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So what are you waiting for, pop on your apron and toque, grab some flour and eggs from the cupboard (or chicken coup!) and bake to support <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PortumnaCamogie/" target="_self">Portumna Camogie Club.</a> All baking welcome by the Club!&nbsp;&nbsp;
Would you like to learn more about how we came to love baking? Let's start at the very beginning. A very good place to start.....
In the earliest days of human civilisation, people discovered that when grain was crushed and mixed with water, it could be made into a dough and baked over a fire.&nbsp;

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This was the humble beginning of baking.

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As civilisations developed, so did baking. Egyptians were among the first to discover leavening agents, which helped their bread rise and become lighter.&nbsp;
The Greeks and Romans also made significant contributions to baking, with the Greeks being known for their honey cakes and the Romans for their cheesecake and breads.

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During the Middle Ages, baking became a highly specialised skill. Bakers formed guilds and worked together to regulate the quality of bread and prevent fraud.&nbsp;

The first baking schools were established, and bakers were required to serve long apprenticeships before they could become masters of the craft.

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In the 18th and 19th centuries, the Industrial Revolution brought about significant changes in baking.&nbsp;
Machines were invented to knead dough and mix ingredients, allowing for mass production of baked goods.&nbsp;
The first commercial bakeries were established, and bread became more affordable for the average person.

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The 20th century saw even more changes in baking. Home baking became more popular as women gained more free time and the necessary ingredients became more widely available.&nbsp;
The development of chemical leavening agents like baking soda and baking powder made it easier for people to bake at home.

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Today, baking is a multi-billion dollar industry that encompasses everything from artisanal bread to mass-produced cakes and cookies.&nbsp;
There are countless baking shows and competitions on TV, and people around the world are passionate about creating and enjoying baking.

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As baking continues to evolve and change, one thing remains the same: the joy and satisfaction of creating something delicious from scratch.&nbsp;
Whether it's a loaf of bread or a fancy layer cake, baking is a timeless tradition that brings people together and fills our homes with the comforting aroma of fresh-baked goods.
So what are you waiting for, pop on your apron and toque, grab some flour and eggs from the cupboard (or chicken coup!) and bake to support <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PortumnaCamogie/" target="_blank">Portumna Camogie Club!</a>&nbsp;

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