Butter-making workshop with Dr. Jacqui Newling

About
Get ready to churn up some fun at our Makers & Manufacturers exhibition Open Day!Join Dr. Jacqui Newling, a renowned historian and gastronomer, for a hands-on butter-making experience. Dr. Newling will guide you through the art of turning cream into butter, using both modern techniques and historical methods.
Discover the science behind churning, rinsing, and shaping butter, while learning about food preservation and its role in domestic life before household fridges were available. Try your hand at making your own butter in just 10 minutes—and yes, you’ll get to taste the delicious results, spread on fresh bread!
List of ingredients for allergen purposes: Standard fresh cream (dairy product), bread (with gluten and wheat). Gluten free bread can be provided if requested. Tasting is optional.
Please note that butter must be refrigerated and for safety reasons participants won’t be allowed to take home the butter made in the class.
Dates
Saturday 12 April 2025 (UTC+11)Location
Hurstville Museum & Gallery
14 MacMahon Street, Hurstville NSW 2220