Altamura, a historic town in southern Italy, is renowned for its unique sourdough bread. Visitors can now enjoy the rich culinary heritage of this region through a captivating bread-making workshop. Under the guidance of a master baker, you will uncover the secrets behind the creation of the renowned Altamura bread, using high-quality local flours. But the experience doesn’t end there – a delightful tasting of artisan baked goods and local red wine awaits, offering a true taste of Altamura’s vibrant food culture.
Key Points
- Unique 2-hour hands-on bread-making workshop focusing on traditional Altamura bread using sourdough, with a capacity of up to 8 participants.
- Tasting experience featuring a variety of artisan baked goods, including bread, focaccia, taralli, cookies, and local sweets, accompanied by local red wine.
- Insights into the Altamura bread-making process, selection of high-quality local flours and ingredients, and the importance of mother yeast (sourdough).
- Opportunity to discover community traditions surrounding bread-making and its integral role in Altamura’s culinary heritage.
- Historic Altamura bakery setting for an immersive bread-making experience, with a meeting point at the entrance marked by an old chapel and public fountain.
Experience Overview
The Altamura Bread Workshop offers a unique 2-hour hands-on experience for up to 8 participants.
A unique 2-hour hands-on bread-making workshop for up to 8 participants at the Altamura Bread Workshop.
Instruction is provided in both Italian and English. The cost is €220.00 per group (up to 4 people).
Flexible booking allows reserving now and paying later. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the event.
Participants will learn to make traditional Altamura bread using sourdough, shaping and baking their own loaves in a wood-fired oven.
The workshop includes tasting local baked goods like bread, focaccia, and cookies, accompanied by regional red wine.
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Workshop Details
During the Altamura Bread Workshop, you will get hands-on experience making traditional Altamura bread using sourdough.
A master baker will demonstrate the baking stages, highlighting the importance of the wood-fired oven central to the traditional bread-making process.
Participants will shape and bake their own loaves, learning about the selection of high-quality local flours and the role of mother yeast in achieving the bread’s distinctive flavor.
The workshop provides insight into the community traditions surrounding bread-making in Altamura, a historic town renowned for its exceptional bread.
Tasting Experience
Participants can look forward to tasting an array of artisan baked goods, including bread, focaccia, taralli, cookies, and local sweets.
These tastings are accompanied by local red wine. The experience begins with a sampling of frisella, a typical Apulian appetizer.
The focus is on authentic flavors and culinary traditions of Altamura. Participants will have the opportunity to savor the diverse range of baked specialties, gaining insight into the rich heritage and flavors that define the region’s bread-making legacy.
Learning Components
Throughout the workshop, participants gain valuable insights into the unique process of Altamura bread-making.
They’ll learn about the selection of high-quality local flours and ingredients that contribute to the bread’s distinct flavor. The master baker explains the importance of the mother yeast, or sourdough, which is central to the bread’s depth of taste.
Participants also discover the community traditions surrounding bread-making in Altamura, an integral part of the region’s culinary heritage.
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The historic Altamura bakery serves as the venue for this immersive bread-making experience.
The meeting point is the entrance of the bakery, located in front of the old chapel with a public fountain. This traditional setting provides an authentic backdrop for participants to learn the time-honored techniques of Altamura bread baking.
Before the workshop begins, guests are encouraged to check the availability of starting times to ensure they arrive promptly and make the most of the 2-hour experience.
The intimate class size, limited to 8 participants, ensures personalized attention throughout the bread-shaping and baking process.
Preparing for the Workshop
As guests arrive at the historic Altamura bakery, they’ll find the meeting point at the entrance, marked by the old chapel and public fountain.
The group size is limited to 8 participants, allowing for a personalized and intimate experience. Instruction is provided in both Italian and English, accommodating diverse backgrounds.
Guests can book with flexibility, reserving now and paying later. With free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, the experience can be tailored to individual schedules.
Once the group assembles, they’ll soon begin their hands-on journey into the art of traditional Altamura bread-making.
Exploring Altamura’s Culinary Heritage
With Altamura’s centuries-old bread-making traditions at the heart of the workshop, participants explore the rich culinary heritage of this historic Italian town.
They learn about the importance of high-quality local flours and ingredients, as well as the role of mother yeast in achieving the bread’s distinctive flavor.
The workshop also highlights the community traditions surrounding bread-making, providing insight into Altamura’s deep-rooted culinary identity.
The community traditions surrounding bread-making provide insight into Altamura’s deep-rooted culinary identity.
From the first tasting of frisella, a typical Apulian appetizer, to the final sampling of artisan baked goods accompanied by local red wine, the experience is a true immersion in Altamura’s authentic flavors and traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need Prior Bread-Making Experience to Attend the Workshop?
No, prior bread-making experience isn’t required. The workshop is designed for all skill levels, with a master baker providing hands-on guidance to participants as they shape and bake their own traditional bread.
What Should I Wear for the Hands-On Bread-Making?
Wear comfortable, casual clothing that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. Aprons will be provided, but you’ll want clothes that allow easy movement for the hands-on bread-making. Closed-toe shoes are recommended for safety during the workshop.
Is the Workshop Suitable for Vegetarians or Those With Dietary Restrictions?
The workshop accommodates vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions. The tasting experience includes vegetarian options, and participants can opt out of any items they don’t want to try. The bread-making process itself is suitable for all diets.
Can I Take the Bread I Make Home With Me?
Yes, participants can take home the bread they make during the workshop. The workshop includes instructions on how to properly package and preserve the freshly baked bread for transport.
Is There Any Parking Available Near the Bakery Venue?
There is limited street parking available near the historic bakery venue. Guests are advised to arrive early to find a spot. Alternatively, there are public parking lots within a 5-10 minute walk of the meeting point.
The Sum Up
This bread-making workshop in Altamura offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich culinary traditions of the region. Participants will learn the art of sourdough baking from a master baker, creating artisanal bread, focaccia, and local sweets. The experience culminates in a tasting paired with local red wine, providing a true taste of Altamura’s vibrant food culture.
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