The Rise
4 Hours • Carmel-by-the-Sea
A gentle introduction for beginners. Learn to feed your starter, mix dough, stretch & fold, shape and feel the quiet rise. Design and bake your first loaf in a home kitchen. Advanced reservations required,
The Art OfSlowing Down
Join Nawara on the Carmel Peninsula for a meditative journey into the ancient craft of wild fermentation.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT & BOWL
A Living Tradition
"Bread is not just food; it is a conversation between the air, the grain, and your own rhythmic breath."
The Organism
Nurture a wild starter full of lively organisms that breathe with the Carmel sea air — a living colony in your hands.
The Rhythm
Develop a multi-faceted skill through the meditative crescendo of folding, resting, and scoring.
The Nourishment
Discover the rewarding health advantages of long-fermented bread that nourishes both body and soul.
Monterey Peninsula Workshops
Select your path to mindfulness
$150/Person
Artistry in Crust
Private Experience • Your Location
Deepen your practice with advanced scoring, hydration ratios, and shaping beautiful loaves for your table. Learn the art of lamination to add inclusion to your loaves. This is a class for advanced learners. Advanced reservations required.
From the Oven
A quiet gallery of crumb & crust
Moments from the studio — tap any frame to open it larger.
From the Instructor
From the Instructor
"Sourdough began for me as a meditation, a way to slow down and pay attention. I teach so others can find that same quiet joy."
Every workshop is an invitation to step out of the rush of life and into a timeless practice. Whether you are a complete beginner or a curious home baker, you will leave with a living starter, a finished loaf, a shaped loaf to bake the next day, a bannaton basket, a scoring tool, and the confidence to continue the tradition.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I bring?
Just yourself and a curious appetite. Every guest leaves with a living starter, a finished loaf, a shaped loaf to bake the next day, a banneton basket, and a scoring tool. Aprons and all baking supplies are provided.
How long is a workshop?
The Rise runs about four hours, giving us time to mix, fold, shape, and bake without rushing. Private Artistry in Crust experiences are tailored to your group. No longer than 4 hours.
Can you accommodate dietary needs?
Sourdough is naturally vegan and made with minimal ingredients — flour, water, and salt. If you have specific allergies or sensitivities, let me know when you book and we will plan accordingly.
How do advanced reservations work?
Workshops are kept small and fill quickly, especially on weekends. Reach out by email to reserve your spot, and I will confirm availability and send next steps. Private group dates can be scheduled around your visit to Carmel or Monterey.
Begin your fermentation journey.
Workshops are kept small — limited to six guests — to ensure a focused, intimate experience. Perfect for Airbnb guests, rental visitors, and anyone seeking a mindful afternoon on the coast.
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