Looking to learn the secrets behind how to make an authentic New York City bagel with its classic "chewy, yet firm on the outside" texture? What how about learning the art of "pizzafying" that delicious bagel to transform it from a breakfast to dinner delight? With the help of a celebrated local baker who's trained under the watchful eye of New York's top bagel makers, it's time for an after-hours bagel baking experience like no other.

Join New York Adventure Club and NYC Bagel Tours as we embark on an exclusive pizza bagel making, baking, and tasting experience at an award-winning bagel shop right in the heart of Manhattan.

Led by New York's "Bagel Ambassador" Sam Silverman and award-winning baker Reva Castillenti, our after-hours experience designed for all levels of bakers will include:

• An overview of the bagel's evolution from niche bread variety to an American breakfast staple
• Hands-on bagel crafting throughout the experience, from rolling to boiling and seeding to baking
• A behind-the-scenes tour of the bagel shop to see how some of New York's best bagels are made
• The opportunity to enjoy your freshly baked pizza bagel creations straight from the oven
• Complimentary soft drinks and bubbly to keep you hydrated through the class

Afterward, you'll get to take home a dozen bagels, and a bagel recipe list featuring expert tips and tricks to recreate the perfect pizza bagel in your own kitchen.

See you there!

*No baking experience is required. All materials will be provided.

**While NYC Bagel Tours — the operator of this experience — strives to meet various dietary needs, please let them know in advance. While they can adjust some recipes, cross-contamination might be possible due to the shared kitchen space.

***Please note that rolling process and tour component each require walking up and down a flight of stairs

About Reva and Sam

Reva Castillenti started her career as a sculptor, but eventually found her true passion in the art of bread-baking. She spent years perfecting her craft, sourcing native and heritage flours for her baguettes and bagels, and teaching others the art of bread-making. Reva's bagels won second place at the World Bread Awards in both 2018 and 2019, and her expertise has been sought after by home bakers and professionals alike.

Sam Silverman is the brains behind NYC Bagel Tours. Since 2017, he's delved deep into the bagel world, earning him the title of New York's "Bagel Ambassador." Recognized as one of Brooklyn’s 50 Most Fascinating People by Brooklyn Magazine in 2023 for his flagship event, the New York BagelFest, his bagel knowledge is unparalleled. Sam’s favorite bagel? An everything bagel with scallion cream cheese - not toasted, of course.

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Ticket price is for baking class with complimentary food & beverages.

Categories: In-Person, Food & Drink