easy
3 hours
Minimal physical fitness required as the class is primarily standing and light manual tasks.
Learn to bake artisan breads like focaccia and sourdough muffins in this fun, hands-on class at Baltimore Chef Shop. Perfect for beginners looking to master the basics of leavened doughs.
Ages 15+ • 3 hours
Join a hands-on, three-hour introductory course where you'll master the art of leavened doughs. Guided by expert chefs, you'll create delicious Focaccia, Sourdough English Muffins, and a Basic Artisan Loaf, exploring the full spectrum of bread-making. Experience the joy of baking in a collaborative and supportive environment.
3 hours
This introductory course teaches the foundational skills needed to make successful leavened doughs. Our Chefs focus on breaking down each step of the bread-making process from ingredients such as yeast and flour types to mixing and shaping techniques.
Students will work together to make Focaccia, Sourdough English Muffins, and a Basic Artisan Loaf so they can see the full spectrum that bread has to offer.
How to Reschedule If you need to reschedule for any reason, please notify us either by phone at (443) 869-5121 or by email at kitchen@baltimorechefshop.com.
Non-Refund Policy Please note that, due to limited space, we have a strict no refunds policy. This includes any client cancellations due to COVID or any other illness. Unfortunately, COVID has become a part of daily life for everyone. We trust that all clients who book with us are aware of the potential that they may need to cancel their reservation due to their own illness or due to exposure to someone with COVID and have weighed that possibility prior to signing up for their non-refundable class.
Drinks We are a BYOB kitchen. Water with citrus is provided for all classes and you are welcome to bring an alternative beverage to enjoy with your meal. Please be advised that we are not able to allow spirits and hard liquor in the kitchen.
Kitchen Attire All equipment, ingredients, and aprons are provided by us. As a safety consideration, we ask that you wear close-toed shoes. It's advisable to pull back long hair and to avoid wearing dangling jewelry.
Age Restrictions Daytime classes are for ages 15+ and our classes after 6pm are for ages 18+. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Check out our Parent and Me classes for ages 8-17. For safety purposes, kids under the age of 8 are not permitted in the kitchens.
Allergies As our menu-based classes are collaborative, altering the recipe for a particular aversion or allergy means that the other clients are not able to enjoy the dish as it is meant to be prepared. Since this is meant to be a fun learning environment, we strongly suggest that you select a menu that accommodates your particular allergies.
Please be advised that, in the case of severe nut or gluten allergies, we are not a nut-free nor gluten-free kitchen and cross contamination from other classes cannot be safely avoided.
COVID Safety Baltimore Chef Shop adheres to all Baltimore City COVID mandates.
Guests may request to take their food home at the end of the class if they do not wish to dine indoors. We will have to-go containers for your convenience.
Classes can fill quickly, so booking in advance is recommended to guarantee your preferred date.
You’ll be standing for several hours while baking, so supportive footwear is a must.
Strong perfumes or lotions can interfere with the sensory experience of bread-making.
Notify the shop of any gluten or food allergies before booking.
Baltimore has a rich baking heritage influenced by multicultural communities including German and Italian immigrants.
Baltimore Chef Shop promotes sustainable baking by sourcing local ingredients and minimizing waste during classes.
Protects your clothing from flour and dough during baking.
Ensures comfort during standing and moving around the kitchen.
Helpful for jotting down baking tips and recipes shared by the chefs.
Ideal for transporting your freshly baked breads home.