Baking and cooking school

Lievito Madre & Co: Introduction to Sourdough - EN

with Grazia De Martino

Bake your first real sourdough bread with a passionate Italian sourdough baker. During the workshop, Grazia, founder of Grazia's baking, will introduce you to Grannie, her Lievito Madre (Italian-style sourdough). We will take a look at the liquid and stiff versions of Lievito Madre and how to use it in a basic no-knead method perfectly designed for home bakers. In this class, we will address the different peculiarities of grains, the sustainability of sourdough baking, and how to choose the right flour for sourdough fermentation. This class is beginner level and will open doors to start your sourdough journey. The workshop will be held in English.

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Date
Thursday, June 11, 2026
18:00-22:00

Language
English

Venue
Museum Mühlerama Seefeldstrasse 231
8008 Zurich

Course management
Grazia De Martino

Cost
CHF 165.00 Catering included

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Grazia De Martino

is the maker behind Grazia's Baking. Motherhood gave her the opportunity to slow down and experiment with her Lievito madre "Grannie". Grazia is passionate about teaching home baking techniques and skills in English with a charming Italian accent. She has lived in the Middle East for more than a decade where she developed a great love and deep understanding of the local cuisine. She loves to combine Italian and Middle Eastern flavors while celebrating the Mediterranean.