The Medieval Bakery

Sourcing Guide

Know what to look for. Know where to look.

A focused guide to the grains, flours, baking tools and specialty ingredients used in The Medieval Bakery, with regional supplier listings and a checklist for choosing them.

32 pages
English e-book to keep
USA · UK · DACH
Regional supplier lists
5 questions
A supplier checklist
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The book you receive · 32-page English e-book
I. A page in practice

Rye flour or cracked rye? Check before you buy.

Quick start · the shopping list · page 4
Quick start · the shopping list · page 4
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The quick-start page names the staples used in the recipe book and explains what each one is for. It gives you a starting point for a more specific shopping list.

  1. Find the ingredient by name

    Whole rye flour and cracked rye berries have separate entries. The page notes that cracked rye is not interchangeable with rye flour.

  2. Connect it to the loaf

    The entries link ingredients to breads such as pumpernickel, rugbrød and maslin, helping you check what your chosen recipe calls for.

  3. Then find a supplier

    Continue to the regional directories and the five-question supplier checklist. Check current stock and shipping directly before ordering.

Directories cover the USA, UK and Germany/DACH, with an Italian supplier also listed. This is a companion to the recipes.

II. Inside the book

A shorter book, with a very specific job.

  1. The ingredient listRye flour, cracked rye berries, whole-wheat flour and einkorn.
  2. Regional suppliersDirectories covering the USA, UK and Germany/DACH, plus an Italian supplier.
  3. Baking equipmentGrain mills, proofing baskets, loaf tins, Dutch ovens and storage.
  4. Specialty ingredientsSeeds, spices, bitter orange peel, molasses and other recipe ingredients.
  5. Choosing a supplierA five-question checklist to help assess your options.
III. Look inside

Turn the pages before you choose.

See the quick-start list and the format of the supplier and equipment entries. These are sample pages; supplier availability and shipping can change.

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IV. Put it to use

From a recipe list to a shopping list.

  1. 01

    Name the ingredient

    Start with the quick-start list and check the form of grain or flour your recipe calls for.

  2. 02

    Find a place to look

    Use the directory for your region, or the tools and specialty ingredient sections for a more specific search.

  3. 03

    Check before ordering

    Use the supplier checklist, then confirm current stock, delivery options and prices directly with the supplier.

Flour in an unbranded paper bag with a metal scoop
Plate I. Start with the flour your recipe calls for.
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V. Is this your next book?

A clear place to begin.

For bakers who already have a recipe and want help sourcing its ingredients and tools, especially in the listed regions.

What this edition covers

This is a sourcing companion, not a recipe book. Supplier stock, prices and shipping can change; check directly before ordering. Canada, Australia and New Zealand do not have dedicated directories in this edition.

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VI. Behind the books

From the Medieval Way series to your kitchen.

Medieval Way explores traditional skills through its video series and digital field manuals. The Bakery books bring the bread-making side of that work into a format you can keep beside you as you bake.

The three volumes have distinct jobs: recipes to follow, sourdough techniques to understand, and ingredients and tools to look for. The pages shown here come from the books themselves, so you can see the detail and decide which volume fits your next step.

VII. If you want all three

Three books. One complete collection.

Need the recipes as well as the shopping list? Add Practical Recipes and the Sourdough Manual together with the Complete Collection.

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Practical Recipes

$27.00 individually

Twelve chapters of traditional bread recipes, from dark rye loaves to manchet and trencher bread. Ingredient weights, temperatures and step-by-step methods for your home kitchen.

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Sourdough Manual

$29.00 individually

Build and care for your starter, then follow the dough through fermentation, shaping and baking. A reference for understanding the process, with twenty-five common failures to look up.

Explore Sourdough Manual →E-book · 59 pages · English
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Sourcing Guide

$17.00 individually

Find the flour, grains, tools and specialty ingredients your recipes call for. Regional supplier listings and a checklist to help you choose where to buy.

Explore Sourcing Guide →E-book · 32 pages · English

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VIII. Before you order

A few practical questions.

Does this include bread recipes?

No. It is the ingredient and equipment companion. Practical Recipes provides the recipes, while the Sourdough Manual covers technique and troubleshooting.

Which countries are covered?

The directories focus on the USA, UK and Germany/DACH and also include an Italian supplier. There are no dedicated directories for Canada, Australia or New Zealand.

Are suppliers guaranteed to ship to me?

No. Availability, prices and delivery areas can change. Check the supplier’s current product details and shipping terms before ordering.

How do I receive the book?

This is an e-book, not a printed book. Your download is delivered after purchase. You can read it on a phone, tablet or computer.

Can I buy just this book?

Yes. The single book is selected by default. The Collection upgrade is optional, and you can remove it before continuing to checkout.

What if it is not for me?

Your purchase comes with the same 14-day money-back guarantee as our other digital books. Contact us if you need help with your order.

Which currency will I pay in?

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Your next bake

Know what to look for. Know where to look.

Sourcing Guide · 32-page English e-book

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