The Simple Beauty of Using a Traditional Rye Basket
If you've ever walked into a rustic bakery and wondered how they get those perfect, floury rings on their loaves, you're likely looking at the work of a rye basket. These aren't just decorative items for a farmhouse kitchen, though they definitely look the part. For anyone who's serious about baking—or just someone who appreciates a piece of history you can actually use—a coiled rye straw basket is one of those low-tech tools that just works better than the modern alternatives. ...