real bread

Sourdough bread is more than just a loaf—it’s a craft that requires time, care, and a touch of magic. Unlike commercial bread, which can be made in hours, sourdough needs a long fermentation process. But why is patience so essential? The slow fermentation not only enhances the complex, tangy flavour but also breaks down gluten
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World Vegan Day, 1 Nov is almost here.  It’s a fantastic chance to celebrate all things vegan or to explore your vegan curiosity.  You can find out more about the events via the Vegan Society’s page here.  I’m not currently fully vegan but am a lifelong vegetarian and I definitely appreciate the wonderful progression of
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One Mile Bakery Exeter is a member of the Real Bread Campaign which helps support additive free loaves and small, independent bakeries. One of the brilliant campaigns they run is called #SourdoughSeptember. It’s an annual celebration of genuine sourdough and the people that make it.  There are lots of ways to get involved, find out
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Recently, I invited Lauren and her son Kyle to experience a half day class.  We had a lovely day making a loaf, scones and pizza for lunch.  You can read more here.   For me the real highlight was this part of the review: “It’s like learning to bake with a friend, and that for some
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One Mile Bakery Exeter featured in the new issue of gorgeous Devon lifestyle glossy Manor Magazine (read the article here). The article is wonderful reminder of a lovely day I spent baking with Anna Turns. We baked a selection of bread together: Challah (from my Breads of the World class), Devonshire Splits (from my Devon
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I’ve just spent a little bit of time adding new classes to the website.  All classes are held in at my home in Exeter where I bake my bread for delivery customers. On classes, I like to show you what amazing baking you can achieve at home in a normal domestic kitchen. When you book
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