Sourdough pizza: Neapolitan vs American style – one-day hands-on course

Treat (yourself) to a day dedicated to one of the world’s most beloved culinary delights – authentic sourdough pizza. During this hands-on experience, you will immerse yourself in the world of fermentation, dough and high-temperature baking, discovering the secrets behind restaurant-quality pizza made with your own hands.

Under the guidance of Chef Aristid Karavidov – Ari and Chef Nikolay Nemigenechev, you will go through the entire process – from mixing and fermentation to shaping, baking and serving. You will prepare two different pizza styles – classic Neapolitan and American-style pizza – and experience firsthand the differences in their structure, techniques and flavor profiles.

The experience includes:

• Preparing two different sourdough pizza doughs
• Working with biga as a pre-ferment
• Learning two different fermentation techniques
• Preparing two signature sauces
• Creating two signature toppings specially developed for the course
• Hands-on pizza shaping and baking
• Working with both a home oven and a professional pizza oven
• Professional techniques and practical tips for achieving excellent results at home
• Tasting the pizzas you prepare and enjoying the complete culinary experience

At the end of the day, you will leave with not only new knowledge but also practical skills, confidence and inspiration to make exceptional sourdough pizza at home, with outstanding texture, aroma and flavor.

Location:
floor 2, 24 Zhitnitsa str., German base, Sofia

Duration:
6+ hours, with the exact duration depending on the fermentation process and how the prepared doughs develop.

Instructors:

Chef Aristid Karavidov – Ari
Chef Nikolay Nemigenechev

Date and time:
18 October 2026 at 12:00 PM

The voucher is valid for one participant.

Participants will receive course-related details via Viber. We recommend checking the messages regularly to stay up to date with the latest information regarding the experience.

The course is suitable for anyone looking to expand their culinary knowledge and develop their confidence and skills in the kitchen. An original experience gift for men, women, couples, families and friends.