Come and enjoy a unique class to prepare Mexican colonial-inspired bread. You’ll learn traditional techniques, culinary history, and at the end, you’ll enjoy a tasting of freshly baked bread.

PRICE: $83
per person

 

From the moment you arrive at a traditional and artisanal bakery in San Miguel de Allende, you’ll dive into the world of bread as a professional baker experiences it. Amidst the aromas of fresh dough and a hot oven, you’ll discover the workspace, utensils, and techniques that bring colonial-inspired Mexican bread to life.

The experience is totally hands-on and immersive. We’ll guide you step by step, and you’ll learn how to make the famous Mexican conchas from scratch, working the dough, understanding fermentation, shaping each piece, and preparing them for baking. You’ll also make delicious, light, aromatic, and delicate sponge cakes from an ancient Mexican tradition, inspired by historical recipes from old Mexican monasteries and convents, adapted to local ingredients.

During this class, you’ll discover how baking came to Mexico in colonial times and how these techniques were transformed over time to create unique flavors and textures that are now part of the country’s culinary identity. You don’t need to be an expert baker; the class is designed for all levels and for those who enjoy learning to make bread with their own hands.

While the bread is baking, we’ll share stories, tips, and trade secrets with you in a friendly and authentic atmosphere. Finally, the most anticipated moment: you’ll taste your own freshly baked bread, accompanied by delicious Mexican chocolate prepared on the spot, closing the experience with flavors, aromas, and memories you’ll take with you forever.

Hands-on class in a traditional artisan bakery in San Miguel de Allende.
Learn how to make conchas and fluffy sponge cakes from scratch.
Learn authentic kneading, shaping, and baking techniques.
A cultural experience for all levels, no prior experience needed.
Taste freshly baked bread with Mexican chocolate prepared on the spot.

Hands-on Mexican baking class in a traditional artisan bakery
All the ingredients, raw materials, and supplies you’ll need
Use of bakery utensils and equipment during class
Making Mexican conchas and sponge cakes from scratch
Freshly baked bread tasting
Freshly prepared Mexican chocolate
Printed or digital cookbook to replicate the recipes at home
Breads made during class to take away
Personalized participation certificate, signed by professional chefs
Transportation to and from the meeting point.
Food or drinks not mentioned in the description.
Personal purchases inside the bakery.
Tips (optional). Tips for chefs and cooks aren’t included; any gratuity offered is voluntary and will be deeply appreciated, as they’ve prepared to provide an unforgettable experience to remember for a lifetime.

 

 

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