Course Overview
Join us on a flavourful journey to discover what true Italian pizza should taste like and learn the tips and techniques of how to bake delicious, crunchy pizzas, both in a pizza oven and in your kitchen oven.
This hands-on class is all about fun as you spread the dough and top it with your choice of delicious toppings, complemented by perfectly made Italian salads, as well as calzone.
Leave with confidence, inspiration and new skills to bring the authentic taste of Italian pizza making into your kitchen.
Bonus: Take home your own pizza dough and discover the convenience of having homemade pizza ready at any time.
Buon appetito!
Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across northern and western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Epping, Carlingford, Chatswood, Mt Druitt and Ryde. Enrol today or enquire now!
What you will learn
Course outline:
In this workshop, you will learn the following:
- Perfect Pizza Dough:Learn the essential techniques and methods to create soft, stretchy pizza dough that bakes to golden brown perfection
- Delicious Toppings:Enjoy a variety of toppings to satisfy every palate – from the classic Margherita to contemporary twists using modern ingredients
- Art of Calzone:Witness the magic of creating calzones, the perfect enclosed pockets of flavour, as we show you how to expertly fill and fold them
- Italian Salads:No pizza feast is complete without the perfect salad. You’ll learn to prepare an Italian salad that shines with fresh ingredients and the perfect dressing, along with tips to keep them crisp and flavourful, perfectly complementing your pizza
Course outcome
By the end of the course you will know how to make your own pizza dough from scratch:
- The correct technique for proofing, fermenting, stretching and rolling the dough before selecting your toppings
- How to cook pizza, both in a pizza oven and home kitchen oven to achieve the best results
- How to make and fold amazing calzone
- How to prepare two delicious Italian salads to complement your pizzas
- Cooking and storing methods
- The best methods for freezing and storing your pizza dough and bases
What you need to know
Entry requirements:
No prior experience is needed, this class is perfect for beginners and Italian food lovers!
What you need to provide:
- You'll receive everything you need for the class, including your recipes, ingredients, equipment, and aprons to wear during the class. All ingredients, equipment, and packaging will be supplied.