Pan de Muerto Masterclass
Saturday, February 24, 2024 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM (Includes Lunch)
$349.00
Join Guest Chef Alex Peña, a California native, a former Marine, a passionate Master Baker, trained culinary chef, and a professional bread scientist for his third masterclass - Pan de Muerto. Chef Alex is our FABulous Guest Chef all the way from California for 4 full days teaching a different masterclass each day, so don’t delay…these classes will sell out quickly!
Pan de Muerto, is a fragrant sweet bread that has deep roots to ancient Aztec rituals and Spanish symbolism. Because of its fragrant qualities, the bread is said to serve as one of many ways to call on passed friends and loved ones; it is the centerpiece on many altars during the Day of the Dead. The multi-day holiday, known in Latin America as El Di´a de los Muertos is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd.
Pan de Muerto, meaning bread of the dead in Spanish, is made up using a sweet dough. The buttery dough contains orange peel and additional Agua de Azahar (orange blossom water). The breads are typically made up to represent a tomb or in some cases a corpse; our focus will be the tombs. Tumbas represent the bones and skull of the deceased loved one.
Students will learn about the process and techniques behind Tumbas (tombs), made in different sizes and using different decorating techniques. During the fermentation stage of the yeast-raised dough, students will learn how to make Polvorones de Naranja (orange flavored butter cookies). An easy cookie recipe with deep Moorish roots and flavored with orange peel.
The students will take home two iconic recipes, and a few boxes of sweet breads and pastries that can be enjoyed with loved ones. A great way to celebrate life all year long.
This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:
YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child
YES: Couples (live in the same household)
YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)
*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!)
We provide all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.
This is a full-day class, please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.