Tidal Loaf ILM
Wilmington’s Artisan Sourdough Bakery
At Tidal Loaf, I create handcrafted, small-batch sourdough bread and baked goods, made fresh in my home kitchen right here in Wilmington, NC. Every loaf is naturally fermented, using simple, high-quality ingredients and traditional techniques to bring you the perfect balance of flavor, texture, and nourishment.
Handcrafted Sourdough, Baked with Care
What We Offer
At Tidal Loaf, you’ll find a variety of naturally leavened sourdough creations, including:
Classic Sourdough Loaves – A beautifully crisp crust with a soft, tangy crumb
Sourdough Bagels – Great for breakfast
Sourdough Focaccia – Light, airy, and topped with customizable ingredients
Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls & Sweet Treats – A naturally leavened take on classic favorites
Seasonal Specials – Rotating flavors and unique bakes throughout the year
Creations
Tidal Loaf Menu
Classic Sourdough
$10
A naturally fermented, crusty loaf with a soft, tangy crumb. Including only the most simple ingredients of four, water, and salt. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying with butter.
Sourdough Bagels
$9/4-pack
Our hand-rolled, naturally leavened sourdough bagels have the perfect balance of chewiness and crispness, with a deep, complex flavor you won’t find in store-bought bagels. Each batch is slow-fermented for 24+ hours, giving them that signature tangy taste and soft, chewy interior.
Painted Sourdough
$13
Our Painted Sourdough loaves are as beautiful as they are delicious! Each loaf is hand-painted with natural, edible colors. These one-of-a-kind creations are perfect for special occasions, gifts, or simply treating yourself to a stunning, handcrafted loaf.
Floral Designs – Delicate, hand-painted flowers using organic food coloring.
Seasonal Themes – hearts, snowflakes, or custom holiday designs.
Personalized Loaves – Custom patterns, names, or messages upon request.
Pretzel Bites
$6/dozen
Soft, chewy, and perfectly golden brown, our Sourdough Pretzel Bites bring together the deep, tangy flavor of sourdough with the irresistible texture of a classic pretzel. Naturally fermented for a rich, complex taste, these bite-sized treats are great for snacking, dipping, or sharing!
Sourdough with Inclusions
$15
For those who love extra flavor and texture in their bread, our sourdough with inclusions is the perfect choice! These loaves feature high-quality ingredients mixed right into the dough, creating unique, flavorful combinations that elevate every bite.
Cheddar & Jalapeño Sourdough – A bold blend of sharp cheddar and diced jalapeños for a cheesy, slightly spicy kick.
Rosemary & Roasted Garlic Sourdough – Infused with fresh rosemary and slow-roasted garlic for a fragrant, savory loaf.
Olive & Herb Sourdough – Briny Kalamata and green olives combined with fresh thyme and oregano for a Mediterranean twist.
Cinnamon Sugar Sourdough – A lightly sweet, cinnamon-infused loaf with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar crust. Perfect toasted with butter.
Focaccia
$12
Our Sourdough Focaccia is a light, airy, and flavorful bread with a crisp, golden crust. Naturally leavened and slow-fermented, this Italian classic is infused with olive oil and baked to perfection, making it the perfect side for any meal or a delicious snack on its own.
Bread Selection
For Everlasting Moments and Taste
Nulla at ligula nibh. Mauris gravida lobortis viverra. Pellentesque urna quam, volutpat eget felis ac, malesuada blandit quam. Class aptent taciti sociosqu ad litora torquent per.
How We Work
Making Sweet Things Happen
Fresh Ingredients
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus.
Old Recipes
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus.
Quality Check
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus.
Sweet Result
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus.
Come discover our new menus and get special a discount!
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Vivamus consectetur ligula lacinia.
Our 10 special types of bread that you must try this month
Quisque porta massa vel tellus facilisis tempor. Etiam ultricies blandit accumsan. Suspendisse sed elit nulla. Sed pulvinar, ante a dignissim pretium arcu purus.
Our Team
Professional Bakers
Blog Posts