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AC_P: All Things Sourdough - Advanced Techniques for Better Bread (14 Nov 2026)

Saturday, November 14 · 2 PM · Nova Labs, 3850 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030

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Hot, fresh bread straight from the oven on a cold day. What’s not to love? Join us if you want to create a perfect loaf of artisan sourdough bread with a light, airy crumb, thin, crisp crust and that much sought after ear. In this class, you’ll learn how to: Maximize oven spring for big loaves and a great crumb Build dough strength with advanced tricks and tips Shape the classic loaves: Boules, batards, and baguettes Use specialty flours like Italian Tipo 00 and French Type 55 Plus, WHAT TO DO WITH ALL THAT SOURDOUGH DISCARD?! Don't have a sourdough starter? Each attendee will receive a sample of my venerable starter. Instructor: Steve Fritzinger is the composites steward, woodworker, chef instructor, bread-maker, and cosplay expert.

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