Sourdough Level 2: Focaccia, Ciabatta and Pizza

Take your sourdough skills to the next level with this delicious workshop focusing on three classics: focaccia, ciabatta and pizza.

Designed for those who have already begun their sourdough journey, but still open to anyone who'd like to give gut-friendly slow-fermented doughs a go.

We’ll explore how to shape, ferment and bake different styles of sourdough-based breads beyond the basic loaf. Leave with recipes, techniques, and the confidence to get creative with your sourdough baking.

Includes sourdough starter to take home as well as learning:

How to make slow fermented focaccia, ciabatta and pizza doughs
High hydration dough techniques: stretching, shaping and toppings
how to shape and bake delicious sourdough breads in a domestic oven
flour blends and hydration levels
what to do when your dough 'doesn’t feel right'
bread puns beyond belief.

Focaccia – infused with flavour and perfect for experimenting
Ciabatta – light, airy and beautifully textured
Pizza dough – stretch, shape and master the art of the perfect base

Along the way, you’ll sharpen your skills with high‑hydration doughs, shaping methods, fermentation know‑how, and practical troubleshooting. Kym's workshops are known for being open, easy, and fun, designed to empower you with the confidence to bake creatively at home.

Community Centre Contact Details

Torrens Valley Community Centre is open Monday to Thursday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (closed on Fridays and public holidays). For any enquiries, please contact us on 8389 1711 or email tvcc@ahc.sa.gov.au during opening times.

Extreme and Catastrophic Fire Danger Ratings

When an 'Extreme 75+' or Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating is declared for the Mt Lofty Ranges, the Adelaide Hills Council Community Centres will be closed, and all classes and programs will be cancelled without notice. Any monies paid will either be reimbursed or the course will be rescheduled for a later date.

Current fire danger ratings can be checked here: http://www.bom.gov.au/sa/forecasts/fire-danger-ratings.shtml

FAQ

Where can I park?

Parking is easy at any of the 3 areas parking around the community hub, with 1 disabled parking space at the rear and also at the front libraries entrance. Plenty of parking near the Gumeracha sporting oval for any buses or mini vans (refer to map below).

If the event is at night, what do I need to know?

We are in the Adelaide Hills and always encourage a torch or phone with a light in case you can't see. Clothing for cooler weather and an umbrella in winter would be encouraged. Parking at the rear or skatepark side of the community centre has best lighting to safely enter the community centre (refer to map below).

Are there other places I can park?

Yes, during larger events set areas for parking will be indicated.

What facilities are on site?

Toilets (including disabled), baby change table, wide double door entrance into centre, function room, foyer, small meeting room and fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher. The community centre is located within the Community Hub which includes the Gumeracha Town Hall and Gumeracha library.

Is there disabled access?

Yes, the disabled car park at the rear has a ramp down to the main entrance of the community centre. If you use the disabled park located at the library, you will need to be able to use the stairs to get down. Wheelchair access to the community centre is outside (oval side) for access to the main entrance. There is a disabled toilet located both inside the centre and in the outside toilet block.

Is the community centre inclusive?

Yes, everyone is welcome. Our centre is LGBTQI+ friendly, dementia friendly and breastfeeding is welcome.

Can I warm a baby bottle, heat my meal up or make a coffee/tea/hot chocolate?

Yes, there is a kettle, microwave and fridge. Water and and hot drinks are available.

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