Hi sourdough fans, I am taking a break this week to visit with family, but wanted to update you for the fall season! On Saturday mornings from 7:30am – 11:00am I will be selling bread and pastries at the Miami County Farmer’s Market hosted by Casa Somerset in Paola. Casa Somerset 16315 W 287th St […]
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Sourdough Baking Crash Course!
During this uncertain and frustrating time as we isolate ourselves from our community the silver lining is that we have the opportunity to connect in new ways and continue to grow. I’ve been asked by several people to share my method for baking sourdough bread, so I’ve put together a series of 3 videos and […]
January Bread Drop!
Hello friends! Thank you so much to everyone who has asked when the next bake will be. I am planning the first bread drop for Au Contraire in 2020 on Friday, January 31st! For this drop I will be offering 4 kinds of bread – White Sourdough – $8 The classic white loaf of crusty […]
Christmas Breads!
I will be doing a Christmas drop of two kinds of sourdough bread on Monday, December 23rd! I will be baking regular white sourdough and rosemary garlic sourdough. Both loaves will have a poinsettia pattern on them (picture to follow) and are $8 each. Please place orders through my email address: aucontrairekc@gmail.com and include a […]
Closed for Thanksgiving Weekend
A huge Thank You to everyone who ordered pumpkin loaves for Thanksgiving! I hope they liven up your tables and taste delicious with your dinners. I will not be taking any orders through this weekend, as we’ll be busy with family gatherings, so I’ve temporarily taken down the ordering page to avoid confusion. I will […]
Miami County Fall Farm Tour
I am covering every surface in dough getting ready for the Farm Tour this weekend! I’ll be participating on Saturday, 10/19, at Casa Somerset in Paola. There will be a mini farmer’s market set up at this beautiful bed and breakfast, with some of our fantastic local organic growers. The Farm Tour is such a […]
Sourdough and Gluten Allergies
I’ve been asked a lot recently about whether or not sourdough can be eaten by those with a gluten allergy. There seems to be a rumor going around that sourdough is a good gluten-free alternative. Here are the facts: Sourdough bread is not gluten free. It’s made with wheat flour, and as yet there is […]
Welcome to Au Contraire!
We are a home bread bakery fulfilling special orders on a weekly basis! Our menu is posted weekly. Please check back for our weekly bake menu and place your order via email or direct message on our social media sites. Your order will be ready for you at the pickup site – payment can be […]
