Hydration – expressed in %, it means the proportion of water and it always relates to the flour amount (which is always 100%). So: 100% hydration means it contains equal parts flour and water 70% hydration means it contains 70 grams water per 100 grams flour. 65% dough hydration means it contains 650 grams water per 1000 grams flour (Be careful to account for the amounts of flour and water in the starter as well as the ones added in the bread recipe itself). Autolyse […]
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Borodinsky bread, a Russian story for the ages
Main features: dense, brick-like bread Type of dough: rye, sticky dough Flours used: rye flour, red rye malt, wheat flourTips for a correct execution: Tips for a correct execution: proofing times can be very short, keep your eyes on the dough at all times; Rest the bread for at least 24 hours (ideally 48 hours) after baking before cutting; Working with this type of dough can be very difficult, having wet hands and utensils helps. Pairing: works best in association with fish, caviar, cured meats. […]
About us
The story behind ‘Homebakers by Grain Trip’ cannot start without first mentioning our “big brother”. With Grain Trip, we dreamed of taking everyone who visited our bakery on an exciting journey around the world, where they could discover the tastes and treats of new destinations on each visit. We were homebakers for a very long time until we could make Grain Trip Bakery a reality. We opened its doors in April 2018, bringing 100% sourdough breads and tasty pastries, filled with love and character, to our hometown of Bucharest in Romania.
