In-Person Class: A World of Flatbreads with April Dodd

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What’s on the Menu:
Turkish Yogurt Flatbreads with Spiced Beef and Roasted Peppers
Korean Scallion Pancakes (Pajeon)
Italian Tomato & Green Olive Focaccia

Description:
From flaky Malaysian roti to Moroccan harcha, the concept of a quick-cooking bread that serves as a foundation of countless meals is nearly universal—and one that we can’t get enough of at Milk Street. Join us in-person to explore the world of flatbreads through three of our favorites: Turkish Yogurt Flatbreads that become Lahmajoun when topped with paprika-spiked beef, tomatoes and roasted red peppers; Korean skillet pancakes that invite you to toss in almost any aromatic, vegetable or favorite ferment; and bubbly, crispy focaccia asking to be dunked in good olive oil or turned into an extraordinary summer sandwich. As you mix, rest, proof, shape, top and bake these flatbreads, we’ll sneak in a surprising amount of baking science and culinary history. You’ll see why these recipes call for different ratios of all-purpose, whole wheat and bread flour, not to mention potato flour for good measure. We’ll cover the science of leavening agents, from water—yes, steam is a powerful leavener—to baking powder and soda to yeast. We’ll do some calculations to help you understand the relationship between time, temperature and chemistry so that flatbreads are always ready on your schedule. And you’ll get to do some improvising as we decide how to flavor the focaccia we make in class—and you’ll want to start brainstorming how you’ll customize the batch of dough you’ll go home with.

NOTE: This in-person class concludes with a sit-down, family-style dinner. We’ll make a big salad for you to enjoy along with your flatbreads, as well as a new favorite dessert from rural Italy.

About April: April Dodd is Milk Street’s Associate Director of Education. She began her culinary career at Middlebury College, where her first food job was making enormous batches of granola. Since then, her cooking pursuits have included managing the college's summer food preservation program; working in an organic bakery in France; developing recipes for a cupcake shop; founding a culinary skills training program in Nairobi, Kenya; working as a consultant to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization; and a stint as the chef at a women-only retirement community in her hometown of Lexington, KY.

Our hands-on cooking classes are capped at 14 attendees. Students work in pairs of two at fully equipped stations. Each attendee requires their own ticket.

This class is vegetarian and can easily be adapted for gluten-free and nut-free diets. However, please note that Milk Street is not an allergen-free space; if your allergy is severe, please get in touch before registering to understand if this event is a good fit for you.

Thank you to the 2025 Annual Sponsors of the Cooking School who make our events possible:

• , whose Oleavia Extra-Virgin Olive Oils are made with olives that are harvested early, hand-picked and cold-pressed to ensure impeccable flavor. Use code MILK STREET to get 20% off your first order: https://www.coccinellastore.com/oleavia-evoo
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FAQs

Is this an in-person event?

Yes. This event will take place in person at our location at 177 Milk Street in Boston. Expect plenty of hands-on cooking - not just a demonstration! If you are looking for a livestream cooking class, you can find our upcoming virtual class calendar here.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Parking garages:

• Boston Harbor Garage (known as the Aquarium Garage)
• 75 State Street

Trains:

• Aquarium stop on the Blue Line
• State Street on Blue and Orange Line
• Government Center on the Blue and Green Lines
• Haymarket on the Orange and Green Lines, and multiple bus lines

Bus Lines:

• 4, 92, 93, 352, 354

The entrance to our school is directly across from 49 India Street. Our entrance doors have two bowties on them.

Is my registration ticket refundable?

No. We do not offer refunds for in-person registrations. However, your ticket is fully transferable to another person for this event on these dates. You are responsible for finding someone to use your ticket, arranging reimbursement, and for sending us the new attendee's full name, contact information, and any special dietary requests.

Is a meal included?

Yes. In addition to a snack midway through class, you will sit down to a full dinner, served family-style, at about 7:30 pm.

I have an allergy or dietary restriction. Can I still come?

We work hard to accommodate as many allergies and dietary needs as possible. You are welcome to write us at Y29va2luZ3NjaG9vbCB8IDE3N21pbGtzdHJlZXQgISBjb20= to get more detailed information on whether this event is a good fit for you.

Are children allowed?

Children 11-17 are allowed to participate if they attend and cook with an adult parent or guardian. The minor and the adult must each have a ticket to the class.

How many people does one ticket cover?

One ticket covers one attendee.

How early do I need to arrive?

You are welcome and encouraged to arrive up to 15 minutes before the event begins.

I'm an Insider. Do I get a discount to the in-person classes?

Yes! Insiders get 15% off their ticket. To access your discount, please send a message to Y29va2luZ3NjaG9vbCB8IDE3N21pbGtzdHJlZXQgISBjb20=.

This date doesn't work for me. Will this class be offered again soon?

We offer in-person events on a limited basis. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that this class will be offered again soon.

Where can I contact the organizer with further questions?

Write to us with any other questions at Y29va2luZ3NjaG9vbCB8IDE3N21pbGtzdHJlZXQgISBjb20=.

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