The Sourdough Scoop

Learn why including sourdough in your diet could make managing menopause a little easier — and tastier.

Sourdough fermentation does more than make your loaf tangy and chewy — research shows it can break down some gluten, making it easier on your stomach for those with gluten sensitivity. Curious to find out more?

Mould happens — and that’s perfectly natural. Unlike industrial loaves packed with preservatives like fermented wheat flour, fresh sourdough is alive, tasty, and naturally slower to mould. With a few clever storage tricks (including our freezer-ready sliced loaves), you can enjoy your sourdough for longer without fear.

The Bagel Chips you’ve all been waiting for are finally here! Got spare bagels at home that are 1-2 days past their fluffy hey day? No problem, try these easy bagel chips with any seasoning of your choice. We love ours with a sprinkle of olive oil and our Spicy Everything Seasoning! 1.⁠ ⁠Preheat oven […]

These melba toasts are a simple but yummy savoury snack, ideal as canapes or as a light starter. These are ideally made with days-old sourdough, to give the toasts a perfect crunch after toasting and as a way to use up any leftover bread that is on the turn.  Ingredients (serves 6):  Firstly, preheat the […]

Get ready to dive into Sourdough September with us! This month-long celebration honours genuine sourdough bread and the passionate bakers who craft it. Stay tuned to get the scoop on our exciting weekly activities and special events throughout this delicious month.

School’s back, and we’ve lined up some fab sandwich recipes to kick off the term with a bang! Whether it’s a kids’ lunchbox or a grown-up work lunch, we’ve got you covered with simple classics, bakery-inspired creations, and a few seasonal September twists.

Have you ever grabbed a loaf of bread thinking, “No additives here!” and noticed it stays fresh for weeks? That’s often thanks to fermented wheat flour. It sounds wholesome, but it’s really an industrial trick. Bacteria ferment the flour to produce propionic acid, a preservative that keeps bread soft and mould-free, all without listing the usual E numbers.