Upcoming FREE Event:
Troubleshooting Your Bread
Sign up now for the "Sourdough Success: Troubleshooting Your Bread" Event!
This powerful 3-hour online workshop is designed for intermediate and experienced bakers who want to master the sourdough craft.
Thursday July 31st
Limited spots!
Hi! I'm Yuli Koichu, and I help sourdough bread bakers master their craft
Growing up in a family of engineers, math teachers and science enthusiasts, it isn't surprising that the first career path I chose was an electrical engineering degree. However, on the inside, I was miserable. Luckily, my family also taught me that food is a way to show our love and to build connections.
After uncovering my passion for the culinary arts, being far from 'a natural' couldn't stop me. I started working as a cook and progressed from job to job. Transitioning into baking, I discovered the enchanting complexities of sourdough. Play met scientific thinking, and I slowly progressed until I discovered the systems that really worked. With a culinary diploma from Le Cordon Bleu, a coaching education from Mastermind.com and insights from top mentors, I’m dedicated to empowering bakers on their journey. I'm passionate about blending play and precision in a people-centered way.
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Sign up for powerful 6 Week Coaching Program
Master baking the best bread you've ever had by learning the right systems and techniques. Turn your frustrations into joyful experiences and delicious nourishment.
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Hands-On Workshops in Haifa, Israel
Sharpen your sourdough baking skills in a one-on-one hands-on 3-day workshop. We'll deep dive on sourdough starter and dough making before rolling up our sleeves to make incredible wheat hearth loaves by hand.
FAQ
Why doesn't my bread come out as I expect it?
It's very common for our taste and standards to develop before our skills do. It doesn't mean we're getting worse over time, but that we care. Anyone can master this craft, even though it can feel impossible in the beginning. The key is to follow the right SYSTEMS that lead to improvement, that make sure we aren't wasting our time and effort on bad recipes. Trust me, I was definitely not a natural in the kitchen. I developed the programs I wish I had because the would have saved me YEARS of frustration. Learn more about them above.
Should I buy a mature starter if mine doesn't rise?
Adopting a mature starter can save you the time and hassle of starting your own, but ultimately, the way the starter is maintained matters much more than how old it is. Without proper maintenance, that starter won't last more than a few weeks or at most - months. Don't worry, because keeping a starter happy can be done with almost any water and regular flour. Starting or maintaining your starter doesn't have to be a hassle - Check out my FREE Full Guide to Sourdough Starter for everything you'll need to know.
Didn't our ancestors use to measure everything with their heart? Why did the modern world make sourdough more complicated than it should be?
You don't have to measure anything if you don't want to. No one said that every loaf came out spectacular back in the day. If it did, that was likely the work of a person with years and decades of experience. Some people can sew a full garments without making measurements. However, taking the time to measure can make it easier for us to replicate their work, save us decades of apprenticeship and make customizing easy.
Resources
Expert Insights: Debunking 3 Sourdough Myths
Free myth-busting report to help you master sourdough breadmaking techniques and gain clarity on your journey.
Full Guide to Sourdough Starter - In Hebrew
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