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Menu planning can quietly become one of the most exhausting parts of running a sourdough microbakery. What starts as creativity and variety can slowly turn into decision fatigue, over‑prep, and unnecessary stress. In this episode of The Bread Winner Podcast , I walk through a new, more intentional approach to menu planning that I’m using this year—one that creates consistency without sacrificing customer excitement or revenue. This post breaks down that strategy in a clear, practical way. If...

A fresh approach to annual planning that’s simple, sustainable, and effective January is one of my favorite months for microbakery business planning—not because it’s busy (it’s usually slower), but because that breathing room gives us a chance to think. A chance to really lay the groundwork for the year ahead. In this post, I want to share a different kind of annual planning—one that actually works for the reality of running a sourdough microbakery. If you've ever created a beautiful plan in...

Welcome to a new year. I’m so glad you’re here. As I wrapped up December and stepped into January, I knew I wanted to slow down and take a good, honest look at what worked, what didn’t, and what I want more of in 2026. December wasn’t flashy, but it was steady—and that consistency told me something important: the business is growing beyond seasonal peaks. That’s what we’re after. If you're looking to create a sourdough microbakery that's sustainable, intentional, and designed to serve your...