August First — Phil Merrick and Jodi Whalen opened shop on August 1, 2009, with the goal of nourishing their community. From seven grain to seeded baguette to country French sourdough, these European-style loaves are baked with love.
Other Finalists (Inside Chittenden County)
- Great Harvest Bread Co.
- Klinger’s Bread Company
- Knead Bakery
- O Bread Bakery
Red Hen Baking Co. — Nibble a flaky croissant while watching bakers work, or sit down with soup and a sandwich. Breads and pastries are made with grains sourced from within 150 miles of the bakery.
Other Finalists (Outside Chittenden County)
- Elmore Mountain Bread
- Red House Sweets
- Rupert Rising Breads
- Slowfire Bakery
This article appears in Seven Daysies 2019.
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