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Master Food Preservers Presents: Science of Sourdough - Simplified!

18th Jul 2026, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Registration Required

Saturday, July 18th 10:00am - 1:00pm

Curious about sourdough but overwhelmed by all the information in books and online? This hands-on 3-hour workshop breaks sourdough down into a simple, approachable process you can successfully recreate at home. You'll learn the basic science behind fermentation and starter care, along with practical techniques for timing, mixing dough, stretch-and-folds, shaping, scoring, and baking.

Designed for beginner and intermediate levels, this class focuses on understanding the "why" to make the "how" easier—without getting bogged down in complicated details.

Fee: $75 per person (paid to UC Master Food Preservers)

Includes a take-home sourdough starter kit valued at over $25, featuring:

  • Active sourdough starter in a jar
  • Dehydrated backup starter
  • Banneton proofing basket
  • Covered proofing bowl
  • Dough whisk
  • Bread lame (scoring tool)
  • Silicone Dutch oven loaf lifter
  • Instructional recipe booklet with step-by-step guides

Leave with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to begin your sourdough journey at home.

Please direct any questions to the Master Food Preservers: (707) 565-3026 or mfpsc@ucanr.edu

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