A 2-Day Hands-On Workshop

When – 25 to 26 October from 9:30am on both days.

Where – Wickedfood Earth Country Cooking School in Gauteng .

Cost – R2 490pp for both days.

With Accommodation – From R3 290pp sharing (R800 single supplement), includes, workshop and accommodation.

To book – cilla@wickedfood.co.za or 076 236-2345 or Quicket 

Rediscover the lost art of real bread, from the ground up.

For over 10,000 years, bread has been at the heart of our tables — a symbol of nourishment, celebration, and community. At Wickedfood Earth Farm, we’re bringing this tradition back to life with our immersive A to Z of Bread Baking Workshop, hosted in our farm kitchen nestled in the scenic Magalies Valley.

This two-day, hands-on workshop is designed to demystify the process of baking wholesome, flavourful bread from scratch. Whether you’re an enthusiastic beginner or looking to refine your baking skills, you’ll leave with the confidence to bake a variety of breads at home — and likely never buy a loaf again.

Workshop Overview

Day 1 – Everyday Breads, Done Right

We begin with a versatile, foolproof basic bread dough. From there, we explore a wide range of shaping and baking techniques. You’ll learn to create:

  • Light and airy pitta
  • Chewy, crusty ciabatta
  • Rustic chunky farmhouse loaves
  • Herby, savoury focaccia
  • Soft, sweet Chelsea buns

All designed to build your understanding of dough texture, timing, and flavour — the perfect foundation for confident home baking.

Day 2 – Artisan and Celebration Breads

On the second day, we take things up a notch, working with more complex doughs, slow fermentation techniques, and celebration-style loaves. You’ll bake:

  • Our take on naturally leavened slow-rise sourdough
  • Rich and buttery brioche
  • Classic hot-cross buns
  • Braided challah
  • Hearty wholewheat loaves
  • A versatile gluten-free or low-carb bread

The result? A beautifully diverse bread basket, rich with flavour and steeped in tradition.

Why Learn with Wickedfood Earth Farm?

Founded in 2009 by Mike and Cilla, Wickedfood Earth Farm is a working, self-sustainable farm committed to ethical food systems and traditional food knowledge. From permaculture gardens to pasture-raised livestock, everything here is guided by the principle of responsible use of sustainable resources.

Our workshops are more than cooking classes — they’re about connecting with the land, learning timeless skills, and becoming more self-sufficient. Each bread you bake will be grounded in this philosophy — simple, natural, and full of purpose.

What You’ll Gain

  • A full understanding of bread making, from daily staples to festive loaves;
  • Practical, hands-on experience in a supportive, farm-to-table environment;
  • Comprehensive notes and recipes to take home;
  • Delicious breads to enjoy and taste in the workshop;
  • The confidence to bake for yourself, family, and friends.

Limited spots available — join us for a weekend of flour-dusted joy, countryside calm, and the unmistakable smell of fresh bread rising in the oven.