Cooking & Baking Business: Bread Baking at The Jamie Oliver Cookery School
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required; just bring enthusiasm and patience.
Overview
Join a hands-on bread baking class at The Jamie Oliver Cookery School in Islington. Learn expert techniques and create delicious loaves to share or enjoy at home.
Bread baking: Knead to Know @ Islington HQ
A masterclass in using your loaf
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About This Adventure
Dive into the art of bread baking in this hands-on class! Master essential techniques while creating two loaves from scratch, including a stunning stuffed picnic loaf. Enjoy your creations at the chef's table, savoring the ultimate BLT, and leave with delicious focaccia and mini loaves to share at home.
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to prove yourself in this one-stop guide to baking bread. Get to grips with the foundations of baking, from using yeast to next-level kneading, then knock up 3 beautiful breads, including a showstopping stuffed loaf that’s guaranteed to impress your mates. Let’s bake!
Duration
3 hours
What you’ll do:
- Learn to mix, knead and prove like a pro as you make 2 loaves from scratch.
- Unlock the foundations and principles of bread baking.
- Discover tips and tricks for shaping dough, then feel pride transforming pre-proved wholemeal dough into your own mini loaves.
- Tuck into your wholemeal loaves at our dining table and turn them into the best BLT you’ll ever have.
- Leave with your focaccia and picnic loaves to tuck into at home.
What you’ll eat & drink:
- Fresh rosemary focaccia
- Delicious mini wholemeal loaves
- An antipasti-stuffed picnic loaf
- The world’s greatest BLT, with freshly baked bread, crispy bacon, crunchy lettuce and sweet tomatoes
- A complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival (or a soft drink, if you prefer)
- Water is provided throughout and you’re welcome to purchase wine, beer, spirits & mixers, cocktails and softs from our drinks menu.
What to expect:
- Easy-to-follow demos, led by our expert teaching chef
- Tuck into your BLT around our chef's table (or pack a box to take home, if you prefer)
- A digital recipe pack with everything you need to recreate the magic at home
- All ingredients, equipment and aprons will be provided
- You'll work at your own station to recreate the dishes demonstrated by your teaching chef
Additional info
- The duration of the class includes teaching demos and hands-on cooking, as well as time to tuck into delicious dishes at our chef’s table.
- Only those who are actively taking part in a class are permitted at the Cookery School. Sadly, we are unable to accommodate spectators or provide a waiting area for friends and family.
Adventure Tips
Arrive early
Getting to the class a few minutes early ensures you settle in comfortably before starting.
Bring an apron
A portable apron can help keep your clothes clean during messy dough work.
Use the recipe sheets
Review your recipe sheets after class to replicate your loaves at home.
Ask questions
Instructors are eager to share tips—don’t hesitate to ask for guidance.
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History
The Jamie Oliver Cookery School is part of a cultural movement to make professional cooking skills accessible to everyone.
Conservation
The school emphasizes reducing waste and promoting sustainable cooking practices.
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Recommended Gear
Apron
Protects your clothes from flour and dough during the class.
Kitchen towel
Useful for handling hot surfaces and managing dough.
Notebook and pen
To jot down tips and recipe notes for future baking.
Reusable container
Perfect for bringing home your baked loaves.