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The Philosophy

Where Learning Comes to Life

Welcome to the educational home of OLV Living. Our masterclasses are designed to empower you through hands on plant based learning, meaningful instruction, and a supportive community. You'll learn practical techniques, discover new skills, and create dishes you'll be excited to eat and share.

This is more than learning how to cook. It's about growing your confidence in the kitchen and embracing creating delicious meals at home.

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The Techniques

What You'll Learn

By the end of this class, you'll be able to:

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Mix and handle a high hydration dough without fear

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Understand yeast, rise time, and how to read your dough

03

Master the stretch and fold technique

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Get the signature dimpled top and an open, airy crumb

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Season, top, and finish focaccia with confidence

06

Apply the same bread fundamentals to loaves, rolls, and pizza dough

In Your Kit

What's Included With Our Master Class

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Live Masterclass

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Printable Recipe

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Grocery Shopping List

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Equipment Checklist

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Bread Baking Guide

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Replay Access

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Live Q&A

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Community Support

Begin Learning

September Masterclass

Everything is focused on helping you learn and build actual skills. All you need is your appetite to learn.

Focaccia Bread Making Masterclass
OLV Bread Academy

Focaccia Bread Making Masterclass

A live, hands on virtual session on high hydration dough. Built for real kitchens and real questions.

Date
September 19
Format
Live Virtual
Duration
~90 Minutes
  • Live instruction
  • Printable focaccia recipe
  • Grocery shopping list
  • Equipment checklist
  • Dough handling tips & techniques
  • Live Q&A
Elevate Your Skills
Choose Your Learning Experience

Select Your Learning Experience

Two ways to join the masterclass. Pick the one that fits how deep you want to go.

The Bread Club

$69

Perfect for anyone ready to pull their first real focaccia out of the oven.

  • Live Masterclass
  • Printable Recipe
  • Grocery Shopping List
  • Equipment Checklist
  • Bread Baking Guide
  • 7 Day Replay
Join The Bread Club
Your Chef
Chef Brianna Lawnya
Founder, OLV Living

Chef Brianna Lawnya

Chef Brianna Lawnya has dedicated nearly a decade to mastering the art of plant based cooking. With a lifelong passion for food and years of daily hands on experience, she combines practical techniques, ingredient knowledge, and creative instruction to make every class both approachable and inspiring. Her goal is simple: to help you cook with confidence and create plant based meals you'll be proud to share.

Next on the Menu

Coming Soon

More masterclasses are in the oven.

October

Everything Crispy Masterclass

November

Soul Food Making Masterclass

December

Holiday Baking Masterclass

January

Juicing and Cleansing Masterclass

Questions, Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Focaccia is one of the friendliest breads to start with, and this class is designed for all skill levels.

No. This dough is mixed and folded by hand. A bowl, your hands, and a baking pan are all you need.

Yes. After purchasing your seat, you'll receive the printable recipe, grocery list, and equipment checklist before class.

Yes. The Bread Club attendees receive a 7 day replay. (If replay access differs by tier in the future, this can be updated.)

A grocery shopping list will be emailed after registration.

Your seat at the table is waiting.

Live September 19. Spaces are limited.

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