BREAD WITH BENEFITS - WHERE PEOPLE GATHER AND MEMORIES ARE MADE
Experience Ireland’s Ancient Culinary Artistry Where Heritage and Sustainability Practises Come Together
Collectively known as “the Doctor and the Gentleman baker” Chris Brownlow and his wife ,Sara, a local GP are the team behind Bread with Benefits. Their countryside home lies just a few miles from the historic Hill of Tara nestled within the beautiful Boyne Valley. With an extensive background in food production, Chris has embarked on a fascinating journey incorporating the elements of sourdough bread making while exploring the links between a healthy diet with physical and mental health. Experts in sustainable eating, Chris and Sara invite visitors into their home to share their knowledge in an interesting and immersive way.
About Us
Chris and Sara will bring you on a journey from soil to slice.
Engage in fun and interactive activities where stories are shared, connections are made, and knowledge that will inspire.
Select a date that suits you or don't hesitate to get in touch
What to expect
Your experience with us will include
As well as baking bread your experience will include the following:
- We demystify the sourdough process and there is "no need to knead!"
- Make friends with taking care of your starter
- What are ancient grains and why are they important
- How to fit baking your own bread into a busy day
- Importance of wholegrains in your bread
- Ultra-processed foods-what are they and why they matter
Other activities we offer include:
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Cultured butter making
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No sugar fruit compote
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Sourdough pancakes
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Sourdough pizzas
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Sourdough crackers
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Sweet sourdough
Included in the day will be refreshments on arrival, plant based lunch using Boyne Valley sourced ingredients, no miles salad from the garden and of course some freshly baked bread!
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Where to Find Us
We are located just a few miles from the historic Hill of Tara in the Boyne Valley part of Ireland’s Ancient East.
Our aircode: C15DX80
Google Coordinates: 53.56426,-6.53621
what3words: baked.syndicated.buddy