Hello Berlin Natural Bakery Family - 

I am really going to try to write out blogs for the website more frequently. I so enjoy communicating with you all and I simply need to prioritize the time to do it! If you want to hear more from me (Nicole the 3rd generation) please comment below! Maybe that will help keep me on it! 🙂

Today, I was thinking a little bit on what you probably already know about us vs. what you don't. 

For instance, I am betting most of you know that we are a Spelt bread bakery located in the heart of Amish Country Ohio and that we bake in small batches. You probably also know that we use super limited ingredients and that we don't use any preservatives or dough conditioners or additives. And, that we're Non GMO Project Verified and we bake exclusively with USDA Organic Spelt flour grown in North America. 

What you might not know is that we actually inspect each loaf of bread and that we stay on the lookout for any super large holes! If a loaf has a big hole in it, we actually set it aside and donate it to a local food pantry here called The Love Center that helps to feed people in need.

If a loaf of bread was significantly compromised (where we actually aren't allowed to sell it) we collect it and donate it to a local farmer in the area who uses it to feed his farm animals! Now that's good eating! 

I know sustainability and food waste are things on many people's hearts and minds and I just wanted to share this small tidbit of what we do to make sure we have as little waste as humanly possible! 

Something people forget about is that switching to fad "sustainable packaging" or opting for materials that may be more eco friendly is SUPER expensive! Especially for the small family businesses who can't leverage buying in incredible bulk. We're the little guys and we're doing all we can to walk through this world with honor and integrity while also surviving! 

Thank you all for going on this journey with me and my family. We could not be more grateful for you. It is beyond an honor to have a small part in feeding you and your families. I truly do not believe I will lose the ability to think of you all and not be completely humbled and in awe. 

All of our love and gratitude always, 

Nicole 
The 3rd Generation of Berlin Natural Bakery 
The little bakery that could! 🙂