Portuguese Baking

If you have been looking for a way to spend a Saturday afternoon in Brighton, Open Bakery on St George's Road is currently running a series of workshops focused on Portuguese baking. These sessions are led by Jethro Carr, a culinary educator with experience at institutions including Kew Gardens and the Imperial College London. The workshop is designed to guide participants through the preparation of three specific items: Pastéis de Nata, the well-known custard tarts; Pão com Chouriço, a bread filled with chorizo; and Pão de Deus, which are brioche-style buns topped with coconut.

The workshop runs from 13:00 to 16:30, providing a structured timeframe to work through the recipes. During the afternoon, there is a scheduled break for tea or coffee, which includes chocolate fondants. The cost for the session is £90.00, and participants are able to take home the items they have prepared during the class. For those who prefer a meat-free option, the bakery can provide a vegetarian version of the Pão com Chouriço if requested in advance. It is worth noting that if you are planning to attend with someone under the age of 16, they must be accompanied by an adult who has also booked a place in the workshop.

The sessions are held at the bakery’s location at 63/64 St George's Rd, Brighton, BN2 1EF. The dates scheduled for 2026 are 8 March, 25 April, 23 May, 4 July, 1 August, and 5 September. Because the nature of the baking involves various ingredients, it is recommended that you review the allergen information provided by the bakery before you finalise your booking. This ensures that the workshop environment is suitable for your specific dietary needs. Given the nature of the class, it is a straightforward way to learn these techniques in a professional kitchen setting without the pressure of a formal culinary course.