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Fermenting Bread Naturally Without Relying on Commercial Yeast

If you’ve ever wondered how people baked bread before commercial yeast packets lined supermarket shelves, you’re not alone. The secret? Wild yeast. And here’s the good news: you can make delicious, airy, flavourful bread using no yeast at all—just flour, water, time, and a bit of know-how. This approach to wild yeast fermentation is more Read More

Making Whole Grain Fermented Flatbreads from Scratch at Home
Victoria Ashcroft April 30, 2025

Flatbreads have fed civilisations for thousands of years. They’re rustic, versatile, and humble. But when you introduce whole grains and fermentation to the mix, they transform into something truly special: deeply flavoured, gut-friendly, and richly nutritious. Welcome to the world of whole grain fermented flatbreads — the sweet spot between ancestral wisdom and today’s health-conscious Read More

Creating Naturally Fermented Pizza Dough for Rich Flavour and Texture
Victoria Ashcroft April 23, 2025

Picture this: a golden, crispy pizza base with a slight chew, deep flavour, and a gut-friendly bonus. Sound good? That’s what you get with naturally fermented pizza dough. Swapping out commercial yeast for wild cultures not only enhances flavour and texture but also adds a powerful punch of probiotics. Whether you’re a sourdough novice or Read More

Using Sourdough to Create Light and Fluffy Fermented Pancake Batter
Fiona Langley April 21, 2025

Pancakes might seem indulgent, but what if they could also be part of your gut health strategy? Welcome to the world of fermented pancake batter with sourdough — where traditional comfort food meets modern wellness. This isn’t just about upgrading your breakfast; it’s about transforming your mornings with a probiotic-rich recipe that nourishes from the Read More