In-Person
Conchas Masterclass6 hours @ $250.00
Master five sweet bread recipes, including the buttery bizcocho dough base that Chef Alex has perfected. Class will start with preparing the iconic Conchas (seashells), before making Chilindrinas (crying child, or having no significance ...
Pan de Muerto Masterclass6 hours @ $250.00
Pan de Muerto, meaning bread of the dead in Spanish, is made up using a sweet dough. The breads are typically made up to represent a tomb; our focus will be the tombs. Tumbas represent the bones and skulls of deceased loved ones. Studen ...
Bolillo & Telera Masterclass6 hours @ $300.00
The bolillo is a staple savory roll in Mexican cuisine, while the telera (or torta) is a soft flattened roll that serves as the perfect platform for a variety of savory fillings. During class, you will learn the art of baking these old- ...
Donas & Doughnuts6 hours @ $250.00
Unlock the secrets to creating the perfect doughnuts from scratch. Chef Alex shares his wealth of knowledge acquired from years of traveling the globe and training professional donut makers. From North America to Asia, we bring the insi ...
Online
Conchas Masterclass2 hours 30 minutes @ $100.00
Master four different sweet bread recipes, including the buttery bizcocho dough base, a recipe that Chef Alex has perfected. Class will start with preparing the iconic Conchas (seashells), before making Chilindrinas (crying child, or ha ...
Pan Fino Masterclass2 hours 30 minutes @ $100.00
Pan Fino represents an exclusive category of the pan dulce variety. From the comfort of your home, learn to bake the iconic Elotes (corn on the cob), Cuernitos (bull horns), Troncos (tree trunks), and Empanadas de Calabaza (pumpkin fill ...
Polvorones & Galletas2 hours 30 minutes @ $80.00
The Polvorón (crumbly, powdery cookie) and the Galleta (shortbread cookie), are two favorites amongst pan dulce enthusiasts. In this class, master a variety of polvorones and cookie recipes, including the Polvorón de Boda (Mexican Weddi ...
Teleras & Queso y Jalapeño Bolillos2 hours 30 minutes @ $80.00
Join Chef Alex in an exclusive online masterclass where he delves deep into the art of dough development. Over the course of 2.5 hours, participants will uncover the secrets behind creating the perfect pillowy teleras and indulgent crea ...
Rosca de Reyes Masterclass2 hours 30 minutes @ $100.00
Rosca de Reyes is a sweet bread that has deep roots in Spanish symbolism and is traditionally enjoyed on January 6th during the epiphany. Learn to make this "king’s crown", including mastering the exciting decorating process of sugar pa ...
Reserve a spot in our upcoming pan dulce masterclasses with highly-acclaimed Master Baker, Alex Peña.
Online Classes
Online classes are 2.5 hours and hosted through Zoom. The lessons are designed to help you prepare to bake alongside Chef Alex and your classmates, or watch the video and bake later. Prior to each class, Chef Alex will share an email with a list of ingredients or baking essentials needed to complete the recipes. After class, an email will be sent out with the recorded Zoom. The video can be watched at your convenience and when you are ready to make the breads at home, in the comfort of your own kitchen.
In-Person Classes
Our in-person classes are 5-6 hours, and are open to beginners and professional bakers alike. Classes are hosted in Duarte, California at the Baking Evolution, School of Baking. Classes typically start at 8 am PST, unless arranged otherwise.
All ingredients and essential baking tools are provided for each student, including a 6-quart Kitchen aide stand mixer and Breville electric convection oven. Chef Alex will review the ingredients and their functionality throughout the baking process in each recipe. You'll be guided step-by-step through mixing and preparing the doughs and will have the opportunity to take your baked creations home to friends and family.