cost
Why are wheat berries so expensive?
gas vs. electric oven usage cost
I know most people have a preference for using either gas or electric ovens. For those of you shopping for a new or used one to purchase, I thought I'd point out the basic costs of running them so you can weigh out the pros and cons using your local electricity or gas costs. I'll base this example on the two ovens I use; one is electric and one is gas (LP).
ISO rye flour at a reasonable price
A while back strattor was asking where to find rye flour in NYC. I replied that it was difficult to find in Toronto as well but that there was one store we knew of.
Saving bread with bread
Just a quick question:
Will the recent increase in prices for food and fuel make you want to bake even more?
My kids haven't successfully made the leap to dad's bread from the store stuff, and more than a few kids at school are jealous of the larger than average sandwiches they get. And even if not all of it is homemmade, it is closer for me to ride my bike to the local bakery than to the supermarket. It's not a huge thing, but I'm sure not having to run and drive 4 miles for bread would add up over the summer.
Marc the Wombatq
Cost of flour
I'm frugal. I've watched the cost of flour go up 50% in less than a year. I'm now paying 30¢ a pound (50 lb bag of enriched bleached bread flour from Costco $14.99)
Grain prices to rise due to poor harvests
Bakers and home millers might want to stock up on grain now, as weather problems have significantly reduced the projected wheat harvest. Eventually this will be reflected in consumer prices. Grain keeps well and does not require special storage conditions beyond a cool, dry place. IMHO, any non-white flour should be refrigerated or frozen to preserve flavor.
Price-Cracker for bakers + restaurants: a cost analysis tool
This is a great tool for bakers + restaurant managers.
Ever wondered if you’re getting the right price for your product, PRICE-CRACKER will help you find out.
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