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HANDS-ON WORKSHOP EXPERIENCES

Join us for a dynamic workshop experience in the Preserving Arts! In the evenings, we transform our retail space into our workshop kitchen. Our intimate classes host a maximum of 8 students. All materials are provided unless otherwise noted. Please review our Class Policies for more information on reschedule requests & cancellations. If you have any questions, please email us.

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  • MOCKTAIL MIXOLOGY
    MOCKTAIL MIXOLOGY
    MOCKTAIL MIXOLOGY
    Sun, Apr 28
    Preserved
    Apr 28, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Apr 28, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Take your beverage game to the next level with syrups, shrubs, and infusions; shaken and stirred to create spirit-free drinks that rival their boozy counterparts.
  • PRESERVING ANCHOVIES
    PRESERVING ANCHOVIES
    PRESERVING ANCHOVIES
    Tue, Apr 30
    Preserved
    Apr 30, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Apr 30, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    It's local anchovy season! Join us in a lesson on preserving these tiny fish! We'll teach you how to fillet, cure and even stove-top smoke your own anchovies.
  • MODERN MISO MAKING & KOJI
    MODERN MISO MAKING & KOJI
    MODERN MISO MAKING & KOJI
    Thu, May 02
    Preserved
    May 02, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    May 02, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Learn the magic of koji with our local koji wielders from Shared Cultures! Together we'll walk through growing your own koji, then we'll make a batch of "modern" miso using koji rice, chickpeas and a seasonal vegetable.
  • FERMENTED PICKLING
    FERMENTED PICKLING
    FERMENTED PICKLING
    Tue, May 07
    Preserved
    May 07, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    May 07, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Join us in making your own nutrient-dense, probiotic sauerkraut and mixed pickles! Learn the fundamentals of fermentation and experiment with seasonal produce and unique flavor combinations.
  • NIXTAMAL, MASA & TORTILLAS
    NIXTAMAL, MASA & TORTILLAS
    NIXTAMAL, MASA & TORTILLAS
    Thu, May 09
    Preserved
    May 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    May 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Maíz is the foundation of Mexico. In this hands on class, Emmanuel Galvan, of Bolita Masa, will guide you through transforming humble maíz into nixtamal and masa. Using cal, water and various grinding techniques, you will learn how to make fresh masa and tortillas at home.
  • MOZZARELLA MAKING
    MOZZARELLA MAKING
    MOZZARELLA MAKING
    Tue, May 14
    Preserved
    May 14, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    May 14, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Sweet, stretchy, melty and full of flavor, mozzarella is one of the world's most popular cheeses. Join us as we explore the magic of cheesemaking!
  • JAM MAKING
    JAM MAKING
    JAM MAKING
    Thu, May 16
    Preserved
    May 16, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    May 16, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Learn the art of making the best jam with seasonal fruits in dynamic flavor combinations alongside Rachel Saunders, the groundbreaking author of Blue Chair Jam Cookbook and I Love Jam.
  • CANNING FUNDAMENTALS
    CANNING FUNDAMENTALS
    CANNING FUNDAMENTALS
    Sun, May 19
    Preserved
    May 19, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    May 19, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Make the most out of your fresh food by learning the fundamentals of preserving through canning. This class will cover the process and techniques for both water-bath canning (jam, pickles and tomatoes) and pressure canning (all other canned foods).
  • PRESERVING ANCHOVIES
    PRESERVING ANCHOVIES
    PRESERVING ANCHOVIES
    Tue, May 21
    Preserved
    May 21, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    May 21, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    It's local anchovy season! Join us in a lesson on preserving these tiny fish! We'll teach you how to fillet, cure and even stove-top smoke your own anchovies.
  • SOURDOUGH BREAD MAKING
    SOURDOUGH BREAD MAKING
    SOURDOUGH BREAD MAKING
    Sun, May 26
    Preserved
    May 26, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    May 26, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Learn the magic (and the maintenance) of heirloom sourdough starters alongside an introductory lesson in the art of sourdough bread baking. We'll discuss techniques, maintenance and troubleshooting for your sourdough starters. Then we'll get hands-on making a loaf for everyone to take home!
  • BITTERS MAKING
    BITTERS MAKING
    BITTERS MAKING
    Tue, May 28
    Preserved
    May 28, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    May 28, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
    Preserved, 5032 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, USA
    Explore the bitter flavor spectrum! Spice up your cocktails and ease your digestion by making your own custom batch of homemade bitters.
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