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Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of baking classes are available?

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  The baking class offerings include sourdough masterclasses, bread making workshops, artisan bread classes, cupcake decorating masterclasses, chocolate hand-tempering, gelato making, cheese making courses, and specialized Zoom-based courses covering topics like scrolls, sponge cakes, cookies, puff pastry, and muffins. Classes range from 30-minute online sessions to full-day hands-on workshops, catering to beginners through to intermediate bakers.

• Are baking classes suitable for beginners?

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  Yes. Most classes explicitly state they are suited for keen beginners and those with some baking experience. For example, the Sourdough Master Class in Sydney is described as suitable for 'keen beginners as well as those with some baking experience.' Classes typically provide step-by-step instruction and hands-on demonstrations to build foundational skills.

• What will I take home from a baking class?

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  Takeaways vary by class but commonly include: freshly baked bread or baked goods you've made, dough shaped and ready to bake at home, sourdough starter culture, printed recipes and baking methods, ingredient packages (such as 1 kilo of organic flour), certificates, and aprons. For example, Beginners Bread Making includes an embroidered Fairtrade cotton apron and 1 kilo of organic flour to take home.

• How long do baking classes typically run?

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  Class duration varies significantly. Online Zoom sessions range from 30-45 minutes, while hands-on workshops typically last 1.5-3 hours. Full-day comprehensive workshops, such as the Redbeard Historic Bakery workshop covering sourdough leavens, kneading, shaping, and oven techniques, span the entire day. Some courses combine a live Zoom component with access to full online courses for self-paced learning.

• Who teaches the baking classes?

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  Classes are led by experienced professionals in their fields. Examples include Lise Ramsden (Redbeard Head Baker), Alan Reid (RedBeard co-founder with nearly two decades of sourdough experience), Rick Lavender (Naturopath with over a decade of nutrition teaching experience), and professional pastry chefs and bakers from establishments like Bourke Street Bakery, Brasserie Bread, and The Bread Social.

• Are there baking classes available for children?

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  Yes. Free Kids Classes are offered in Sydney through Brasserie Bread for children ages 5 years and older, with a maximum of 4 children per booking. School holiday programs are available for children ages 8-16, including chocolate-making classes. Additionally, some cooking schools offer classes for kitchen-confident children ages 10 and older, and adult classes often welcome teenagers accompanied by a paying adult.