Dark Rye Rising: How Lithuanian Bread Traditions Are Winning Over America's Sourdough Crowd
Move over, San Francisco sourdough — there's a darker, earthier loaf stealing the spotlight in artisan bakeries and home kitchens across the country. Lithuanian dark rye bread, rooted in centuries of Baltic fermentation wisdom, is quietly becoming the obsession of whole-grain bakers who want more than just a pretty crumb. We're breaking down why this ancient loaf deserves a permanent spot on your cutting board — and how you can bake one yourself.