It’s hard to believe how quickly this special season has passed. What began as a simple hope to meet a few of you along the way turned into something so much more meaningful—filled with smiles, stories, and shared moments that I will treasure for years to come. And now, as one chapter gently closes, another begins with The Maslin Method Baking School.
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Table of Contents
A Quick Glance
- A heartfelt wrap-up of the San Antonio stop on my book tour
- The joy of meeting so many of you in person and signing your books
- Reflections on this special season of connection and gratitude
- An introduction to my brand-new series: The Maslin Method Baking School
- A peek at what’s ahead as we begin this exciting new journey together
Wrapping Up The Modern Pioneer Pantry Book Tour
San Antonio was the perfect way to bring The Modern Pioneer Pantry book tour to a close. There is something so special about that city—the warmth, the hospitality, and most of all… the people.
Seeing so many of you come out to visit, to share your stories, and to bring your books for me to sign truly touched my heart. These weren’t just quick exchanges—they were meaningful conversations. Moments where we connected over traditional foods, family recipes, and the simple joy of creating a cozy home.
The Joy of Personalizing Your Books
One of my favorite parts of the entire tour has been personalizing your books. Taking a moment to write your name, a little note, and a closing with a blessing—I hope it turned your cookbook into something more. Something lasting.
Each book I signed felt like a small piece of this journey we’re all on together. And I want you to know how much that means to me.
A Grateful Heart
As I reflect on this tour, I feel such deep gratitude. What started as sharing recipes has grown into a beautiful community of sweet friends who care about nourishing their families and creating traditional foods kitchens.
Thank you for being part of this journey with me!
Introducing The Maslin Method Baking School
As one season ends, another begins—and I am so excited to share this with you.
A New Chapter Begins
As you see from the last few public videos, I’ve been working on something very special…a way to bring all that I’ve learned about traditional baking, ancient grains, and simple methods into one place.
And that’s how The Maslin Method Baking School was born.
What Is The Maslin Method?
At its heart, the Maslin Method is about simplicity, flexibility, and returning to the way our ancestors baked.
It’s about blending flours—working with what you have on hand—rather than feeling tied to a single type of grain. It’s about understanding your ingredients, not being intimidated by them.
And most importantly, it’s about building confidence in your kitchen, one baked good at a time.
What You Can Expect in This Series
In this new series, I’ll be walking you step-by-step through:
- How to begin baking successfully with whole grain flours
- Creating your own Maslin flour blends
- Understanding how different grains behave
- Simple, approachable recipes to build your skills
- Encouragement every step of the way
This is not about perfection. It’s about progress… and joy… and rediscovering the beauty of baking in a way that feels natural and nourishing.
A Journey We’ll Take Together
Just like the book tour, this isn’t something I’m doing alone. We’re doing this together.
Whether you’re brand new to baking or have been at it for years, there is always something new to learn—and I’m so excited to walk alongside you in this next season. Here are the first three videos in the curated playlist I created for The Maslin Method Baking School series:
- What Is The Maslin Method? The Best Approach to Baking with Whole Grains!
- The Maslin Method: How to Bake Bread That Is NOT Defective!
- How to Bake The Modern Pioneer Flagship Maslin Hearth Loaf (Detailed recipe)
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The Modern Pioneer Cookbook
Seasonal ingredients, traditional techniques, and nourishing recipes. Over 85 traditional, from-scratch recipes! Discover for yourself how you can use simple ingredients and traditional techniques to cook the modern pioneer way.
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The Modern Pioneer Pantry
Simple ingredients, timeless techniques, and a well-stocked pantry. Discover over 100 nourishing recipes to preserve food and turn pantry staples into delicious, homemade meals. Build a wholesome, traditional pantry—just like a modern pioneer!
Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy
My comprehensive vodcasts are exclusively available to members of the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy, who we call Kitchen Pioneers. You can learn more about my optional YouTube membership community, including members-only videos and exclusive perks.
This membership community is optional. I’m still publishing my detailed instructional cooking videos on my public YouTube channel that you can watch for free. (Thanks so much for being a Sweet Friend and subscriber!)
Join the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy
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Catch up on some of the videos in our membership community that you may not have seen:
- Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy video playlist (Optional Membership Community)
Kitchen Academy Videos
Why We Should Incorporate Mackerel Into Our Diet
Easy and nourishing ways to enjoy mackerel into your meals.
The Gentle Power of Fermented Beverages—All Year Long
Learn how fermented beverages gently support digestion year-round, shifting with the seasons to nourish the gut through traditional, living drinks.
How to Make Oatmeal Higher in Protein (The Old-Fashioned Way)
Turn simple oats into a hearty, protein-rich porridge.
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