Master the Art of the Rise
Ever wondered why some loaves sing while others fall flat? We’re opening our bench folders to share the science, the timing, and the intuition behind artisan baking. It's not just about flour; it's about the soul you fold into it.
Baking Techniques Library
Step-by-step masterclasses designed to turn your kitchen into an artisan studio. We believe that seeing is believing—and learning. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
How to feed your starter
Maintaining a healthy levain is 80% of the battle. We'll show you the exact hydration ratios and temperature cues to look for.
Stretch & Fold Explained
Forget mechanical kneading. Learn how gentle strength-building sessions create that elusive open crumb structure you crave.
Scoring for Beginners
Control the oven spring and add your signature. Why settle for a random burst when you can carve a masterpiece?
Tried & True Recipes
Our formulas have been tested through 432 different oven cycles in Brooklyn kitchens. They work. Don't ask how many loaves we ate to prove it.
Classic Country Sourdough
The cornerstone loaf. 80% hydration, 100% satisfaction. This is the recipe that started Lumina Dough.
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100% Rye Loaf
Earthy, dense, and incredibly complex. A masterclass in managing acidity and enzymatic activity.
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Focaccia with Seasonal Herbs
The perfect gateway bread. High hydration, dimpled texture, and finished with local rosemary and sea salt.
View RecipeWhat Flour-Fans Are Saying
"The scoring tutorial finally fixed my uneven oven spring issues!"
Guerda Trudel
Why did we choose Lumina Dough? Because their tutorials don't skip the messy middle parts. They show you exactly what to do when your dough feels like a puddle, which gave me the confidence to keep going after my first three failed attempts.
Lizabet Kruglyanskaya
"Excellent recipes. The 100% Rye loaf is now a weekly staple for our family brunch."
Tellina K.