Continental Breads: 7 November 2026

Join us in the kitchen for a comprehensive full-day workshop dedicated to mastering a selection of classic continental breads, including baguettes, focaccia and ciabatta. During this 6½-hour hands-on workshop, you'll learn the techniques behind mixing, kneading, shaping and baking artisan-style breads, along with a delicious sweet treat. Designed to simplify the art of bread making, this workshop will equip you with the essential skills and confidence to recreate these bakery favourites in your own kitchen.

What You Will Learn:

• Mixing, kneading, proving, shaping, and baking a variety of breads
• Selecting the right type of flour for your recipes
• Understanding different types of yeast and their uses
• Tips and techniques to monitor and perfect your baking process

Typical Bakes:

• Ciabatta: Learn how to make this light and airy bread, traditionally baked in a slipper shape
• Focaccia: A classic Italian bread made with an olive oil dough
• Baguettes: Made with a poolish, understand how to shape and bake the perfect French baguette
• Almond Biscotti: Twice-baked Italian biscuit, made with almonds and a hint of lemon

This workshop includes:

• Hands-on experience with expert guidance
• Lunch to keep you energised throughout the day
• Comprehensive workshop notes to help you continue your baking journey at home.

By the end of the class, you'll have freshly baked goods to take away with you and a newfound confidence in your bread-making abilities. 

Allergen information: wheat, nuts and sesame seeds will or could be used during this class. Workshops take place in a working kitchen and therefore there may also be traces of other allergens. Unfortunately, we aren’t able to tailor recipes for substitutions or alterations, as these can fundamentally change the composition and final bake result. If you have specific food allergies, please make us aware at the time of booking. For more information regarding the range of ingredients used at The Batch Kitchen, please contact us before booking your course.

For more information on our booking policy, please read our full Workshop Terms and Conditions.

LOCATION

The Batch Kitchen, Unit 5, Weston Farm, The Street, Albury, Surrey GU5 9AY