Bread, Focaccia and Friselle Cooking Class

Welcome to our culinary adventure, in this exciting cooking class we will take you to discover the secrets of Apulian bread making , immersing you in the tradition and authentic flavor of bread, friselle and his majesty the focaccia! Together we will explore the ancient art of creating the perfect dough, from the selection of ingredients to processing following the methods handed down from generation to generation in Apulian kitchens.

With your hands we will shape the dough into unique shapes, giving life to fragrant loaves of bread , crunchy friselle and soft focaccias expressing your creativity through every fold and cut. Each step will be a sensory journey, from the inviting scent of leavened dough to the freshly baked crunchy delights that will delight the palate. We will also explore the variety of traditional condiments and toppings , from simple tomato brine, to extra virgin olive oil, enriching our creations with the distinctive flavors of Puglia cuisine.

In addition to the practice, we will share stories and anecdotes about the history and culture of bread making in Puglia , discovering the deep connection between food and regional identity. In the end, you will take home not only the skills to create bread, friselle and focaccia in your kitchen but also a deep understanding of Puglia’s culinary tradition and its gastronomic treasures.