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Welcome to the Hearth
Welcome to Bread, Blooms, and Belonging. I am so glad you’ve found your way here. If you’ve ever felt the pull toward a slower, more intentional way of living—one marked by the scent of sourdough in the oven, the dirt beneath your fingernails, and the quiet rhythm of a home-centered life—then you are in good company. At Loaves & Groves, we believe that the most nourishing things aren't found in a hurry. They are cultivated over time. They are found in the bubbles of a seven-y

Heather
Mar 312 min read


Maintaining and Feeding Your Sourdough Starter
At Loaves & Groves, the sourdough starter is the heartbeat of our kitchen. Every week, I receive so many questions about how to care for these "little guys," as my daughter likes to call them. I’ve been nurturing my own starter for years, and it has become an essential part of our family’s rhythm. There is something so deeply comforting about warm, crusty bread straight from the oven or a sourdough cobbler shared after a long day. If you’ve been nervous that maintaining a st

Heather
Mar 314 min read


The Heart of the Loaves & Groves Kitchen: Cultivating Your Starter
At Loaves & Groves, our journey always returns to the basics: flour, water, and the quiet magic of fermentation. Learning to craft a sourdough starter from scratch is more than just a recipe; it is an invitation to bring a living, breathing tradition into your home. This one versatile ingredient is the soul of our kitchen, breathing life into artisanal boules, tender cakes, farmhouse cookies, and so much more. If you’ve spent any time exploring the world of traditional, nouri

Heather
Mar 314 min read


Ultimate Sourdough Starter Feeding Schedule
Hope you guys find this helpful! Feel free to DM me (@loavesandgroves) on Instagram if you have any questions! Day 1 : Before you start , record your jars weight without the lid 100g stone ground rye flour 150g lukewarm water @85 degrees F Day 2 : 70g mature starter (jar weight + 70g = what your jar should weigh when the correct amount of starter has been removed) 50g stoneground rye flour 50g unbleached all purpose flour 115g lukewarm water @85 degrees F Day 3 : S

Heather
Dec 21, 20251 min read


Favorite Sourdough Tools from Amazon
These are all the tools I love and use from Amazon. These bowls are fantastic as they nest inside each other. I own all four and I have noticed that they help in keeping the dough cool during the rising process, especially beneficial in Florida where the temperatures tend to be on the warmer side. Mora Ceramic Extra Big 5.5 & 3.6 Qt - White Mora Ceramic 2.5 & 1.6 Qt - White Jars for sourdough starter: I use these interchangeably depending on the task at hand. Weck Tulip Jar

Heather
Oct 16, 20241 min read


Mastering Sourdough Bread: Tips and Tricks Revealed
Are you looking to elevate your sourdough baking skills? Look no further. Today, we're diving into the world of sourdough bread and uncovering some expert tips and tricks that will help you master the art of sourdough baking. First things first, let's talk about the heart of sourdough bread - the starter culture. If you're based in Orlando, FL, you're in luck. Loaves & Groves offers a selection of premium dehydrated sourdough starter cultures that can elevate your bread game.

Heather
Oct 12, 20242 min read


Unlock the Secret to Perfect Sourdough: Starter Cultures Available
Are you a baking enthusiast looking to unlock the secret to perfect sourdough bread? Look no further—Loaves & Groves, a premier business based in Orlando, FL, has you covered with their dehydrated sourdough starter cultures. Sourdough baking has been around for centuries, with its distinct tangy flavor and chewy texture captivating taste buds all around the world. One of the key components to creating the perfect sourdough bread is a strong and healthy starter culture. What e

Heather
Oct 12, 20241 min read
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