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Business Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Times
BT Club exclusive: Crack the pumpkin sourdough code
[SINGAPORE] It is the loaf of bread everyone admires but no one knows how to make. Until now. This September, BT Club members will get the inside scoop on baking a pumpkin-shaped sourdough from Karen Ng, who used to sell it but never taught others how to make it. The self-taught baker and founder of Bespoke Bread will also be the first Singaporean to compete in the Panettone World Cup finals in Milan later this year. On weekends, she runs a perennially sold-out baking school from her home, with sourdough classes that rank among Singapore's best. Karen Ng runs a perennially sold-out baking school from her home. PHOTO: BESPOKE BREAD Sourdough's allure goes beyond its rustic charm and chewy texture. Fermented to develop a distinctive tang, it's prized for both its flavour and perceived health benefits. Enjoy sourdough waffles as a breakfast snack at the workshop. PHOTO: BESPOKE BREAD In this one-off BT Club event, participants will make the pumpkin sourdough from scratch while learning to mix, fold, shape and score like a pro. Sourdough waffles will also be served as a breakfast snack. Only eight seats are available. Get ready to leave with your freshly baked loaf, a live starter, and the skill to recreate this showstopping bread for years to come.
Business Times
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Times
Learn to brew like a barista with BT Club
COFFEE lovers, have you ever wondered what the secret is to the perfect cuppa? BT Club invites you to discover it at our upcoming pour-over masterclass – The Art of Coffee: One Pour at a Time. Taking place on May 24, this hands-on two-hour workshop led by expert baristas from Cheerful Goat will unveil the art and science behind unlocking the full spectrum of flavours hidden within every coffee bean. Cheerful Goat is a homegrown coffee speciality brand best known for its range of accessories, pocket coffee granules and award-winning barista, Leo Li. It boasts a showroom in Woodlands where its entire range of products is for sale, and a hip downtown cafe at Waterloo Street where the BT Club masterclass is set to take place. The masterclass includes a tasting session where participants will get to try Cheerful Goat's signature drinks including its new coffee cocktails. PHOTO: CHEERFUL GOAT The experience doesn't end there. Attendees will also enjoy a complimentary tasting session of drinks from Cheerful Goat's menu, including its signature Yoghurt Coffee, as well as new alcoholic coffee cocktails – a delightful fusion of coffee culture and mixology. Unlike the bold intensity of a French press or the convenience of automatic drip machines, the pour-over method produces a lighter, cleaner brew that beautifully reveals the unique character of each coffee bean. During the session, you will learn how precise control over every aspect of brewing – such as water temperature, pouring speed, and extraction time – can result in a clean, vibrant cup that highlights the subtle and nuanced notes of specialty coffee. Attendees will also enjoy a complimentary tasting session of drinks from Cheerful Goat's menu, including its signature Yoghurt Coffee. PHOTO: CHEERFUL GOAT Master the art of slow, intentional brewing and get ready to savour a coffee with a more complex flavour profile than many other brewing styles. Whether you are new to brewing or seeking to refine your skills, this masterclass promises to deepen your appreciation for specialty coffee and elevate your home brewing routine. Sign up now and embrace the ritualistic nature of pour-over brewing, which adds a meditative and engaging dimension to your coffee experience. All participants will also receive a goodie bag from BT Club and Cheerful Goat.
Business Times
02-06-2025
- Business
- Business Times
BT Club brews up a storm at coffee masterclass
[SINGAPORE] The Business Times' subscribers and readers gathered at the cosy Cheerful Goat Cafe in Waterloo Street for a sensory journey into the world of speciality coffee on May 24. The exclusive masterclass, aptly titled One Pour at a Time, brought together 12 coffee lovers for an intimate, hands-on pour-over experience guided by the cafe's expert baristas. The workshop focused on mastering the delicate art of the pour-over technique. PHOTO: ONG YU FAN Held over two engaging hours, the workshop focused on mastering the delicate art of the technique – an increasingly popular brewing method that emphasises precision and patience. Attendees deepened their understanding of making coffee as both a science and an art with each carefully measured pour. PHOTO: ONG YU FAN Participants learnt how subtle changes in water temperature, grind size, pouring speed, and extraction time can dramatically alter the flavour profile of a single cup. With each carefully measured pour, attendees deepened their understanding of making coffee as both a science and an art. The crowd learnt how subtle changes can dramatically alter the flavour profile of a single cup. PHOTO: ONG YU FAN Beyond technique, guests had the chance to sample Cheerful Goat's signature drinks, including its much-talked-about Yogurt Coffee and newly introduced coffee-based cocktails. Guests also sampled signature drinks from the cafe's newly introduced coffee-based cocktails. PHOTO: ONG YU FAN The event concluded with a lively Q&A session and takeaway goodie bags that included premium instant coffee granules and more. Expert baristas from The Cheerful Goat took questions from the participants. PHOTO: ONG YU FAN This event is part of BT Club's ongoing commitment to enrich the reader experience. Created exclusively for BT subscribers and readers, BT Club offers curated lifestyle and networking events that go beyond the newsroom – bringing readers closer to the stories, people, and passions behind the headlines. From chef-led dinners and art-gallery hops to property seminars and now coffee crafting, BT Club continues to create opportunities for learning, connection, and memorable shared experiences. For more information about BT Club and to find out about upcoming and past events, check regularly for updates.
Business Times
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Times
Brew like a barista with BT Club
COFFEE lovers, have you ever wondered what the secret is to the perfect cuppa? BT Club invites you to discover it at our upcoming pour-over masterclass – The Art of Coffee: One Pour at a Time. Taking place on Saturday (May 24), the hands-on two-hour workshop led by expert baristas from Cheerful Goat will unveil the art and science behind unlocking the full spectrum of flavours hidden within every coffee bean. Unlike the bold intensity of a French press or the convenience of automatic drip machines, the pour-over method produces a lighter, cleaner brew that beautifully reveals the unique character of each coffee bean. You will learn how precise control over every aspect of brewing – such as water temperature, pouring speed, and extraction time – can result in a clean, vibrant cup that highlights the subtle and nuanced notes of specialty coffee. Master the art of slow, intentional brewing and get ready to savour a coffee with a more complex flavour profile than many other brewing styles. Whether you are new to brewing or seeking to refine your skills, this masterclass promises to deepen your appreciation for specialty coffee and elevate your home brewing routine. The masterclass includes a tasting session where participants will get to try Cheerful Goat's signature drinks including its new coffee cocktails. PHOTO: THE BUSINESS TIMES The experience doesn't end there. Attendees will also enjoy a complimentary tasting session of drinks from Cheerful Goat's menu, including its signature Yoghurt Coffee, as well as new alcoholic coffee cocktails – a delightful fusion of coffee culture and mixology. Cheerful Goat is a homegrown coffee speciality brand best known for its range of accessories, pocket coffee granules and award-winning barista Leo Li. It boasts a showroom in Woodlands where its entire range of products is for sale, and a hip downtown cafe at Waterloo Street where the BT Club masterclass is set to take place. Sign up now and embrace the ritualistic nature of pour-over brewing, which adds a meditative and engaging dimension to your coffee experience. All participants will also receive a goodie bag from BT Club and Cheerful Goat.
