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Discover the art of focaccia baking at Old City Kitchen with this interactive class. Learn, create, and take home your own decorated loaf in this flavorful culinary experience.
1.5–2 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover the art of focaccia baking at Old City Kitchen with this interactive class. Learn, create, and take home your own decorated loaf in this flavorful culinary experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
None required, just a desire to learn and have fun
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History
Old City has been a culinary hub since the 18th century, with centuries-old buildings housing pastry shops and markets.
Conservation
Old City Kitchen emphasizes sustainable practices, including composting and local ingredient sourcing to minimize waste.
Old City Kitchen
Discover the art of focaccia baking at Old City Kitchen with this interactive class. Learn, create, and take home your own decorated loaf in this flavorful culinary experience.
Old City Kitchen in Philadelphia offers hands-on culinary classes and private event bookings that focus on approachable, skill-building experiences.
The school features a rotating calendar of classes taught by experienced local chefs, including Chef Jeffrey Bretz, Chef Jeremy "Greenbeard" Smith, and Chef Justin O'Hanlon. Classes cover a wide range of cuisines and techniques — from pasta making, filled pastas, and Amalfi Coast specialties to pizza, focaccia, and bagel workshops. Baking and pastry offerings include gluten‑free French macaron classes and ice cream socials, while global options range from sushi-making and Spanish tapas to Mediterranean mezze and pierogi workshops.
Several experiences include complimentary beverages and wine; some classes are noted as naturally gluten-free or accommodate dietary needs. Old City Kitchen also hosts private events and team-building bookings; inquiries are handled via email at [email protected]. Many sessions are structured as hands-on, instructor-led workshops that combine demonstration with participant practice, designed for a range of skill levels from beginners to experienced home cooks.
Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the venue emphasizes interactive learning, practical techniques, and memorable social dining. The business presents a clear booking path for public classes and private events, and lists specific chef-led sessions to showcase expertise. These factual details make Old City Kitchen a reliable option for culinary classes, specialty workshops, and private culinary events in the Philadelphia area.
Participants often leave with recipes and skills they can reproduce at home, plus packaged items to take away when available, creating lasting value beyond the class timeframe. Perfect for gifts and gatherings.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Located in Philadelphia
Classes Offered
19 Classes
Wide range of cuisines and skills
Class Lengths
Many 2-hour
Hands-on workshop format
Secure a spot in a public workshop or email [email protected] to arrange a private team-building or special event at Old City Kitchen.
Arrive Early
Get settled and meet your instructors before the session begins for a smoother experience.
Wear Comfortable Clothes
Dress in casual, easy-to-move-in attire suitable for hands-on cooking activities.
Bring a Notebook
Take notes on techniques and tips to recreate your focaccia at home.
Share Your Creations
Take photos of your baked loaf to document your culinary journey.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear clothes that can get flour or dough on them and are easy to move in.
Notebook and Pen
Ideal for jotting down tips and recipes for future baking.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture your bread-making process and final masterpiece.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the hands-on class.