking class; it’s a deep dive into a tradition that blends patience, science, and artistry.
What makes this experience stand out in Perth’s food and cultural scene is Elise’s approachable teaching style paired with a collaborative atmosphere. By the end of the session, you not only walk away with freshly baked bread but also the knowledge and skills to continue the practice at home. The class emphasizes organic practices and sustainable baking techniques, including starter care that fosters long-term engagement beyond the workshop.
Mount Hawthorn offers a charming backdrop with its leafy streets and vibrant café culture, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in local life. The neighborhood’s charm is enhanced by historical details — once a quiet farming area, it has grown into a hotspot for creative culinary experiences, making this sourdough workshop an authentic taste of Western Australia’s artisanal food movement.
Whether you’re a food lover, a traveler seeking local experiences, or a beginner fascinated by baking, this class is an enriching way to add a delicious skill to your repertoire. Booking this experience means embracing the slow food ethos, supporting local expertise, and savoring the fragrant results of patient craftsmanship right in one of Perth’s most inviting communities.
No prior baking experience is needed; this class is designed for beginners and aspiring bakers.
Yes, participants take home their freshly baked loaves from the class.
Classes are kept small to ensure personal attention and a hands-on experience.
This class is best suited for teenagers and adults due to the level of focus and techniques involved.
Chef Elise provides guidance on how to create and maintain your own starter at home, but starter availability for purchase varies.
The breads are naturally vegan and dairy-free, though always inform the instructor of any allergies before the class.
The Cooking Professor delivers hands‑on cooking classes and culinary workshops designed for home cooks, families, and food lovers. Featured on The Adventure Collective, the business offers a wide range of experiences that span global cuisines — from Japanese ramen and sushi to Moroccan street food, Italian pasta and gnocchi, Spanish paella and churros, and a variety of baking and cheese‑making workshops. Classes are structured for different age groups and formats: adult workshops (often noted as suitable for ages 14 and up), parent & child sessions for younger learners (examples include ages 4–14 and 8–16), junior kids’ programs, and long table dinner events. Many workshops are chef‑led and hands‑on; for example, the French patisserie class highlights Chef Kym Chambers as an instructor for choux pastry. Offerings include technical skill sessions—such as beginners knife skills, sourdough baking, cheese making (mozzarella and burrata), and sausage workshops—alongside cuisine‑specific cooking classes for Thai, Korean, Filipino, Chinese dumplings, Indian banquet classics, and more. Events also feature communal dining experiences with live music or themed entertainment for longer evening events. The Cooking Professor emphasizes practical learning, shared meals, and accessible recipes so participants can replicate techniques at home. Each class lists age suitability and detailed menus, making it straightforward to choose the right experience for families, teens, or adult learners.
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