The Wheat Revolution: What Sets Heritage Grains Apart from Modern Varieties?
Modern wheat and heritage wheat (also known as ancient or heirloom wheat) are two distinct categories of wheat that have significant differences. For good reasons heritage grains are having a real resurgence in popularity. Here are five reasons to try using heritage grains:
Heritage Flour: Old World Flavours for Modern Kitchens!
Heritage flours, also known as heirloom or ancient grains, refer to varieties of grains (wheat, corn, rice, etc.) that have been grown and cultivated for generations, often before the advent of modern agricultural practices and mass production.
These grains are considered to be of historical or cultural significance, and they are valued for their unique flavours, textures, and often, their nutritional profiles. Here are a few notable heritage flours: