If you’re a beginner searching for a baking school near you, Portland offers several excellent options including hands-on classes and beginner-friendly workshops.
- Kitchen Culture PDX: Offers beginner-friendly baking classes, such as Sourdough Baking, where you’ll learn to shape, fold, and care for dough and starters. The class is beginner-focused and you’ll leave with a starter, dough to bake at home, recipes, and a proofing basket[1].
- Cookshop Portland: Provides a variety of classes, including pizza making, laminated dough (croissants and more), and French macarons. Classes are designed for all skill levels, with special series geared toward beginners[2][4].
- BettBakes (Portland Community College): Join baking classes specifically crafted for new and seasoned home bakers in a supportive environment. Classes include Classic Desserts and Signature Tarts[3].
- Decorette Shop: Offers a series of cake decorating classes for beginners, with ongoing registration for new sessions throughout the year[5].
- Portland Cookin’ Class: Features small group classes for all levels, including hands-on baking components within themed cooking sessions. Beginners are welcome, and private classes are available for more personalized instruction[6].