Focaccia: Garden Art & Blueberry Crumble Online via Zoom

What if focaccia could be both a work of art and a sweet springtime treat? Discover two delicious sides of focaccia! In this hands-on cook-along, Chef Tess takes the fear out of making this beautiful Italian bread with her approachable recipe and professional techniques. Participants will create two completely differing focaccias: Garden Art Focaccia, a classic savory loaf transformed into edible artwork, and Blueberry Crumble focaccia, a sweet spring-inspired version featuring luscious homemade blueberry sauce, berries, crumble and a delicate bright lemon (or vanilla) glaze. From mixing and handling the dough to shaping, decorating, and baking, participants will learn techniques for creating focaccia that is beautifully golden, flavorful and wonderfully satisfying. Whether new to focaccia or looking to perfect ones technique, this class will take the fear out of working with yeast dough and turn it into something anyone can confidently make at home.

Equipment Needs: A couple of 9x13" non-stick baking pans will be needed for the focaccia bread. A stand mixer with dough hook attachment is highly recommended for the dough.

Tess Georgakopoulos

Instructor

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Tess Georgakopoulos, is a the creator of Dish it up Good and a highly sought-after Community Education instructor known for delivering engaging, high-quality culinary programming that goes far beyond the traditional in-person or virtual class experience.

Currently serving nearly 60 public school districts across Minnesota—as well as programs in Wisconsin, New York, and Oklahoma—Tess has build a strong and growing reputation for classes that are not only well-attended, but highly rated by participants. Her partnerships extend to Parks & Recreation Departments and organizations such as the Girl Scouts, reflecting both the demand for and trust in her programming.

What sets Tess’ classes apart is her signature live, interactive, hands-on format with up-close videography, combined with a level of professionalism and structure that reflects true culinary expertise. Participants don’t simply follow along—they gain a deeper understanding of techniques, timing, and the “why” behind each step creating a true learning experience rather than a passive class.