At Queen Street Bakery, we love Superfoods. In fact, we love them so much, we use them as the base of every single one of our products. But what exactly does “superfood” mean, and why do we use them? We will be covering all of that and more in today’s blog post from Queen Street Bakery’s Nutrition team. WHAT IS A "SUPERFOOD"? The term “superfood” is generally used to describe nutrient-rich foods that can provide health benefits. While there is no specific set of criteria required to classify a food as a superfood, this broad term is generally used to refer to foods that have a higher level of ..read more

Here at Queen Street Bakery, we offer a variety of thoughtfully crafted bagels and loaves made to please your tastebuds and boost your nutrition. We select only the best, nutrient dense ingredients that work in harmony to develop beautiful doughs and even better baked products. Baking is a complex and scientific process that involves perfectly balancing ingredients to enjoy their flavour and functional benefits. A key player in this process is sugar!   Why is There Sugar in My Bread? For some background, we use a touch of natural sugars like pure maple syrup or agave syrup in our bagels a ..read more

In recent years, there has been growing attention and scepticism surrounding seed oils, with some people even advocating to avoid them completely. Most of the conversation online stems from concerns of these oils having inflammatory effects. But is this true? And what does inflammatory even mean? That’s where Queen Street Bakery’s nutrition team comes in, we’re going to separate fact from fiction and explore some of the science behind these claims. We’ll also explore the oils we add to our products and why. While we don’t add seed oils to our products, it’s important to dive into the science ..read more

If they say the key to their heart is garlic, make them these this Valentine's Day. With a dough made from just 2 ingredients you probably already have at home, these simple garlic knots are just what you need!   This recipe features our Queen Street Bakery 1-for-1 Superfood Baking Flour - the perfect gluten-free substitute for regular wheat flour in all your favourite recipes. Made with two naturally gluten-free superfoods; millet seed and sorghum, this flour gives you 2x the fibre and 3x the iron of regular wheat flour, so you can feel good about every bite.   Now, l ..read more

Looking for a fun (& delicious) Valentine's Day activity for you and your love (or bestie, or mom, or just yourself!)? Look no further. We've transformed the perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe into a Valentine's Day themed treat. So grab a bowl, your favourite flour blend, and let's get to work!   This recipe features our Queen Street Bakery 1-for-1 Superfood Baking Flour - the perfect gluten-free substitute for regular wheat flour in all your favourite recipes. Made with two naturally gluten-free superfoods; millet seed and sorghum, this flour gives you 2x the fibre ..read more

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Whether you or someone you know is living with diabetes, or you are simply seeking insights, Queen Street Bakery’s nutrition team is here to provide clarity and community. Understanding Diabetes Diabetes is a health condition involving high blood sugar levels. It happens when the body either doesn’t make enough insulin (a hormone that regulates blood sugar) or can’t effectively use the insulin it makes. There are three types of diabetes as well as prediabetes. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition that is not preventable. It’s when the body ..read more

Pumpkin Spice? Cinnamon Roll? Single Serve? Gluten Free??? This recipe is all of our favourite things in one, and it's soon to be yours too.   This recipe features our Queen Street Bakery 1-for-1 Superfood Baking Flour - the perfect gluten-free substitute for regular wheat flour in all your favourite recipes. Made with two naturally gluten-free superfoods; millet seed and sorghum, this flour gives you 2x the fibre and 3x the iron of regular wheat flour, so you can feel good about every bite.   Now, let's get to the good stuff. Without further ado, here's the recipe you ..read more

It’s that time of year again! The smell of pumpkin spice and apple pie fill the air as we prepare for the kick-off to the holiday season. For many, time with friends, family, and loved ones, often means getting together to share a meal. This beautiful tradition can sometimes be stressful, especially when your loved ones have allergies you aren’t sure how to accommodate. That’s where we come in.     We have put together a guide to hosting an Allergy-Friendly Thanksgiving that’s sure to help you have a stress-free holiday season. Read on for our Top 5 Tips for Hosting an Allergy-Fri ..read more

Pumpkin spice and everything nice. Just like fall should be. Looking for a reason to crack open a can of orange gold (aka pumpkin)? Look no further. Tuck into these delicious Pumpkin Spice Scones. They're gluten-free & vegan, but you'd never know it. Perfectly moist, delightfully spiced, and just down right delicious. You're going to want to make these.   This recipe features our Queen Street Bakery 1-for-1 Superfood Baking Flour - the perfect gluten-free substitute for regular wheat flour in all your favourite recipes. Made with two naturally gluten-free superfoods; mi ..read more

Be honest, when was the last time you had fresh pasta? This recipe is simple to make, fun for the whole family, and delicious! Not to mention packed with superfood ingredients like Millet, Sorghum, and Spinach to give you great nutrition along with delicious taste. Here's your sign to make some this weekend.   This recipe features our Queen Street Bakery 1-for-1 Superfood Baking Flour - the perfect gluten-free substitute for regular wheat flour in all your favourite recipes. Made with two naturally gluten-free superfoods; millet seed and sorghum, this flour gives you 2x the ..read more