Join Us for a Free Seminar
Tuesday, June 10th @ 10:00 a.m.

Location: 627 Route 1, York, Maine (in the Eldredge Building)

Presented by John Bickerstaff
Assisted by Joe LeMieux

Discussion topics include dough making, ingredient selection, mixing and proofing methods, straight dough to sourdough production.

artisan sourdough bread on wood countertop

John Bickerstaff has been a professional baker since the mid 80’s. In the past he has worked as a licensed baker by the RBA, Head Night Baker at Cafe Brioche in Portsmouth, NH, and also as a Vocational Teacher in Massachusetts. Most recently, John has shared his expertise as a demo chef at Stonewall Kitchen in York, Maine, and Baker at Anthony’s, also in York. His passion is laminated pastry and French style baking. He also enjoys answering any questions on baking and also hardware.

John is currently on staff in our hardware store in York where you will frequently find him hosting tasting sessions with various grills and griddles.

Joe Lemieux has been a home hobby baker for two years, using organic ingredients.

Light refreshments will be served.