The Art of Sourdough

Good Bread. Simple Ingredients. Timeless Traditions.

There's something wonderfully satisfying about making bread from scratch. The simple ingredients, the time-honored techniques, and the unmistakable aroma of fresh sourdough all tell a story worth sharing.

Join us at Herbon Society in Manahawkin, New Jersey, for a hands-on sourdough bread-making workshop designed for beginners and curious home bakers alike.

Discover the fascinating world of sourdough, from its ancient origins to the natural fermentation process that gives this beloved bread its distinctive flavor and texture.

With guidance from an experienced sourdough instructor, you'll explore the fundamentals of bread making, learn how to care for your own starter, and gain the knowledge and confidence to begin your sourdough journey at home.

Whether you're looking for a new creative hobby, a unique experience with friends, or a beginner-friendly baking class near Long Beach Island, this intimate workshop is the perfect place to start.

Hosted by Quarter Acre Homestead and Bread

Discover the timeless art of sourdough with Quarter Acre Homestead and Bread, bringing a love of traditional bread making and homemade goodness to Herbon Society.

Through hands-on instruction and approachable techniques, you'll explore the magic of natural fermentation, learn to care for your own sourdough starter, and discover the simple pleasures of making bread from scratch.

Enjoy freshly baked sourdough with butter, ask questions, and leave with your very own starter and the confidence to begin a bread-making tradition at home.

Good bread takes time. Great traditions are worth sharing.

What to Expect

• A Taste of Sourdough History: Discover the rich history of sourdough, from its ancient origins to the traditional bread-making practices still cherished today.

• Hands-On Bread Making: Learn the fundamentals of sourdough baking, from understanding your starter to mixing and shaping your own bread.

• Starter Care & Maintenance: Discover how to feed, maintain, and store your sourdough starter so you can confidently continue baking at home.

• The Art of Sourdough: Explore fermentation, stretch-and-fold techniques, shaping, scoring, and baking methods.

• Your Own Sourdough Starter: Take home a sourdough starter to begin your bread-making journey.

• Fresh Bread Tasting: Enjoy homemade sourdough served with butter while learning about traditional bread making.

• All Materials Included: Everything you need to participate in the workshop will be provided.

• Beginner-Friendly Experience: No previous bread-making experience necessary.

Workshop Details

Dates & Times: Saturday November 21st - 6pm

 December 12th - 6pm

Duration: 90 minutes

Location: Herbon Society — Manahawkin, New Jersey

Admission:  $65

Capacity: Limited to 12 participants per session

Experience Level: Beginners welcome

Materials: All included, with a sourdough starter to take home

Reservations: Advance booking required. Tickets are non-refundable.

A Tradition Worth Keeping

Sourdough is more than a recipe. It's a living tradition that connects simple ingredients, patience, and generations of home bakers.

At Herbon Society, we believe some of the most meaningful experiences begin with learning something new and bringing that knowledge home.

Come curious, leave inspired, and perhaps begin a new tradition of your own

Flour. Water. A Little Patience. A Lot of Possibility.

Please contact us before booking regarding food allergies or dietary restrictions. The workshop includes wheat-based bread and butter containing dairy. Sourdough fermentation and baking extend beyond the 90-minute workshop; participants will learn techniques to continue at home.