As the aroma of freshly baked bread and cakes wafts through the streets of Joburg, it’s hard not to become a baking enthusiast! But, if you want to hon your baking skills and create delightful treats for all to enjoy, then we know where you can start. There’s an impressive variety of baking courses to knead your passion into reality. So, tie your aprons tight and dust off your oven mitts as we take you on a mouth-watering journey through the best baking classes Joburg has to offer.

Bakeology Studio

Located in Birnam, Melrose, you’ll find the sweet Bakeology Studio. Here, you’ll get the opportunity to learn how to bake like a pro. There’s a wide selection of baking courses for you to choose from, including a French Patisserie Pastry Certified Course; Cupcakes, Piping & Decoration; a Dough & Bread Course; and many more. Click ehre to find out more about this delightful studio and booking your baking course.

Details: www.bakeologystudio.com | 079 451 2516 | info@bakeologystudio.com | 102 Corlett Drive, Birnam, Melrose, Johannesburg.

Crust & Crumb

There is no better smell than freshly-baked artisan-style bread and melt-in-your-mouth pastries. Wait – there is something better… knowing that YOU made it from scratch with your own two hands. If this sounds like something you’d love to learn how to do, then join Crust & Crumb at 27 Boxes in Melville for a fun, hands-on educational experience. Join their monthly baking classes and learn a wealth of practical skills and knowledge! Click here to visit their site and pick a course you’d love to attend.

Details: crustandcrumb.co.za | 079 508 2383 | admin@crustandcrumb.co.za | Crust and Crumb, 27 Boxes, Melville, JHB

Baked Academy

Get baking at the Baked Academy in Benoni! Here, they offer 22 different baking courses ranging from one day classes to six month long courses. There’s sure to be a course or class to delight your taste buds. A few short course worth checking out includes Cake Decorating for Beginners; Ice Cream Making; Summer Desserts; 4-Day Home Bakers Course; Macarons Making; and a Croissant course. Click here to see what other delicious short baking courses they have lined up.

Details: bakedacademy.co.za | 0860 995 294 | info@bakedacademy.co.za | 109 Sunny Road, Lakefield, Benoni, Johannesburg

Bake with Just Teddy

Even wondered how Just Teddy create such magnificent sweet treats ?Well, their secret is out! Uncover your inner pâtissier with a private class at Just Teddy. The creation of decadent and sweet boulangerie and pâtisserie is not as unattainable as you would think. Book your spot at the Bake With Just Teddy masterclass for an unforgettable experience that’ll empower you in the kitchen at home. Click here to see what classes they have to offer.

Details: www.justteddy.co.za | info@justteddy.co.za | 010 203 9038 | Hyde Park Corner Shopping Centre, corner William Nicole Drive and Jan Smuts Avenue, Hyde Park, Johannesburg.

Prue Leith Culinary Institute

Join the Prue Leith Culinary Institute in Centurion for short courses that’s sure to sharpen your baking and cooking skills! Their short courses cover a wide range of topics, including Mastering Macaroons, Art of Tarts, Basic Baking, Fascinating Fermentation, and more. Click here to take a look at their list of short courses available and their upcoming dates.

Details: www.prueleith.co.za | 012 654 5203 | info@prueleith.co.za | 262 Rhino Avenue, Centurion, Pretoria.