Bake With Maria

From afternoon tea spreads to authentic Italian ciabatta, from Danish hygge-inspired pastries to classic French croissants, this London baking school teaches across an impressive breadth of baking traditions. Maria, with over 13 years of teaching experience, runs classes that span everything from fundamental bread making to delicate patisserie work. The programme covers both sweet and savoury baking, with seasonal offerings that celebrate traditional festivities. Classes accommodate all skill levels, making complex techniques accessible through hands-on instruction in a domestic kitchen setting. Many sessions run for three hours, though more intensive courses like the French Croissant Class extend to four hours to allow proper time for laminated dough techniques. Individual classes showcase the depth of instruction available. The Afternoon Tea Baking session teaches students to create mini lemon loaf cakes topped with torched Swiss meringue, craft two types of small tarts including chocolate ganache versions with pecan brittle, and master gourmet finger sandwiches. The French Croissant Class focuses entirely on hand lamination techniques, teaching students to make homemade crème patissière whilst creating traditional croissants, pain au chocolat, pain au raisin, and monkeybread. The comprehensive Bread Baking Extravaganza covers five different breads in one session, from country loaves to Italian focaccia, with particular attention to yeast work and proper kneading techniques. The Danish Baking Class brings authentic Scandinavian traditions to life, teaching the fermentation process for rye bread and creating spectacular swirling wreath-shaped pastries in what's described as a hygge-inspired atmosphere. Classes from £95 include corporate bookings and private hire options, with multi-day courses and online instruction also available for those seeking flexibility in their baking education.

Reviews

Location

26 Crewys Rd, London NW2 2AA

A few things we think are worth having if you want to keep baking at home.

Equipment

Lodge Cast Iron Dutch Oven

The best affordable way to bake artisan-quality loaves at home.

~£65View on Amazon

Equipment

Banneton Proofing Basket Set

Essential for shaping sourdough. Gives your loaves that beautiful spiral pattern.

~£18View on Amazon

Book

Tartine Bread - Chad Robertson

The sourdough bible. Start here if you're serious about bread.

~£28View on Amazon

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