If you have any friends who like to make bread, I’d also bet they have some they’d happily gift you!
You caneasily make your own starter to make an artisan-style loaf using flour and water, or you can buy it online or from specialty stores. If you have any friends who like to make bread, I’d also bet they have some they’d happily gift you! Head to my guide for freezing sourdough starter if you want to store your starter for longer periods of time!