Advanced Sourdough Workshop: Artisan Focaccia and Blueberry Muffins

Master the art of the perfect dimple and the science of the "sweet" discard!


Hankerie
Hankerie
5.0 (11)

4 hours Class size 1 to 5 guests    

  $269 Now $259 (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

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You’ve mastered the loaf—now it’s time to play!
Imagine waking up on a Sunday morning, pulling a bubbly, golden Sourdough Focaccia out of the oven, and pairing it with a freshly baked Sourdough Blueberry Muffin. If you’re a busy 9-to-5er who loves the sourdough lifestyle but wants to expand your repertoire, this advanced workshop at our Ryde studio is your playground.
For 16 years, I’ve been obsessed with the versatility of wild yeast. I’ve distilled two decades of trial and error into this high-impact, 4-hour session designed to help you master high-hydration doughs and delicious "discard" treats without the stress. We skip the beginner basics and get straight to the artisan techniques that make your bakes look and taste like they came from a boutique Sydney bakery.
What you will master
  • The Focaccia Framework: Learn the secrets to that signature bubbly texture, the perfect "dimpling" technique, and how to use seasonal toppings to create a masterpiece.
  • Sweet Sourdough Science: Discover how to transform your sourdough discard into the fluffiest, most crave-worthy Blueberry Muffins (Cupcake Style) you’ve ever tasted.
  • High-Hydration Handling: Get comfortable with wetter doughs to achieve that light, airy crumb that defines a premium focaccia.
  • The "No-Waste" Philosophy: Master the art of the "Sourdough Discard"—ensuring every gram of your starter serves a delicious purpose.
What you'll get
We don’t just send you home with knowledge; we send you home ready to bake a feast:
  • The Recipes: Two recipes for Artisan Focaccia and Blueberry Sourdough Muffins/Cupcakes.
  • The "Bake Tomorrow" Kit: One 500g unbaked sourdough focaccia dough, prepped in class and ready for you to dimple and bake at home the next morning.
  • The Golden Ingredient: 50g of our Mature, High-Activity Sourdough Starter to ensure your bakes at home are strong and flavourful from day one.
  • Digital Mastery: Exclusive access to our Sourdough Discard Video and digital recipe tutorials so you can watch the techniques on repeat.
  • The Tasting Session: We’ll enjoy freshly baked sourdough treats and refreshments during the class to fuel your creativity.
  • Bonus #1: 20% OFF our Sourdough Starter Tool Kit for all attendees!
Want More Starter? Here's the Upgrade:
The 50g included in your ticket is a working portion—plenty to feed up at home. If you'd like a bigger head start, purchase our Complete Starter Kit in person on the day and you'll get your choice of:
1. More fresh starter — a larger portion of active, ready-to-bake culture, OR
2. A packet of dried starter — shelf-stable backup insurance. Store it in your pantry and revive it any time your fresh starter has a bad week.
Knowledge required
This is an Advanced Class. We recommend having some basic sourdough experience (or having attended our Beginner Class), but adventurous beginners are always welcome!
What to bring
Big empty tupperware to bring a focaccia home to bake the next day, and bring baked muffins home.
Location

Hankerie, Ellen St, Ryde NSW

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Hankerie
Hankerie

5.0 (11)
female Women-owned

Driven by over two decades of passion for home baking, Hankerie is more than a culinary studio, it is a legacy built on the belief that anyone can create professional-grade food in their own kitchen. Founded by a dedicated food blogger, award-winning baker, and author of The 9-to-5 Sourdough Blueprint on Amazon, we specialise in teaching sourdough, cookies, and cakes to those who balance a busy corporate career with a love for artisanal food.
Our journey is rooted in proven expertise. Hankerie has been recognized as the Most Innovative Artisan Baking Education Provider 2026 – Australia, winner of the LUXlife Sourdough Education Excellence Award 2026, a finalist in the Northern District Local Business Awards, and 1st Runner Up in the ASEAN Food Channel Cook-Off, alongside features on Malaysian TV (NTV7) for decorated Swiss rolls. At the heart of our bread-making classes is a heritage 16-year-old sourdough starter, nurtured daily for over a decade.
We understand that time is your most precious ingredient. Because our founder also navigates a corporate 9-to-5, our curriculum is engineered for "working bakers." We don't just teach recipes; we teach lifestyle integration, breaking down fermentation science and delicate decorating into stress-free steps that fit seamlessly into your work week.
Whether mastering a crusty loaf or refining your sweet bakes, our Sydney-based classes deliver core skills and confidence. Join us to discover how 20 years of blogging, competing, and teaching can be distilled into a single, joyful afternoon of learning.

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