Hello I'm Daniel the baker. A business owner, and someone who’s spent over 25 years learning sourdough the hard way. I’ve had the flat loaves, the dead starters, the sticky disasters, and all the wasted flour that comes with figuring it out by trial and error.
That’s exactly why I made this cheat sheet to save you decades of trial & error.
My Gold Hill Bread Sourdough Cheat Sheet is a simple one-page guide with the shortcuts I wish someone had handed me when I started way back in 2003.
Inside, I’ll show you: Where to get your starter and how to keep your starter alive without overthinking it.
What actually matters when mixing and proving, How to spot when your dough is ready, And how to avoid the common mistakes that ruin a loaf. This isn’t about becoming obsessed with bread, It’s about learning a proper skill, making something real with your hands, and feeding yourself or your family well. No fluff. No artisan nonsense. Just what works. Tried and tested.
Right—apron on. Let’s bake!