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A place for sourdough bakers to share knowledge, troubleshoot problems, and connect with others who understand the obsession.

Learn from others
Follow experienced bakers and learn from people who've figured out what works (and what doesn't).
Share starter cultures
Connect with local bakers to share starter cultures and keep these living traditions alive.
Bake Showcases
Document your journey with photos, get feedback on your crumb, and celebrate both successes and learning moments.
Challenges & Events
Monthly baking challenges, local meetups, and seasonal events. "Ancient Grains February" or "High Hydration Challenge".
Troubleshooting Help
Stuck with dense bread? Starter not rising? Get expert diagnosis from the community with photo analysis.
Local Connections
Find bakers in your area, organize flour swaps, share equipment, and build real-world sourdough friendships.

Community Feed Preview

Sarah M.Sourdough Expert2 hours ago

Just finished my 85% hydration challenge! The key was really gentle handling during shaping. Anyone else trying high hydration this week?

📸 3 photos • 💬 12 comments • ⭐ 24 likes
Mike's KitchenStarter Curator1 day ago

"Gertrude" (my 150-year-old starter) is looking for new homes in the SF Bay Area. This culture has amazing flavor development for rye breads.

🧬 Starter Share • 📍 San Francisco • 💬 8 requests
Alex_Bread_NewbieLearning3 days ago

Help! My bread keeps turning out dense. I'm following the recipe exactly but something's not right. Photos attached - what am I missing?

📸 Troubleshoot • 💬 15 expert replies • 🔧 Problem Solved!

Starter Registry

Find and share sourdough cultures

"Bertha" - 1920s San Francisco

Maintained by @GrandmaBaker

Available
Age: 100+ years
Hydration: 100%
Flour: 50/50 Bread/Rye
Location: Oakland, CA

Perfect for classic sourdough with complex flavor. Very reliable rise.

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