Bread and Morale
Seamus emphasizes that sourdough is all about technique, likening the basic ingredients to juggling—it's what you do with them that matters. He challenges the notion that ancient breads were inferior, arguing that skilled bakers could recreate delicious loaves using historical methods. Additionally, he highlights the importance of nutrition for laborers, suggesting that a well-fed workforce was crucial for morale, especially when moving massive stones for monumental constructions.In this clip
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