Dough-eyed baker rises to the occasion with artisanal bakery

At this trendy urban precinct you’ll find Jaco Smit’s fresh homemade bread and good wine ... is there anything batter?

11 May 2021 - 19:49 By Steve Steinfeld

As many of us did during lockdown, Jaco Smit began experimenting with sourdough. Cultivating the perfect starter, experimenting with ratios of hydration and different techniques to perfect the humble loaf. Self-taught using tips from friends and many an internet tutorial, he started baking. Embracing the challenge wholeheartedly, baking two loaves became four, then six and then as many as he could fit into the oven...

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