The holidays aren’t just another bake day. They’re the time you pull out all the stops — the perfectly scored centerpiece loaf, the gift-worthy sourdough rolls, the bread basket that has everyone asking, “How did you do this?”
That’s why your starter matters more now than ever.
Holiday bakes demand reliability:
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You’re working around family schedules.
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You’ve got tight timelines.
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You need bread that performs on cue.
A sluggish or acidic starter can derail an entire bake. A strong one gives you the confidence that when you need it most, your dough will rise beautifully and bake into something spectacular.
Enter Larry Levain
Larry isn’t just any starter. He’s:
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Fed twice daily for years (never refrigerated)
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Used in over 100,000 loaves — tested, proven, reliable
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Arrives balanced, activates fast - Larry is maintained at 100% hydration, shipped stiff
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Shipped in 42 grams (not a tiny spoonful) to give you a powerful foundation right away
That strength translates directly into holiday baking success: consistent fermentation, gorgeous rise, and complex flavor that makes every loaf memorable.
If you’re investing precious time and money on show-stopping bakes like our Luxe Fruit & Nut and Double Chocolate Orange sourdough loaves (both recipes coming soon), you want to make sure your starter is up to the task!
Larry provides the best foundation for all your bakes from a Basic Sourdough Loaf to our Sourdough Brioche Cinnamon Rolls. He’s gotchu!
What Bakers Are Saying
“One feeding and it was ready to go! Excellent rise and flavor.” — Patricia
“More active than my old starter and gave me a more open crumb.” — Dennis
Plan Ahead for Holiday Magic
The secret to holiday bakes that wow? Start now. Getting to know Larry before the season ensures he’s in sync with your kitchen — so when it’s time to bake for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s, you’re working with a starter that’s as strong as your ambitions.
