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The Art of Focaccia

Guests will learn the essentials of mixing, proofing, shaping, and baking this classic Italian bread, along with techniques for creating its signature airy texture and golden, crisp finish. Using fresh herbs, seasonal vegetables, roasted garlic, olives, artisan salts, and other flavorful toppings, each guest will design a beautifully finished focaccia that is as visually striking as it is delicious. Along the way, Resort Chef Robert Ito will share tips for working with dough, layering flavors, and recreating the experience at home.

Guests will enjoy freshly baked focaccia during the class and leave with recipes, practical techniques, and inspiration for bringing a little artisan flair to their own table.

Guests will learn the essentials of mixing, proofing, shaping, and baking this classic Italian bread, along with techniques for creating its signature airy texture and golden, crisp finish. Using fresh herbs, seasonal vegetables, roasted garlic, olives, artisan salts, and other flavorful toppings, each guest will design a beautifully finished focaccia that is as visually striking as it is delicious. Along the way, Resort Chef Robert Ito will share tips for working with dough, layering flavors, and recreating the experience at home.

Enjoy freshly baked focaccia during the class and leave with recipes, practical techniques, and inspiration for bringing a little artisan flair to their own table.

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The Art of Focaccia
The Art of Focaccia

Guests will learn the essentials of mixing, proofing, shaping, and baking this classic Italian bread, along with techniques for creating its signature airy texture and golden, crisp finish. Using fresh herbs, seasonal vegetables, roasted garlic, olives, artisan salts, and other flavorful toppings, each guest will design a beautifully finished focaccia that is as visually striking as it is delicious. Along the way, Resort Chef Robert Ito will share tips for working with dough, layering flavors, and recreating the experience at home.

Guests will enjoy freshly baked focaccia during the class and leave with recipes, practical techniques, and inspiration for bringing a little artisan flair to their own table.

Features

Class Details

  • Class approach: Hands-on focaccia making with Resort Chef Robert Ito, from mixing and proofing through shaping, topping, and baking
  • Toppings: Fresh herbs, seasonal vegetables, roasted garlic, olives, artisan salts, and more
  • Enjoy freshly baked focaccia during the class and take home recipes and techniques
  • Ticket price: $85 per person | 40 guest capacity

What to Bring

  • Comfortable clothing you don't mind getting a little floury
  • An apron, if preferred
  • Your appetite

Arrival Information

  • Please arrive 10 minutes before class start time
  • Check in at Guest Registration for directions to the Garden Ballroom
Robert Ito
Appellation Lodi - Wine & Roses
Robert Ito
Resort Chef

Testimonials

"The instructor was clear and creative. It was so relaxing!" - Cathy L.
"A great 2 hours with my daughter, we loved to make cookies together." - Jennifer G.
"We learned something new and now appreciate it." - Carrie M.
"Everyone was so friendly and I met some new ladies. Thank you so much for the special time!" – Marilys G.
"I loved the people, experience, atmosphere and learning." - Diane B.
"Very straight forward step-by-step directions, clear and concise. Lots of support and encouragement." - Renee L.