Learn the ins and outs of traditional Irish and British baking right in the heart if Bethlehem, Pennsylvania!
Red Stag Pub offers Celtic Baking Classes featuring traditional Irish and British Isles specialties. Learn from our skilled in-house bakers as you create Celtic baked goods to take home! These hands-on classes feature original Granny McCarthy recipes where you'll make brown bread, shortbread, scones, or seasonal desserts using quality local ingredients. You'll gain practical knowledge about ingredient selection, kneading, and baking techniques in our fun, relaxed environment. Classes welcome bakers of all skill levels—from beginners to experienced—and anyone who enjoys spending time in the kitchen!
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Here’s what you’ll be making
Scones
Scones are buttery and flaky with the texture of a biscuit, and typically topped with raw sugar or icing. The first known print reference to scones was in 1513 and they have been popular in England, Ireland, and Scotland ever since.
Shortbread
Shortbread originated in Scotland and due to its popularity made it throughout the United Kingdom. This recipe comes from Red Stag Pub owner, Neville Gardner’s family in Northern Ireland. Because his family was quite poor, they couldn’t afford to purchase many ingredients, which kept their recipes simple. What makes this cookie unique is the buttery and crumbly consistency.
Brownbread
Brown bread is a traditional staple of Irish cuisine. The inspiration for the recipe is derived from our favorite place, Lifeforce Mill in Cavan, Ireland. Brown bread is whole meal soda bread made with organic flours sourced in the USA.
Millionaire Bars
Shortbread originated in Scotland and due to its popularity made it throughout the United Kingdom. This recipe comes from Red Stag Pub owner, Neville Gardner’s family in Northern Ireland. Because his family was quite poor, they couldn’t afford to purchase many ingredients, which kept their recipes simple. What makes this cookie unique is the buttery and crumbly consistency.
