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Knead to Know: A hands‑on bread masterclass at Islington HQ
A focused, three‑hour, hands‑on class from The Jamie Oliver Cookery School that teaches mixing, kneading, proving and shaping while you bake and eat fresh loaves.
Knead to Know: A hands‑on bread masterclass at Islington HQ.
Roll up your sleeves at The Jamie Oliver Cookery School’s Islington HQ for a concentrated, three‑hour workshop that walks you through the foundations of bread baking — from yeast to final bake — and culminates in a shared meal and loaves to take home.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands‑on breadcraft: mix, knead, prove
Under expert tuition you learn to mix, knead and prove like a pro, practising shaping techniques and making two loaves from scratch — including a showstopping stuffed picnic loaf and mini wholemeal loaves.
A menu built around fresh bread
The class centres on bread you eat there and take home: fresh rosemary focaccia, mini wholemeal loaves and an antipasti‑stuffed picnic loaf, plus a BLT made from your freshly baked bread; a complimentary glass of bubbles (or a soft drink) is served on arrival.
Recipes, loaves and confidence to bake at home
You leave with focaccia and picnic loaves to enjoy at home and a digital recipe pack to recreate the class dishes; all ingredients, equipment and aprons are provided during the session.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
The class blends demonstration and hands‑on practice: an expert teaching chef leads easy‑to‑follow demos, you work at your own station to recreate the dishes, and the session concludes with a communal sit‑down (or a takeaway box) where you taste your baked breads and the signature BLT.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this class is for — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No specialist kit required; all ingredients, equipment and aprons are provided for the class.
The Cookery School supplies ingredients, equipment and aprons so you can turn up ready to bake.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the class?
The class runs for three hours, which includes teaching demonstrations, hands‑on cooking and time to eat at the chef’s table.
What will I learn?
You will learn to mix, knead and prove, practise shaping techniques and make two loaves from scratch, including a stuffed picnic loaf and mini wholemeal loaves.
What food and drink are included?
You’ll eat fresh rosemary focaccia, mini wholemeal loaves and an antipasti‑stuffed picnic loaf, and enjoy a BLT made with your baked bread; a complimentary glass of bubbles (or soft drink) is served on arrival, and water is provided throughout. Additional alcoholic and soft drinks are available to purchase.
Do I need to bring ingredients or equipment?
No — all ingredients, equipment and aprons are provided for the session.
Can friends or family come and watch?
No — only those who are actively taking part in the class are permitted at the Cookery School; the operator cannot accommodate spectators or provide a waiting area.
Will I get recipes to recreate the bread at home?
Yes — the class includes a digital recipe pack with everything you need to recreate the breads at home.