Pickwick & Cherry

Introduction to Breadbaking
2026-01-10 13:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Pickwick & Cherry Kitchen, 607 S Pickwick, Rear Door, Springfield, MO, 65802, United States
If you’ve ever dreamed of pulling a golden loaf of bread from your own oven, this class is the perfect place to start! In this friendly, hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the foundations of great bread baking — from mixing and kneading to shaping, proofing, and baking — and make it all approachable, practical, and delicious.
You’ll learn how flour, water, yeast, and salt come together to form doughs with very different personalities, and how to adjust hydration and fermentation for the best flavor and texture. We’ll work through three basic doughs that can become a whole bakery’s worth of breads: ciabatta, focaccia, baguettes, Sicilian loaves, bread bowls, and more.
Along the way, you’ll discover how to tell when your dough is ready to move on to the next stage, why moisture matters, and what makes a great crust vs. a soft crumb. You’ll taste fresh bread straight from the oven and go home with an armload of your own creations — plus recipes, techniques, and the confidence to keep baking at home.
Whether you’re brand new to bread or looking to strengthen your skills, this class will give you the tools you need for baking success.

ADMIT ONE

Each ticket admits one person, but don’t let that stop you. This is a great experience to share with friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, frenemies, and anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with!

Rules & Policies

Complete Event & Ticket Policies can be found here. Please read them!

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Intro to Bread Baking Class
2026-01-11 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-06-13 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-06-14 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-29 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-30 13:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)

Flavors of Portugal Date Night Cooking Experience
2026-03-12 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-13 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-14 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
About This Portuguese Cooking Class
Discover the bold, soulful, and elegant flavors of the Iberian coast with our Flavors of Portugal Date Night Cooking Experience. In this hands-on class, you, your partner and your newest friends will prepare a sumptuous menu that celebrates the country’s rich culinary traditions and diverse influences.
We’ll begin with rustic Portuguese cornbread paired with creamy goat cheese and a briny olive tapenade—a hearty introduction to the rustic flavors of Portugal’s countryside. Next, we’ll sear tender diver scallops to perfection and serve them with a vibrant sweet pea and mint purée, a modern twist on classic coastal ingredients.
For the centerpiece, we’ll braise succulent duck in an orange-port wine sauce, a dish that captures the harmony of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors Portugal is known for. On the side, we’ll make crispy roasted potatoes, a simple but beloved staple found on tables across the country.
The evening concludes with a luscious olive oil chocolate mousse, a dessert that combines bittersweet richness with the silky smoothness of Portugal’s famed oils. Each dish we prepare highlights a different aspect of Portuguese cuisine—sea, land, and vineyard—all woven together into a feast of flavor and tradition.
Whether you’re passionate about global cuisine or simply seeking a unique night out, this class offers an engaging and delicious journey to Portugal, right here at home.

BYOB

We suggest a Portuguese Vinho Verde, a rich Touriga Nacional red, a chilled Alvarinho white, a fruity Spanish Grenache, or a rich Portugese Madiera to pair with dessert

ADMIT TWO

Each ticket admits two people! You don’t have to bring a romantic partner; friends, gal pals, adult kids, parents, anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with is great!

Rules & Policies

Complete Event & Ticket Policies can be found here. Please read them!

Have More Questions?

Check our FAQ, and then send us a message if you still have questions!

Uncorked Portuguese Date Night Cooking Experience
2026-08-07 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-08-08 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
About This Portuguese Cooking Class
Discover the bold, soulful, and elegant flavors of the Iberian coast with our Uncorked Portuguese Date Night Cooking Experience. In this hands-on class, you, your partner and your newest friends will prepare a sumptuous menu that celebrates the country’s rich culinary traditions and diverse influences.
We’ll begin with rustic Portuguese cornbread paired with creamy goat cheese and a briny olive tapenade—a hearty introduction to the rustic flavors of Portugal’s countryside. Next, we’ll sear tender diver scallops to perfection and serve them with a vibrant sweet pea and mint purée, a modern twist on classic coastal ingredients.
For the centerpiece, we’ll braise succulent duck in an orange-port wine sauce, a dish that captures the harmony of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors Portugal is known for. On the side, we’ll make crispy roasted potatoes, a simple but beloved staple found on tables across the country.
The evening concludes with a luscious olive oil chocolate mousse, a dessert that combines bittersweet richness with the silky smoothness of Portugal’s famed oils. Each dish we prepare highlights a different aspect of Portuguese cuisine—sea, land, and vineyard—all woven together into a feast of flavor and tradition.
Whether you’re passionate about global cuisine or simply seeking a unique night out, this class offers an engaging and delicious journey to Portugal, right here at home.

BYOB

We suggest a Portuguese Vinho Verde, a rich Touriga Nacional red, a chilled Alvarinho white, a fruity Spanish Grenache, or a rich Portugese Madiera to pair with dessert

ADMIT ONE

One ticket admits one human, but don’t let that stop you! Bring a date, a friend, or whoever you’d like to share a fun experience with!

Rules & Policies

Complete Event & Ticket Policies can be found here. Please read them!

Have More Questions?

Check our FAQ, and then send us a message if you still have questions!
