Alvarado Street Bakery

Organic sprouted grain bread, baked differently since 1977

Organic sprouted whole grain bread and bagelsPetaluma, CAFounded 1977

Products

  • Alvarado Street Bakery — Whole Wheat Bread

    Whole Wheat Bread

    The top-selling sprouted whole wheat loaf

  • Alvarado Street Bakery — Sourdough Bread

    Sourdough Bread

    Slightly tangy, with a house-made starter

  • Alvarado Street Bakery — Flax & Chia Thin Sliced Bread

    Flax & Chia Thin Sliced Bread

    Thin-sliced loaf with flax and chia seeds

  • Alvarado Street Bakery — No Salt Added Multigrain Bread

    No Salt Added Multigrain Bread

    Multigrain loaf made with no added salt

  • Alvarado Street Bakery — Everything Bagels

    Everything Bagels

    Sprouted wheat bagels in everything seasoning

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About Alvarado Street Bakery

Alvarado Street Bakery bakes organic breads and bagels with sprouted whole wheat berries as the first ingredient, sprouting the grain at the bakery before turning it into a mash for each loaf. The range covers sliced loaves, thin-sliced breads, sourdough and seasoned bagels. Since 1977, the bakery has been run in Petaluma, California, as a cooperative fully owned by the employees who bake and package the bread.

Good to know

Answered by Alvarado Street Bakery.

  • Where is the bakery?

    In Petaluma, California, in Sonoma County. The bakery started in Northern California in 1977.

  • What is sprouted whole wheat bread?

    Bread made from whole wheat berries that are soaked and left to germinate at the bakery, then made into a mash used in every product.

  • Does sprouted wheat taste different?

    Yes. It brings out a natural sweetness and nutty flavor, with a soft, tender crumb.

  • Are the breads organic?

    Yes. All breads and bagels are USDA Certified Organic and made with non-GMO ingredients.

  • Are the breads vegan?

    Yes. They are made without animal-derived ingredients.

  • Do you use artificial preservatives or flavors?

    No. The breads are made without artificial preservatives, artificial flavors or unnecessary additives.

  • Which allergens are never used in the bakery?

    Peanuts, tree nuts, eggs and dairy are never used in the bakery facility.

  • Can I freeze the bread?

    Yes. The breads and bagels stay soft after freezing and thawing.