Swell Seaside Session: Artisan Breads Workshop

Welcome to Swell Kitchen's Seaside Sessions! Join us for a hands-on foodie workshop by the seaside at Coldwell Beach, up Indian Arm just 25 minutes by boat from Deep Cove, North Vancouver. Learn all about how to make artisan breads using our very own organic and small batch milled flour! We will cover four different artisan bread types to cater to the bread lover in you including Sourdough Boules, Focaccia, Ciabatta Buns and French Baguettes. Indulge in a scrumptious meal we will make together while soaking in the sea breeze and stunning views. This in-person event promises a memorable experience filled with delicious food, great company, and a celebration of the seaside. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy good food and good vibes in a beautiful seaside setting. Grab your spot now! Your meal, and round trip boat transport is included in this ticket price.

Join Chef Kate Fraser in this hands on interactive cooking workshop to learn all about the in's and out's of making fresh pasta, as you take in the views that surround you of our beautiful westcoast waters.

What You Will Learn:

• How to select the right flour in any store, for ideal breadmaking
• Understand all things sourdough including: feeding/managing starter, what to do with sourdough discard, how to make a beautiful boule.
• How to make the most satisfying focaccia of your entire life
• How to easily make a full tray of ciabatta buns for your week of lunches at home
• How to form a traditional French baguette loaf
• How to par-bake artisan loaves to finish baking at a later date
• The foolproof bread proofing method to know when your bread is ready to bake
• How to bake in your oven at home for that artisanal crunchy crust
• Shaping methods to ensure maximum oven-spring for your loaves
• Scoring methods for beautiful loaves everytime
• How to package your fresh bread to give as gifts
• How to know if your loaf is cooked inside or still dough
• 5 Simple gourmet sandwiches that anyone can make

What You Get:

• A scenic chug by boat through the most southerly westcoast fjord we have in Canada
• A chance to experience off-grid living, in a remote location with no connection to town (though we do have incredible wifi to share with you)
• The critical information to turn you into a Italian pasta Granny
• All of our tips and tricks in the kitchen to make preparing fresh pasta at home easy
• Snacks, nibbles and libations to keep you watered throughout our time together
• A mouthwatering meal to enjoy during the workshop that we will prepare together
• Exclusive access to our Swell Seaside Sessions member's only website workshop area, featuring all the info and recipes featured in the workshop
• 10% Discount on future Swell Seaside Sessions that you might like to take
• A relaxing, rejuvinating and oh-so-fun time spent seaside with friends, new and old where views abound. Watch ravens and eagles soar past, while seals peek up to see what we are cooking.
• A 'thank you' jar of our Swell Kitchen's in demand sourdough starter and a bonus bag of our Swell Sourdough Feed to get you started at home
  

Who's this Workshop For?

This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about making and preparing artisanal breads at home. The only requirement is to come prepared for an open-air, hands-on event.

Come on your own, with your bestie, your family, or someone you'd like to get to know better (hint: what a great idea for date night we have here, huh?)

Extra Info:

• Please note: If we cancel an event due to adverse weather or sea conditions, we will refund you. Otherwise, tickets are non refundable.
• Feel free to reach out to: hello@swellkitchen.com if you have any questions ahead of time
• Please notify us prior to the workshop if you have any other dietary restrictions or preferences. We will get back to you to confirm if we can accommodate them.
• Head to our Instagram () to learn more about us
• Space is very limited and we tend to sell out quickly - be sure to secure your spot ASAP if you're keen to join us.
  

If you're wanting to get out of the city, soak up some beauty and create something incredible together, then this workshop series is for you!

The Dining Deck at Swell Kitchen

Our 42' Dining Deck sits atop the rock just at the sea's edge. At high tide, the water laps at the rocks right below your feet. Nature is all around you, and we promise, none of the "busy-ness" of town will disturb you here.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Pickup Location, 4425 Gallant Avenue, North Vancouver, Canada