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Are you passionate about sourdough and eager to explore its endless possibilities? Our collection of articles is designed just for you. Dive into the fascinating world of sourdough and discover a wealth of inspiration, tips, and techniques.
The Quest for Sourdough: join the global movement to preserve sourdough culture
Sourdough Insights Sourdough is more than a baking method—it’s a living expression of culture, biodiversity, and craftsmanship. That’s...
Jul 42 min read
Birote Sourdough
Sourdough Story Some sourdoughs in the Puratos Sourdough Library stand out for their rich history and distinctive flavor. One such entry...
Jul 42 min read
The surprising sourdough secret behind steamed buns
Sourdough Story Have you ever tried a steamed bun? If so, you might be surprised to learn that this soft, fluffy delicacy is actually a...
Jul 41 min read
Kosmas Sourdough
Sourdough Story Some sourdoughs in our library carry more than just flavor—they carry history, culture, and deep spiritual meaning. One...
Jul 42 min read
How good is your sourdough starter?
Sourdough Insights We’re thrilled to welcome Los Angeles-based baker Guy Frenkel as a guest contributor to the Quest for Sourdough...
Jul 42 min read
Collecting a sourdough sample: a visit to the Sourdough School
Sourdough Story Every sourdough in the Sourdough Library has a story—and every story begins with a journey. When a sourdough is selected...
Jul 41 min read
Sakadane: the Japanese sourdough made from rice
Sourdough Story When we think of sourdough, we usually picture flour and water—maybe rye, wheat, or spelt. But in Japan, sourdough has...
Jul 42 min read
Sourdough Donuts
Sourdough Recipes Donuts are one of life’s most irresistible indulgences. Soft, golden, and just the right amount of sweet, they’re a...
Jul 42 min read
You sourdough discard is a valuable resource
Sourdough Insights If you bake with sourdough regularly, you’ve probably faced the same dilemma: what to do with all that leftover...
Jul 42 min read
Vitus: Four days to happiness
Sourdough Insights When Martina left us with her sourdough she started a journey to visit ten sourdough lovers, people for whom sourdough...
Jul 41 min read
Alaskan Sourdough Blueberry Pancakes: A Fermented Breakfast from the Klondike Trail
By Arianna Sikorski On a journey through the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush trail, I discovered more than history—I discovered the...
Jul 33 min read
La Focaccia in Modo Terrone: A southern Italian sourdough story
By Michael Ranaudo From the golden hills of Campania to the ovens of Belgium, this focaccia recipe is a tribute to tradition, family, and...
Jul 33 min read
How to wrap a stiff starter?
Sourdough Insights Need to travel with your sourdough or store it for a while without refrigeration? This video shows you how to safely...
Jul 31 min read
How to maintain a starter?
Sourdough Insights Once your starter is active, proper maintenance is key to keeping it strong and reliable. In this video, we cover the...
Jul 31 min read
How to make a sourdough starter?
Sourdough Insights Starting your own sourdough from scratch is one of the most rewarding steps in your baking journey. This video guides...
Jul 31 min read
How to give a bath to your sourdough?
Sourdough Insights Yes, sourdough can—and sometimes should—take a bath. But why? In this video, we explain how giving your sourdough a...
Jul 31 min read
Can One Flour Create the Same Bread?
Sourdough Science Sourdough has been around for over 5,000 years—but we’re still uncovering its secrets. This experiment set out to...
Jul 22 min read
What It’s Like to Refresh the Sourdough Library: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
Sourdough Story Imagine spending a week surrounded by +150 living sourdough cultures from around the world. That’s exactly what it’s like...
Jul 23 min read
“Baking is for life” – the story of Beesham Soogrim
Sourdough Story Meet Beesham Soogrim , a passionate baker, educator, and sourdough ambassador whose journey began on the sun-drenched...
Jul 22 min read
Ralph Nieboer’s Sourdough Story
Sourdough Story What started as a simple holiday in France turned into a life-changing journey for Ralph Nieboer—now a proud sourdough...
Jul 22 min read
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