Portuguese Baking Workshop

If you're looking for a fun, practical way to spend a Saturday afternoon in Brighton, Open Bakery is hosting their popular 'Portuguese Baking' workshop. This half-day session is specifically scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, running from 13:00 until 16:30. It takes place right at their location on St George's Rd (the full address is 63/64 St George's Rd, BN2 1EF). While the 31st is the next available date, they actually run this course throughout the year, so if January doesn't work for you, you can also look at sessions scheduled for Sunday, March 8, Saturday, April 25, Saturday, May 23, or Saturday, July 4.

The format is a hands-on, practical workshop led by instructor Jethro Carr. The goal is straightforward: you learn how to make three classic Portuguese recipes, bake them, and then take your finished creations home. You’ll be tackling the famous custard tarts, Pastéis de Nata, the savory bread known as Pão com Chouriço (they offer a vegetarian alternative if you mention it when booking), and the sweet, coconut-topped brioche called Pão de Deus. The workshop includes a break where they provide tea or coffee along with chocolate fondants. The cost for this focused, half-day experience is £90.00 per person.

If you plan on bringing younger bakers, just note that anyone under 16 needs to book their own spot and must be accompanied by a paying adult. It sounds like a great way to spend an afternoon, focusing specifically on mastering those three iconic Portuguese treats and bringing some serious baking skills back to your own kitchen.