History and Science of Baking & Bread in the 1700s with Jeff Pavlik | Sourdough | Homestead

Step back in time with The Woodland Escape as historian and baker Jeff Pavlik explores the fascinating history and science of bread in the 1700s. From the earliest evidence of breadmaking over 14,000 years ago to the colonial-era techniques brought to North America, Jeff shares how cultures across the globe perfected the art of turning grain into one of humanity’s most important foods. Along the way, he explains the crucial role of gluten, yeast, and fermentation, bringing to life the processes that make bread rise and ovens bake. In this engaging episode filmed at Kelly Station, you’ll discover the cultural differences between French sourdough traditions and British ale yeast baking, learn about the economics of bread pricing in colonial America, and see how wood-fired ovens embody a universal design that connects bakers across continents. Blending history, science, and hands-on practice, Jeff reveals how bread has always been both a necessity and an artform. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a baker, or just love a good story, this episode offers a warm and insightful look at one of the world’s oldest foods. Check out Jeff Pavlik's Facebook channel: Old World Bread Remember to subscribe to our channel to dive deeper into the fascinating stories of the past that continue to shape our present. Drop a comment to share your thoughts —we'd love to hear from you! We're passionate about sharing our adventures and a slice of history with you. Support us by liking, subscribing, and hitting the notification bell for a weekly dose of a wee bit of history and unique tales from the frontier. Your engagement helps us keep history alive. Join our community! 📺 Featuring: Peter Kelly 🎥 Videography - Catherine Wolfe Production & Editing: Catherine Wolfe 🎵 Music Courtesy Of: Richard Fortier and Al MacDonald Mandolin instrumentals: Michael Righi Violin music: Meghan Balogh Guitar played by Koen Tholhuijsen. Music composed by Marcel La Haye Full album: Mundo de Dialogo Social Media & Shorts: Shane Kelly 📬 Contact Us: [email protected] FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📘 Facebook: The Woodland Escape Instagram: @the.woodland.escape #breadhistory #sourdough #colonialamerica #woodfiredoven #bakingbread #historicalbaking #yeastbread #gluten #sourdoughstarter #breadscience #bakinghistory #thewoodlandescape #kellystation #homesteading #bushcraft