{"title":"Roly Allen","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the delightful world of Roly Allen, an author who masterfully combines the art of cooking with the joy of learning. Known for his engaging and accessible style, Roly Allen invites readers into the enchanting realm of bread-making with his insightful work, \u003cem\u003eHow to Raise a Loaf and Fall in Love with Sourdough\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, you'll find a culinary journey that demystifies the process of creating your own delicious sourdough bread at home. Perfect for both novice and seasoned bakers, Allen's books are cherished resources in the \u003cstrong\u003eCooking \u0026amp; Food\u003c\/strong\u003e category, offering clear, step-by-step guidance infused with passion and a hint of humour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Roly Allen's works to discover not only recipes and techniques but also a deep appreciation for the craft of baking and the satisfaction it brings. Whether you're starting your sourdough adventure or looking to refine your skills, Roly Allen's books are the perfect companions on your culinary journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"how-to-raise-a-loaf-and-fall-in-love-with-sourdough-by-roly-allen-9781786275783","title":"How to raise a loaf and fall in love with sourdough","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow to Raise a Loaf\u003c\/i\u003e - All you need to become a master sourdough baker!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow to Raise a Loaf and Fall in Love with Sourdough\u003c\/i\u003e is a new accessible guide to bread baking by amateur baker Roly Allen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn to bake bread without over-complicated recipes and pages and pages on kneading technique? This new book makes the key techniques of traditional baking easy to understand, with step-by-step photo instructions and a simple overview of the magical processes that turn wild yeasts into a living baker's starter, and a bowl of flour into a glowing crusty loaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecipes include rye loaves, sourdough pizza, grissini, rolls, and more, as well as suggesting surprising flavours (think chocolate, tomato, olives, and linseed) to incorporate into your sourdough bakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to be an expert baker to make your own sourdough at home; though once you're hooked, and want to get fancy, the book will tell you what lames, bannetons, brushes and stones to invest in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSourdough is one of the biggest stories in food, with a whole generation converting to the rich flavour of the bread. In \u003ci\u003eHow to Raise a Loaf\u003c\/i\u003e, Roly Allen promotes the health benefits of this probiotic bread, as well as the mindful quality to baking; \"With music on in the background, and no goal in mind other than the loaf you're working on, it is easy to slip into a state of mental 'flow', when you don't notice time passing, your worries slip away, and mind and body become deeply relaxed. When times are bad, this mental and emotional reset is better than anything.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe small format and clear instructions make this the perfect baking guide for beginners!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998263890156,"sku":"9781786275783","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27372663482823.jpg?v=1763213096"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/roly-allen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}