Saturday, August 01 - Artisan Sourdough Baking Workshop

✓ Includes $85 Sourdough Essentials Kit
✓ Freshly baked loaf to take home
✓ Dough prepared for next day's bake
✓ Refreshments included
✓ Limited to only 4 participants per workshop

When: 2-6pm, Saturday, August 01

Where: Rüdi's @ The Riverbank Lane, 298 Victoria St, Kirikiriroa

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Learn the Art of Sourdough Baking at Rüdi's Bakehouse

Imagine pulling a beautifully risen loaf from your oven, hearing the crackle of its golden crust as it cools, and filling your home with the unmistakable aroma of freshly baked sourdough.

In this highly hands-on 4-hour workshop, you'll step behind the scenes at Rüdi's and learn the techniques our team uses every day to create artisan bread.

Limited to just four participants, the workshop offers plenty of personal guidance as you mix, shape, ferment and bake your own sourdough.

Whether you're a complete beginner or you've struggled to achieve consistent results at home, we'll help you build the skills, confidence and understanding needed to bake exceptional sourdough for yourself, your family and friends.

Why Only Four Participants?

Most baking classes focus on demonstrations. We've intentionally limited this workshop to just four participants so every person receives personalised guidance, hands-on practice and direct feedback throughout the session.

Hosted inside our working bakery, you'll learn the same artisan principles that guide our baking here at Rüdi's. Rather than simply watching, you'll be actively mixing, shaping, fermenting and baking your own bread throughout the workshop.

You'll spend less time observing and more time baking.

What You'll Learn

During the workshop you'll gain practical experience, learning:

• The difference between yeasted and sourdough breads 
• How to manage, maintain and care for your sourdough starter
• How to build a dough, stretching & folding, signs of fermentation, resting times, proofing and shaping a dough
• How to make, and bake, a hybrid bread and a basic sourdough bread

What You'll Take Home

Every participant will leave the workshop with:

• A Rüdi's sourdough essentials kit ($85) that includes:
• Sourdough starter
• Banneton (dough proofing basket)
• Dough scraper
• Bread lame (scoring knife)
• A recipe and instruction guidebook
• A bread that you'll prepare and bake during the workshop
• A dough that'll proof overnight and that you'll bake at home the following morning
• The confidence to continue your sourdough baking journey and impress your family and friends!

Refreshments Included

Enjoy a relaxed bakery experience with a glass from our neighbours at Mr Pickles's (tap beer, first pour wine or non-alcoholic) and a selection of sourdough breads and cheeses during the workshop.

Meet Your Instructors

Fern, co-founder of Rüdi's will join Emma in guiding you through your workshop. Emma works alongside Stefan at Rüdi's Bakehouse, preparing and baking sourdough every day.

Passionate about helping others learn, Emma combines practical bakery experience with a patient and approachable teaching style that makes this workshop ideal for beginners.

Who Is This Workshop For?

• Complete beginners
• Home bakers wanting more consistent results
• Food lovers interested in artisan baking
  
• Anyone looking for a unique local experience
• Gift recipients who enjoy hands-on experiences

Reserve Your Place

Places are strictly limited to four participants per workshop.

Join us for an immersive artisan baking experience and leave with the skills, tools and confidence to bake beautiful sourdough at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any baking experience?
No. This workshop is designed for beginners and first-time sourdough bakers.

What if I've tried sourdough before and failed?
Perfect. Previous participants have joined because they've struggled with sourdough at home. We'll help you understand the key techniques that make the biggest difference.

What should I bring?
Just yourself and any questions you might have. Everything you'll need is provided.
Optional: your favourite apron, but we'll also have some available for use

How many people attend?
We limit workshops to just four participants to ensure everyone receives personalised guidance and plenty of hands-on experience.
Workshops require a minimum of 2 participants to proceed. If minimum numbers are not reached, participants will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.