The Sourdough Sidekick automates sourdough starter management, allowing bakers to schedule feedings. Priced at $179.99, it simplifies the process for those who bake frequently while introducing some design challenges.
The Sourdough Sidekick is a new kitchen gadget designed to automate sourdough starter management. It is developed in partnership between FirstBuild and King Arthur Baking Company, aimed at simplifying the process of preparing sourdough bread, a traditionally hands-on task.
Users add a small amount of existing starter, along with flour and water to the device's dispensers. By selecting a baking schedule, the Sidekick offers a drip-feed of ingredients based on local temperature, optimizing the starter's activity for when it is needed.
The product is primarily aimed at home bakers who make sourdough on a regular basis, ideally about twice a week. If used less frequently, users may not justify the cost and space required for the gadget.
The Sourdough Sidekick retails for $179.99 and is available for purchase in the US. While convenient, it faces some usability challenges, including design quirks and a noisy operation. Core parts are not dishwasher-safe, requiring manual cleaning.
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The Sourdough Sidekick automates sourdough starter management, allowing bakers to schedule feedings. Priced at $179.99, it simplifies the process for those who bake frequently while introducing some design challenges.