Crumb Worthy

When it comes to sourdough, a strong starter is everything, and let’s be honest, getting all the information needed to get there can feel like a full-time job!

When I first fell down the sourdough rabbit hole, I got lost in a sea of 'failsafe' tips and tricks that... well, didn't work, and this quite frankly pissed me off! 

I looked to baking for stress relief and to give me something I could look at and proudly say, "I made that!" after long days of working in IT, where everything I make seems to disappear once I close a tab; an "analogue" hobby in a "digital" world was what I craved. So, after my few loaves had the texture of chewing gum, good old-fashioned spite kicked in, and I started researching like a woman possessed, turning my kitchen into a flour-dusted laboratory, and I finally cracked the code.

It's my goal that you'll be able to use this site as the ultimate beginner’s guide to sourdough, from birthing your very first starter and keeping it alive to baking loaves that actually rise and taste fantastic. Every recipe is tried, tested, and thoroughly vetted for success. And because no one can live on sourdough alone, I’ve also packed the site with my absolute favourite, crowd-pleasing bakes for you to enjoy. 

Let’s get baking!

P.S. If you get stuck with any baking terms, check out the Glossary for more info, and all equipment listed is linked so you can find exactly what you need for each bake.