Sourdough Bread Workshop

Saffron Studio's Alameda sourdough workshop walks students through starter maintenance, dough hydration, bulk fermentation timing, folding technique, shaping, and scoring before loading the loaves into a Dutch oven for a crackly bake. Instructor Athena is knowledgeable and patient, fielding every question about crust color, crumb structure, and starter smell so students leave with a real understanding of the process, not just a recipe. Every participant takes home a baked loaf and a portion of heirloom starter to keep the practice going at home.