CRAFTERIA - Bread Lab x Holiday Bread

Crafteria is a combination of the English word “Craft” and Spanish – “tería”, which means a place/hub where something is done.

Crafteria has not only served as a platform for talented instructors to share their passion for the arts but has also functioned as a gathering place for those interested in exploring various art forms. It provides an opportunity for art enthusiasts to connect with like-minded individuals, giving themselves two hours per week for some personal time to unwind, reduce stress, and focus on hands-on crafting, which can have a positive impact on their overall mental well-being.

In this Crafteria project series, we offer unique arts and handmade crafts workshops for youth, from craft coffee, candle making, Pastel Nagomi Art, leather work, bread making to crochet making.

Objectives

  • To build a craft hub to appreciate, respect and explore different forms of handmade craft.
  • To discover a craft idea that cheers up people.
  • To learn about the making of holiday bread and different bread type.

When?

Date: (identical lesson, please choose ONE lesson only)
December 12, 2024 (Thursday)
OR
December 19, 2024 (Thursday)

Time:
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Deadline for Registration:
December 8, 2024 (Sunday)

Where?

Location: Across U-hub
(232 Hood Road, Markham)

Who?

Age 16 or above

Capacity: 8

How Much?

$40 for one lesson

Materials, tools and equipment being used in the workshops will be included.

Please refer to What will the workshop include? section for content of workshop.

Please choose ONE of the following lesson

December 12, 2024
December 19, 2024

What will you learn?

From this Bread Lab x Holiday Bread, you will learn:

  • Step-by-step basic bread making
  • Kneading bread dough: Hand vs. Stand Mixer
  • Overview of different holiday bread types
  • How to use various bread-making utensils and tools

What will the workshop include?

  • Final product: Holiday Braided Bread
  • Demonstration and hands-on practice to make your own bread.
  • Ingredients are included.
  • Tools and utensils provided, including dough kneading mat, dough scraper, mixing bowls, baking tray, apron, and a digital scale.

Who is the instructor?

Teresa Chan
Teresa baked her first bread at George Brown College a decade ago. Inspired by her mom, she adopted baking as a hobby, exploring various baking products through trial and error. Over time, she discovered the magic of bread: observing the mixing of simple ingredients – water, flour, yeast, and salt – into something unique is like witnessing a small miracle each time.

In the upcoming Bread Lab, Teresa will share her homemade tips on bread making, guiding us step-by-step to craft our own bread. We’ll also have the opportunity to taste bread made with different ingredients and baking techniques. Teresa believes that everyone has a unique palate that appreciates specific types of bread. Join the Bread Lab for an enjoyable experience and connect with like-minded individuals through various bread experiments.

Languages

  • Cantonese
  • English

What to bring?

  • Hat
  • Food scale (if available)

Dress code

  • Wear closed-toed shoes. (NO sandals or slippers)
  • Tie your hair if it is long.

Upcoming Workshop

Stay tuned to our website and social media for updates on the following CRAFTERIA workshops in 2024 and 2025*:

  • Dec 2024: Bread Lab x Holiday Bread
  • Jan 2025: The Art of Chinese Characters

* The above schedule of workshop is subject to change, please check for the latest announcement of the exact workshop dates and registration details.

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