From Korean Bakery to Your Kitchen: Discover K-Baking in Acton
When:
Where: Acton Memorial Library
There's a particular kind of bread that appears in nearly every Korean bakery display case—golden, crumbly on top, soft and fluffy underneath. It's called Soboro Bread, and for generations of Koreans, it has remained one of the country's most beloved bakery favorites.
This fall, Acton residents will have the opportunity to make it themselves. The Acton Memorial Library will host K-Baking with Esther Kim! – Soboro Bread, a Korean baking demonstration led by Acton resident Esther Kim, author of the newly released cookbook, Esther's Korean Baking at Home.
Although Esther began her career as a pianist, her passion for baking grew while operating her own bakery café in Michigan. Today, she combines her love of teaching and baking by introducing K-Baking to American home bakers through demonstrations, classes, and her cookbook.
In recent years, K-Baking has become increasingly popular across the United States as more people discover the soft breads, creative pastries, and unique flavors found in Korean bakeries. This library program offers local residents a chance to experience that growing trend right here in Acton.
During the demonstration, participants will learn how to make Soboro Bread, famous for its crunchy, cookie-like topping and soft, fluffy bread. Along the way, Esther will share practical baking techniques, ingredient tips, and the story behind why this bread has remained a favorite in Korean bakeries for generations. Participants will also gain a glimpse into the techniques and traditions that make Korean bakeries unique.
No baking experience is necessary. Whether you enjoy baking at home, are curious about Korean culture, or simply want to try something new, everyone is welcome.
For Esther, baking has always been about more than following a recipe. It is a way to bring people together, share culture, and build community. She hopes participants will leave not only with the confidence to bake Soboro Bread at home, but also with a deeper appreciation for Korean baking traditions.
This demonstration is the first of what Esther hopes will become many opportunities to introduce K-Baking to libraries and communities throughout Massachusetts. In addition to library programs, she is preparing both online and in-person baking classes so that more people can continue exploring authentic Korean baking.
Class Information
K-Baking with Esther Kim! – Soboro Bread
Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
Location: Acton Memorial Library
Registration Opens: August 3, 2026
Capacity: Limited to 15 participants
Registration: Please register through the Acton Memorial Library.
This fall, Acton residents will have the opportunity to make it themselves. The Acton Memorial Library will host K-Baking with Esther Kim! – Soboro Bread, a Korean baking demonstration led by Acton resident Esther Kim, author of the newly released cookbook, Esther's Korean Baking at Home.
Although Esther began her career as a pianist, her passion for baking grew while operating her own bakery café in Michigan. Today, she combines her love of teaching and baking by introducing K-Baking to American home bakers through demonstrations, classes, and her cookbook.
In recent years, K-Baking has become increasingly popular across the United States as more people discover the soft breads, creative pastries, and unique flavors found in Korean bakeries. This library program offers local residents a chance to experience that growing trend right here in Acton.
During the demonstration, participants will learn how to make Soboro Bread, famous for its crunchy, cookie-like topping and soft, fluffy bread. Along the way, Esther will share practical baking techniques, ingredient tips, and the story behind why this bread has remained a favorite in Korean bakeries for generations. Participants will also gain a glimpse into the techniques and traditions that make Korean bakeries unique.
No baking experience is necessary. Whether you enjoy baking at home, are curious about Korean culture, or simply want to try something new, everyone is welcome.
For Esther, baking has always been about more than following a recipe. It is a way to bring people together, share culture, and build community. She hopes participants will leave not only with the confidence to bake Soboro Bread at home, but also with a deeper appreciation for Korean baking traditions.
This demonstration is the first of what Esther hopes will become many opportunities to introduce K-Baking to libraries and communities throughout Massachusetts. In addition to library programs, she is preparing both online and in-person baking classes so that more people can continue exploring authentic Korean baking.
Class Information
K-Baking with Esther Kim! – Soboro Bread
Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
Location: Acton Memorial Library
Registration Opens: August 3, 2026
Capacity: Limited to 15 participants
Registration: Please register through the Acton Memorial Library.