Veit Bach

Baker and miller in Germany

Veit Bach - Baker and miller in Germany
Born

None
None years ago

Died

March 8th, 1619
406 years ago — None years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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Established a renowned baking legacy in Germany during the 16th century. Contributed to the craft of baking with a focus on quality and technique. Influenced future generations of bakers, including descendants who continued the family tradition. His practices and recipes were part of the culinary landscape of the time.

Developed traditional German bread recipes

Founded a lineage of bakers and millers

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