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NAOMI DUGUID's avatar

Bravo Tommy... Gt the word out, shout out loudly!

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Marial Shea's avatar

A sourdough bakery that's regularly selling at farmer's markets now has a brick-and-mortar shop in East Van. I won't name it. I went into the shop one day and asked about the whole grain content of their breads. I have type 1 diabetes and the amount of whole grain makes a huge difference to my blood sugar. The counter staff didn't know, so they asked someone to come out from the kitchen. They didn't know either. No one in the bakery could tell me the percentage of whole-grain to white flour in their loaves! Nor do they use organic flour. Oh, how I wish you could sell at the markets!

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Sofia Villalon's avatar

I’m sorry about the market 😩 this work is a long journey, stay motivated to bring more nutritious bread and pastries to your community. I’m always learning so much from this perspective now being removed from restaurants. Nonetheless so important. Red fife donut sounds like a project for me :)

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Guillermo Anderson's avatar

Go Tommy! Go Whole Grains! Unfortunately choosing, buying, baking, and selling isn't enough for now, but the connections are happening. You will be pleased with your efforts.

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Sarah Blanchette's avatar

Agree wholeheartedly!

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S. Corbridge's avatar

It's really disheartening how grains get a bad rep, especially keeping it brown and whole. We've got to get it out there how special and nutritious they are. Keep fighting and appreciate the letter.

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