My daily bread... Well… it finally happened. Patio Season has officially arrived at Rise. I rounded the corner at 3am on Friday morning and there it was. The patio had shown up sometime in the middle of the night, and I honestly could not wipe the smile off my face.We hauled out every table and stool we could find, pieced it together as fast as possible, and hoped for the best. And you know what? You all took to it immediately. Pizza Friday, the patio was full of people soaking up the...
13 days ago • 10 min read
My daily bread... How on earth is it already May long weekend?I had the extra day this weekend, and somehow here I am on a Monday afternoon racing to get this newsletter written before heading over to my family’s place for a bbq steak early dinner. Don’t worry - bread is proofing as I write, all is well. We’ve got two different loaves happening tomorrow and with it being a short week, do take a peek at the sourdough schedule because there are a few changes. So this week’s update is going to...
19 days ago • 5 min read
My daily bread... After the incredible birthday celebration we had last Friday for RISE turning two, I’ve found myself reflecting a lot this week. And honestly, it feels a little bit like raising a child. People always joke about the “terrible twos,” but maybe this stage isn’t terrible at all. Maybe it’s the stage where curiosity takes over. Where everything is touched, explored, climbed on, tested, pulled apart, and rebuilt again because the world is still brand new. The first year was a...
27 days ago • 7 min read
My daily bread... Oh my gosh… wasn’t that a party? Friday absolutely flew by in the best possible way. The room was buzzing, the coffee was flowing, and thanks to a little help from Mother Nature, we spilled right out onto the sidewalk. It was one of those truly perfect Alberta days—sunshine, fresh air, tables outside, and all of you gathered around. Seeing so many of you come through to celebrate two years of Rise with us… it meant more than I can say. I hope you grabbed something delicious,...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
My daily bread... Well… Alberta decided to remind us who’s boss this weekend. After teasing us with thoughts of spring, Saturday arrived with a full-blown snowstorm - blowing sideways, piling up fast, the kind of weather that makes you question every hopeful thought you had about patio season. It has snowed all day here on Sunday as well, and I know many of us are more than ready to turn the page. The good news? Better weather is on the horizon. And around here, we know how quickly things can...
about 1 month ago • 6 min read
My daily bread... How did we race through April this quickly? One minute we were talking about spring, and now somehow we are already staring down the last Friday of the month - which can only mean one thing at Rise… Cinnamon Bun Friday is coming this week. Soft sourdough milk buns, warm cinnamon-caramel goodness, and cream cheese icing. If you know, you know and I highly suggest you get these babies pre-ordered! For all of the new faces joining us here - welcome. A little Rise secret worth...
about 2 months ago • 6 min read
My daily bread... Welcome to another week at Rise 💛 Spring in Alberta always likes to keep us guessing. One day the sun is shining, the sidewalks are clear, and it feels like we’ve finally turned the corner… and the next, a little wind and a touch of snow remind us that winter hasn’t quite let go. But here we are, closing in on the middle of April, playing that familiar little game called spring. The good news? The snow is mostly gone, the paths are easier to wander, and you can feel the...
about 2 months ago • 6 min read
My daily bread... Welcome back, everyone, and a happy Easter Monday to all who were celebrating this weekend. Rise was closed today for the holiday, but not entirely quiet - I was in the kitchen this morning getting bread underway so that we will have fresh baked Super Seed Multigrain Sourdough ready for you Tuesday morning. I hope this long weekend gave you a little time to slow down, gather with family and friends, chase a couple of Easter bunnies, and maybe even find an egg or two along...
2 months ago • 5 min read
My daily bread... Here we are - somehow already at the doorstep of April. March is certainly reminding us how she likes to leave. As the old saying goes, “March comes in like a lamb and goes out like a lion.” I always remember hearing that growing up, and after the beautiful weather we had at the beginning of the month, I had a feeling winter might have one last little roar before stepping aside for spring. It has turned a bit chilly again, but there’s something about this time of year that...
2 months ago • 7 min read