Master Classic French Breads: Baguettes and Brioche with Baker Bettie in Chicago
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic standing endurance is required; no advanced physical fitness needed.
Overview
Elevate your baking game with Kristin “Baker Bettie” Hoffman in Chicago. This 3-hour workshop teaches you how to craft authentic French baguettes and brioche using traditional techniques—perfect for aspiring bakers and food lovers.
French Breads: Baguettes and Brioche with Baker Bettie
Workshop | Ages 16+
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About This Adventure
Join head chef Kristin “Baker Bettie” Hoffman for an immersive 3-hour workshop on classic French breads. Learn to bake authentic baguettes and rich brioche while mastering advanced techniques like pre-ferments and stone baking. Perfect for aspiring bakers, this hands-on experience promises to elevate your bread-making skills.
Join head chef instructor Kristin “Baker Bettie” Hoffman for this classic French breads workshop.
Duration
3 hours
About
Participants will learn how to bake classic baguettes and the ultimate enriched bread: brioche.
Other topics covered in class include:
- What is a pre-ferment
- How to make and use a poolish
- How to shape baguettes and epi bread
- Stone baking method for baguettes
- Working with heavily enriched doughs
We will be working with more advanced yeast bread techniques and pre-ferments, so some knowledge of bread baking is helpful, but not required.
More Info
- This class is for ages 16+.
- All tickets are priced per person as we keep our classes small.
- All tickets are final sale and non-refundable or transferable to another date. If you are unable to attend after purchase, you may gift your ticket to a friend.
- Allergens & dietary restrictions: This class includes wheat, dairy, and eggs. Please note that our kitchen regularly uses most major allergens.
Adventure Tips
Bring an apron and hair tie
Protect your clothes and keep hair out of the dough to maintain hygiene in the kitchen.
Arrive 10 minutes early
Settle in before the workshop begins to get the most out of the experience.
Take notes and ask questions
The workshop is interactive—engage with Baker Bettie to deepen your understanding of bread techniques.
Wear comfortable shoes
You’ll be on your feet working with dough and ovens; supportive footwear helps keep you comfortable.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Not applicable indoors
History
Bread making is a craft rooted in centuries of French tradition; this workshop captures those historic methods in a modern city setting.
Conservation
The bakery emphasizes sustainable sourcing of ingredients and minimizing waste through efficient kitchen practices.
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Recommended Gear
Apron
Protects your clothing from flour and dough throughout the workshop.
Notebook and pen
Helpful for jotting down tips, recipes, and techniques during the session.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects your feet and provides comfort during standing periods.
Reusable water bottle
Keep hydrated while engaging in hands-on baking.