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Why does your sourdough bread look different?
Why does your sourdough look different from the ones you see online? It’s the flour. In this video, I’m breaking down flour strength and protein content, and why European, Canadian, and American flours can produce very different results — even when the recipe looks identical. Many factors influence your sourdough: flour type, flour blends, humidity, elevation, and environment. But flour is the starting point. Protein content matters no matter where you live. If you want consi
Dawn McNaught
Feb 151 min read


Sourdough starter 12 days for a strong starter
creating a strong sourdough starter I’m close to finishing my sourdough starter series. Sourdough Starter Day 9 Link It’s a rough, day by day set of videos, and that was always the point. I wanted to show beginners what actually goes into building a starter that’s strong enough to leaven bread. Not tricks or shortcuts, just perseverance, observation, and patience. The series follows the process as it happens. Some days are quiet. Some days are confusing. Progress isn’t alway
Dawn McNaught
Jan 261 min read


Bread, baking, books and blogging
It has been a crazy year… and it just started! Bread is an art form I reinvigorated my cooking blog several months ago, around the same time I began developing my website. That naturally led to reviving my YouTube channel as well. Somewhere in the middle of juggling all three, while also working on new watercolours, I decided to see if I could make everything work together. That includes my recipes, my artwork, and the graphic designer in me. This is where we are now. I still
Dawn McNaught
Jan 202 min read


How Art, Handwritten Cards and Art Can Matter
In a world now filled with quick, AI-generated digital messages, the importance of genuine connection can often feel overshadowed. Texts, emails, and social media updates might be convenient, but they often lack the warmth and care that a phone call, office visit, or even a simple handwritten card can bring. Those personal touches truly matter. We are emotional beings who crave real social interaction, not just social media reactions. Reflecting on my own journey of organizin
Dawn McNaught
Oct 23, 20252 min read
Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope everyone enjoys a warm, safe, and festive Canadian Thanksgiving this year. No matter how tough things get, I’ve always found there’s something, big or small, to be grateful for. May those little things bring a smile to your day. Enjoy the holiday!.
Dawn McNaught
Oct 13, 20251 min read
Creative Wins
Good Morning! I’m pleased to share that I’ve had several creative achievements over the past few months. As each project reaches...
Dawn McNaught
Oct 6, 20252 min read
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