Soda Bread on the Scribe - Traditional Irish bread making class

Bellaghy, Northern Ireland

Soda Bread on the Scribe - Traditional Irish bread making class

Ages 18+ • 2.5 Hours • Class of 2 to 10 People

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Date

Mon, Oct 6

Travelers

2

About This Adventure

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Irish baking during this hands-on experience. Create authentic soda farls, wheaten bread, and potato bread from scratch, all while enjoying the warmth of a turf fire. Conclude with a delightful lunch featuring your freshly baked breads and seasonal soup, plus a take-home pot of homemade jam.

Duration: 2.5 Hours

About

In this hands-on Irish bread-baking experience, you’ll step back in time to learn the cherished traditions of Irish baking. You’ll craft your own soda farls, wheaten bread, and potato bread (or “fadge”) from scratch. After your baking session, gather around for a cosy lunch with freshly made seasonal soup and enjoy the breads you've baked.

Highlights

Authentic Irish Breads: Learn the secrets of traditional Irish baking as you make soda farls, wheaten bread, and potato bread (fadge).
Welcoming Turf Fire: In autumn and winter, enjoy the warmth of a traditional turf fire, creating a truly Irish atmosphere.
Charming Lunch Experience: Sit around the table and enjoy your breads served with seasonal soup and a beautiful china tea set.

Includes

Warm Welcome: Begin with tea, coffee, or cold drinks and a few tasty cake bites.
Demonstration by Bronagh: Watch Bronagh demonstrate traditional bread-baking techniques and home-made jam.
Hands-On Experience: Get fully involved in making your own soda farls, wheaten bread, and potato bread (fadge).
All Supplies Provided: Ingredients, equipment, aprons, and recipes are all included.
Light Lunch: Savor a seasonal soup paired with the breads you've baked.
Take Home Your Bakes and a pot of jam: Bring home your delicious breads and Bronagh's home-made jam to share (or keep for yourself!).
Looking for a special gift? You can purchase this experience as a gift card in the “Gift Card” section. Just select the desired monetary amount, and the recipient can book their class directly on the website or by reaching out to us.

Important to Know

You’re welcome to bring along your favourite bottle to enjoy.
A complimentary glass of wine will be served with lunch.
Please let us know of any food allergies prior to your class.
We’re happy to adjust recipes for gluten-free or vegan options, though these may differ slightly in texture and taste from traditional recipes. Please let us know about any allergies when booking, and note that our kitchen is not nut-free.

Meeting Point

BakeHouse NI
Please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before the class starts to ensure everything is set up and ready for your arrival.

Adventure Tips

Arrive early

Get settled and receive your hands-on instruction without rush.

Dress warmly

The bakehouse can be cool, especially around the fire, so wear layered clothing.

Bring your appetite

Enjoy a hearty Irish lunch with your fresh bread and seasonal soup after the class.

Plan for take-home goods

Bring a container to carry home your baked breads and jam samples.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Red fox
Northern Irish hedgehog

History

Irish baking dates back centuries, with soda bread becoming a staple in rural communities after the 19th century.

Conservation

Baking traditions at Bakehouse NI emphasize sustainability by using locally sourced ingredients and eco-friendly practices.

Land-Adventures & Cultural Baking at Bakehouse NI

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