Sourdough Masterclass Sat, 31st Jan

Learn to make real sourdough in a single day with Baker Jay Porterhouse. This hands-on masterclass shows you how to create lively dough from scratch and then bake it in the Charlie Oven for a crust that sings and a crumb with character. Lunch is charcoal-fired pizzas that you shape, top and bake yourself.

What you will learn

• How to mix feed and care for a healthy starter so it thrives at home
• How to make dough with the right hydration and salt balance
• How to build strength through stretch and folds and judge when the dough is ready
• How to shape for tension and rise
• How to prove, score and bake in the Charlie Oven for superb crust and spring
• How to use the Charlie Oven for baking bread and for fast high-heat pizza sessions

On the day

• Morning session mixing starter and dough then learning stretch and folds
• Charcoal-fired pizzas for lunch made by you with seasonal toppings
• Afternoon session: shaping, proving, scoring and baking your loaf in Charlie
• Plenty of tips on timing temperature and planning bakes around real life

What you take home

• Your baked sourdough loaf
• A live starter to keep you baking
• A proving basket, a dough scraper and a Charlie apron (worth over £50)
• Class notes and a simple timeline so you can repeat the bake with confidence

Who this is for

Perfect for first-timers and for keen home bakers who want better results. No prior experience needed. You just need a love of good bread and an appetite for pizza.

Event details

• Location: Richmond, TW9
• Date: Saturday 31st January
• Time: 10am to 4.00pm

Why bake with Charlie

The Charlie Oven gives steady heat, fast recovery and a clean charcoal flavour. You get a bold crust colour and a tender crumb, and you can switch from bread to pizza without fuss. It is a joy to use, and it makes outdoor baking feel easy.

Good to know

• Please bring a bag or basket to carry your loaf home
• Wear clothes you are happy to get a little floury

Come hungry, leave happy and ready to bake at home.