Mara Ellis
Bread mentor
Mara turns fermentation science into calm, observable kitchen habits.
Our table
A bakery school with room for your story.
From a shared starter to a shared purpose
Moonrise Crumb began when neighborhood bakers started trading notes about dough temperature, patient fermentation, and the recipes that brought people back to the table. We turned those generous conversations into practical courses for learners everywhere.
Our mission is simple: make excellent bakery education clear, encouraging, and useful in an ordinary kitchen.
What we value
- Clarity over culinary mystery.
- Practice over perfection.
- Community over competition.
- Respect for ingredients, time, and people.
The people behind the lessons
Jon Bell
Pastry instructor
Jon teaches crisp layers, balanced fillings, and a thoughtful workflow.
Nia Cole
Community host
Nia makes every discussion feel focused, warm, and worth returning to.