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Sourdough Starter Intensive. Classic

Sourdough is the foundation of good, healthy bread. To bake delicious bread at home, the first thing you need to know how to do is to breed and “read” sourdough starter. Then you will be 100% sure of the quality of your bread.
Duration 6 days
Detailed lessons
Step-by-step instructions
Sourdough Guide
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This intensive is for you if

You want to learn how to make your own sourdough starter from scratch
You have tried many times, but gave up and never finished the job
You are already baking bread on someone else's sourdough starter, but you want to develop your own so that you don't depend on anyone else.
You do not just want to bake bread on sourdough starter, but also to understand how it behaves and how to work with it
You want to be sure your sourdough starter is healthy and your bread will be both delicious and safe.
You are ready to immerse yourself in step-by-step training and get all the knowledge you need to get a successful start in sourdough baking.

In the Intensive

Maximum detailed lessons

We have prepared for you not only text materials, but also detailed short video instructions with nuances and demonstration of the state of sourdough. This is especially important for beginners to understand if you are moving in the right direction.

Clear structure and guidelines

The whole process of making sourdough starter is broken down into simple and logical steps. You will not have to guess what to do next - follow the instructions and you will succeed.

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

We've collected the most common problems encountered by novice bakers and broken them down in detail in the lessons. If something goes wrong, you'll be able to quickly find a solution and get on with your work without hassle.

Working with ready-made sourdough

Not only will you make your own sourdough starter, but you will also learn how to keep your sourdough starter at room temperature and in the refrigerator, and how to preserve and reconstitute it. And the next step will be your own homemade bread

Your Instructor

Ekaterina Kurbatova
Pastry Chef Extraordinaire. Founder of Maru.expert's Online Pastry School

I am an accomplished pastry chef with professional training from the renowned Olivier Bajard International Confectionery School in France. My specialization lies in crafting intricate cakes and cupcakes. Through certified courses led by esteemed culinary masters such as Nina Tarasova, Tatiana Verbitskaya, Patrick Casula, Quentin Bailly, and more, I have further refined my skills and knowledge.


Drawing upon the expertise of these esteemed professionals and my own extensive experience, I have meticulously developed comprehensive study materials that address the unique challenges faced by contemporary pastry chefs. Join Maru courses today and unlock your creative potential with the latest knowledge and essential skills!

What you get as a result of the training

You can make your own sourdough starter at home and repeat it if necessary
You will gain confidence in your abilities and will no longer have to buy ready-made sourdough starter or ask bakers for it.
You will understand what a healthy, active, completely safe sourdough starter looks like and when you can start baking your first bread.
You will learn how to “read” and “understand” sourdough, which is one of the foundations of successful baking.
You will be able to develop sourdough from scratch and bake healthy bread with it anywhere in the world.
You will take the first step towards healthy homemade bread without additives and improvers.

Cost of education

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