Boudin Bakery, steeped in history, was established during the Californian Gold Rush by Isidore Boudin, a French immigrant. Known for its unique sourdough bread, the bakery has stayed true to its roots by avoiding commercial yeast in favor of traditional methods. The sourdough starter's origin is part of its lore, possibly either from a gold prospector or brought from France, thriving on San Francisco's characteristic airborne yeast. Over the years, Boudin has contributed to the city’s culinary identity, becoming a symbol of cultural persistence amidst change.
Boudin Bakery, founded during the Gold Rush by French immigrant Isidore Boudin, is renowned for its distinctive sourdough, stubbornly adhering to traditional methods for nearly two centuries.
The bakery's famed sourdough starter, rumored to have originated from a gold prospector or traveled with Isidore from France, embodies the unique yeast culture of San Francisco.
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