What began as nourishment for her family has become a small-batch bakery rooted in local grains and community connection.

Jani Hershberger's sourdough journey began with a family starter and rose into something much bigger.

At Heritage Bread Co., slow fermentation and freshly milled grains create breads worth gathering around the table for.

Eat Local is an occasional series celebrating the bakers, makers and growers who define Stark County's flavor and spirit. Get to know the people whose craft gives our community its distinct flavor.

What began as a quest to make nutritious bread for her family has grown into a beloved home business for Jani Hershberger of Canton, founder of Heritage Bread Co.

Six years ago, she began feeding a 9-year-old sourdough starter gifted from her sister, Ti

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