Whether you’re craving a crusty sourdough boule, a pillowy slice of milk bread or a sweet pastry to share with a special someone, Jacksonville’s artisan bread scene is rising.
Across neighborhoods like Murray Hill, Baymeadows, Springfield and others, family-owned bakeshops and chef-driven bakeries are crafting loaves with stone-ground flours, long fermentation times and recipes rooted in tradition.
It’s estimated that more than 312,000 artisan bakeries were operating last year in the U.S. and Canada. Fresh breads and pastries accounted for most of their baked goods, according to Market Growth Reports research data updated in October…