THE CRAFT
SOURDOUGH BASICS
The techniques, timing and small details behind better baking
BETTER BAKING BEGINS WITH THE DETAILS
Sourdough has its own rhythm. The more you understand what is happening beneath the surface, the more confidently you can make decisions at the bench
THE CRAFT COLLECTION
01 — HOW TO READ YOUR SOURDOUGH STARTER
Learn to recognize the signs of an active starter through rise, bubbles, texture and aroma
02 — HOW TO SCORE SOURDOUGH
Learn how depth, angle and movement influence the way your loaf opens in the oven
03 — UNDERSTANDING BULK FERMENTATION
Learn what happens during bulk fermentation and how to recognize when your dough is ready
04 — HOW TO STRETCH & FOLD DOUGH
A simple technique for building strength without overworking your dough
05 — HOW TO SHAPE A SOURDOUGH LOAF
Learn to create surface tension while keeping your dough light and full of life
06 — HOW TO KNOW WHEN DOUGH IS READY
Move beyond the clock and learn the visual and tactile signs of properly fermented dough
THE ART OF MAKING
YOUR HANDS LEARN BEFORE YOUR HEAD DOES
Sourdough becomes easier when you stop trying to control every variable and start learning to observe. Feel the dough. Watch the rise. Notice the changes
TRUST WHAT YOU SEE
Recipes give you a starting point. Temperature, flour, hydration and starter activity will always influence the final result