A TREE WITH MANY BRANCHES
Short Stories From My Kitchen
A Truth Fairytale
A tree worried it had grown in too many directions. Its roots knew otherwise.
The Return of Daisy Madre — Welcome Home (Final Chapter)
Every journey changes us. In this final chapter, Daisy Madre returns home—not as the starter she once was, but as the teacher she was always meant to become.
The Hunt for the Perfect Crumb
An open crumb is more than luck—it’s the result of understanding fermentation, dough, and timing. In this chapter, we bring everything together in the hunt for the perfect crumb.
Learning to Read a Starter
Every sourdough starter has a story to tell. In this chapter, learn how to read the signs of a healthy starter and understand what Daisy is quietly revealing every day.
Reviving a Broken Starter
A struggling sourdough starter isn’t always a lost cause. In this chapter, learn how to recognize the signs of a weakened starter and the steps that can help bring it back to life.
The Science of Daisy Madre
Behind every thriving sourdough starter is a remarkable community of living organisms. In this chapter, we explore the science of Daisy Madre and how understanding it leads to better bread.