Sweet and Savory Focaccia

About this event

Hands-On Baking Class

Get ready to roll up your sleeves, dust your hands with flour, and discover the delicious world of homemade focaccia!

Join us at The Joyful Gourmet for a fun, hands-on baking experience where you’ll learn to transform simple ingredients into two irresistible versions of this beloved Italian bread—one savory and one sweet!

Discover the secrets to creating focaccia with a beautifully golden crust, light and airy interior, and those signature dimples that capture all the delicious flavor. You’ll prepare a classic Sea Salt & Herb Focaccia, then explore a creative twist with Almond Croissant Focaccia, combining the buttery, nutty sweetness of an almond croissant with the wonderful texture of freshly baked bread.

You’ll also learn to create flavorful compound butter, the perfect finishing touch for your homemade creations.

Along the way, your Chef-Instructor will share helpful techniques, baking tips, and tricks to give you the confidence to recreate these bakery-worthy breads in your own kitchen.

Come ready to bake, learn, laugh, and enjoy a wonderful time with fellow food lovers. Whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiastic home baker, this class is sure to inspire your next baking adventure!

Participation Cooking Class: Aprons and workstations will be set up for you while your Chef-Instructor walks you through each course, giving you lots of tips and tricks along the way.

Chef: Liz Tinajero

Menu:

• Sea Salt & Herb Focaccia – Golden, airy Italian bread finished with fragrant herbs, olive oil, and flaky sea salt.

• Almond Croissant Focaccia – A sweet, indulgent twist featuring rich almond flavor and the irresistible inspiration of a classic almond croissant.

• Homemade Compound Butter – Learn to blend butter with flavorful additions to create a delicious accompaniment for fresh-baked bread.

Coffee and Tea are complimentary. Wine, beer, soda, and San Pellegrino can be purchased at the wine bar.

Enjoy 10% off regularly priced merchandise during the event.