Serious question, has anyone else noticed a big jump in sourdough starter requests?

Last week, three separate people at the Portland farmers market asked if I could share a piece of mine, which never used to happen. Is this just a local thing, or are people getting back into wild yeast again?

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val3235d ago

Serious question? It's just sourdough, not a medical supply. Maybe people saw a video and got curious... happens every few years.

wendy_murphy165d ago

Hold up, it's not just about a video. Think about how many people started gardening and canning during the pandemic. That DIY, self-sufficient mindset stuck around. Now when folks see a potential shortage, even of flour, they jump on the "make it yourself" trend. Sourdough is the perfect next step because it feels like a basic life skill. It's less about the bread and more about feeling ready for anything.

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