As a bakery in a winter sports town, we try to keep up not only with the start and end of the snow season but also with familiar faces who might pass through our doors. We also love talking about notable vegans who show that it’s possible to do anything on a plant-based diet.  Here’s our list of 4 skiers and snowboarders you may not have known were vegan. 1. Seba Johnson Seba Johnson started skiing very young. At 14, she competed in Calgary in the 1988 Winter Olympic games in the women’s Giant Slalom, becoming not only the youngest alpine ski racer in Olympic history but also the world’s ..read more

If you’re not on our email list (sign up on our homepage!) or missed our announcement videos on Facebook or Instagram, we’re so excited to be writing a sourdough and vegan baking book with Penguin Random House! What is Penguin Random House? With a rich history dating back to the 1800s, Penguin Random House (PRH)’s expansive publishing portfolio contains 70,000 digital and 15,000 print titles and 100,000 eBooks annually for readers of all ages. It counts over 80 Nobel Prize laureates and hundreds of the world’s most widely read authors. Headquartered in New York City with operations in over 20 ..read more

Did you know that November is World Vegan Month? Although it’s celebrated worldwide, not many people identify as vegan. However, more people may know about Veganuary, which takes place in January. And you absolutely do not need to be vegan to take part. The holidays are approaching quickly! We thought we’d give you a rundown of what Veganuary is, so you can think about getting involved in just over a month’s time. What is Veganuary? Founded by Jane Land and Matthew Glover (co-founder of VFC), the first Veganuary event took place in January 2014. In 2015, the project registered 12,800 sign-ups ..read more

At BReD, we focus on doing several things well: sourdough loaves, cinnamon rolls, and other baked goods and comforting beverages. While we don’t venture too far away from our tried and true staples, it’s fun to pay attention to and learn about a few cool trends in baking. With winter soon approaching, we thought we’d share a few of these baking trends—don’t forget to make them plant-based! 1. Croffles Croissant waffles, also known as “croffles,” emerged as the newest street food in Korea, and it’s exactly what you’re thinking: a croissant roll pressed in a waffle maker. Anyone who bakes croiss ..read more

Oats are a type of cereal grain that you’re probably used to eating for breakfast. Oatmeal is delicious, nutritious and filling, but oats are great for more than just porridge. They are extremely versatile, making a great base for savoury and sweet recipes. For bakers, oats are a staple of their pantry since they can use them in just about everything! But oats come in various forms, each best suited for a different purpose. Let’s explore this gluten-free whole grain and how you can make the most of oats in baking. Benefits of oats Oats are incredibly healthy whole grain food that are a source ..read more

We’re always thrilled to see media that features BReD. This season, Brighde Reed featured the Sea to Sky region in an article titled “Vegan from Sea to Sky” for Global Vegan Magazine. We were elated (although not surprised!) to be featured in their restaurant roundup. Here’s the excerpt that features our region: Sea to Sky region The Sea to Sky area has a few all-vegan restaurants and many more that are vegan-friendly. Nearly every month, I learn that a new restaurant is opening up and they have included some amazing vegan options. While Whistler is a resort town and there are restaurants galo ..read more

Besides the start of snow season in early November, Whistler’s arts and culture scene transitions from summer to fall. We’ve rounded up a list of six awesome events to check out in Whistler this fall. 1. BC premiere of Anywhere From Here Skiing is unquestionably one of the most diverse recreational pursuits imaginable. By the time lifelong skiers reach middle age, they’ve dabbled in or dedicated themselves to a myriad of facets within the sport. Each facet provides an entirely new set of experiences, thrills, challenges, and rewards. Matchstick Productions’ 2022 ski film explores this world of ..read more

If you didn’t already know, BReD is proud to be a 100% plant-based bakery. That means we use no animal products in our baked goods—we’ve even saved the lives of about two dozen animals since inception! An important part of vegan baking is using plant-based butter. Here’s our roundup of our favourite vegan butters that make our baked goods taste delectable! Please note, prices are approximate. 1. Miyoko’s Spreadable Cultured Vegan Oat Milk Butter Crafted with a hint of sea salt, the cultured flavour of this vegan butter meets spreadable convenience. What we love: it’s non-GMO and lactose, glute ..read more

We’re not against holidays at BReD, but we feel we have a responsibility to educate people on where some traditions come from that we may not be too proud of today. Thanksgiving in the United States (the fourth Thursday in November) originated with a three-day feast in 1621 between the Wampanoag Natives and colonizers who arrived in (modern-day) Plymouth, Massachusetts after a long voyage from England. Canadian Thanksgiving (celebrated the second Monday in October) began in 1859 when Protestant leaders called on the government to create a day for giving thanks.  While gratitude should be ..read more

As you may remember from last year’s B Corp post, we said we wanted to be a certified B Corporation because our mission has always been to have a bigger impact than simply baking incredibly tasty sourdough. BReD is a company that puts people, planet, and animals top of mind: “We have always wanted to do more than just do business, so we injected our ethics into it from the beginning,” explains Co-Founder Natasha Tatton.  We’re proud to announce that in July, we achieved our B Corp certification! What does it mean now that BReD’s a certified B Corporation? In order for a company to obtain ..read more