Breadquarters News
"KILLER LIGHT" BREADS RENAMED "THINS", HAVE FEWER CALORIES
We've got some exciting news to share! We changed the name of our "Killer Light" breads to "Thins!" They're still low-calorie versions of our popular sellers, but 21 Whole Grain "Thins" is now 60 calories per slice and Good Seed "Thins" is now 70 calories. We feel the name change will help call more attention to these products, especially their low-calorie attributes. Look for the new packaging to hit the market this week.
50,000 KILLER BREAD HEADS PHOTO CONTEST
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DAVE'S KILLER BREAD EXPANDS TO DENVER MARKET
Denver Area Safeway Customers Rejoice
MEDIA CONTACT:
Dan Letchinger
503-335-8077x320, dan@daveskillerbread.com
Portland, Ore., Dec. 4th, 2012 – Dave's Killer Bread announces the expansion and availability of their breads to Colorado and Denver area Safeway, King Soopers, and City Market stores. The expansion schedule to Safeway will roll out over a period of days, based on the following schedule:
| Address | City | State | Zip | Date | ||||
| 3325 28th Street | Boulder | CO | 80301 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 2798 Arapahoe | Boulder | CO | 80302 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 4800 East Baseline Road | Boulder | CO | 80302 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 1601 Coalton Road | Superior | CO | 80027 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 6775 West 120th Avenue | Broomfield | CO | 80020 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 3602 W. 144th Ave. | Broomfield | CO | 80020 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 3333 Arapahoe Road #b | Erie | CO | 80516 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 1632 Hover Road | Longmont | CO | 80501 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 1050 Ken Pratt Boulevard | Longmont | CO | 80501 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 8134 Colorado Blvd | Firestone | CO | 80520 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 1535 Main Street | Windsor | CO | 80550 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 1426 E. Harmony Road | Fort Collins | CO | 80525 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 2160 West Drake Road Unit 6 | Fort Collins | CO | 80521 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 460-a South College | Fort Collins | CO | 80524 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 2321 West Eisenhower | Loveland | CO | 80537 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 451 East Wonderview Avenue | Estes Park | CO | 80517 | 26-Nov | ||||
| 757 East 20th Avenue | Denver | CO | 80205 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 6220 East 14th Avenue | Denver | CO | 80220 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 560 Corona Street | Denver | CO | 80218 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 3110 East First Avenue | Denver | CO | 80206 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 1653 S. Colorado Boulevard | Denver | CO | 80222 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 7150 Leetsdale Drive | Denver | CO | 80224 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 1677 S. Havana | Aurora | CO | 80012 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 6460 East Yale Ave. | Denver | CO | 80222 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 4950 East Hampden Avenue | Denver | CO | 80222 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 18730 East Hampden Ave. | Aurora | CO | 80013 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 20153 E. Smoky Hill Road | Centennial | CO | 80015 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 7375 Arapahoe Road | Centennial | CO | 80112 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 8200 South Quebec | Centennial | CO | 80111 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 9229 East Lincoln Ave. | Lonetree | CO | 80129 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 11051 South Parker Road | Parker | CO | 80134 | 27-Nov | ||||
| 2660 North Federal Boulevard | Denver | CO | 80211 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 3800 West 44th Ave | Denver | CO | 80211 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 7561 West 80th Avenue | Arvada | CO | 80003 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 3900 Wadsworth Blvd | Wheat Ridge | CO | 80033 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 9160 West Colfax | Lakewood | CO | 80215 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 13111 West Alameda Parkway | Lakewood | CO | 80228 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 11088 West Jewell | Lakewood | CO | 80226 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 1701 Jackson Street | Golden | CO | 80401 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 3851 South Highway 74 | Evergreen | CO | 80439 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 27152 Main St | Conifer | CO | 80433 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 5025 South Kipling | Littleton | CO | 80127 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 12442 W. Ken Caryl Ave. | Littleton | CO | 80127 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 8355 N Rampart Range Road | Littleton | CO | 80125 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 9255 S. Broadway | Highlands Ranch | CO | 80129 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 181 W. Mineral Ave | Littleton | CO | 80120 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 201 East Jefferson | Englewood | CO | 80110 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 2150 South Downing | Denver | CO | 80210 | 28-Nov | ||||
| 880 South Perry Street | Castle Rock | CO | 80104 | 29-Nov | ||||
| 624 Highway 105 | Monument | CO | 80904 | 29-Nov | ||||
| 840 Village Center Drive | Colorado Springs | CO | 80919 | 29-Nov | ||||
| 2890 No Powers | Colorado Springs | CO | 80922 | 29-Nov | ||||
| 1920 South Nevada Avenue | Colorado Springs | CO | 80905 | 29-Nov | ||||
| 3275 West Colorado Avenue | Colorado Springs | CO | 80904 | 29-Nov | ||||
| 1101 E. U.s. Highway 24 | Woodland Park | CO | 80863 | 29-Nov | ||||
| 232 G Street | Salida | CO | 81201 | 29-Nov | ||||
| 681 Horizon Drive | Grand Junction | CO | 81506 | 29-Nov | ||||
| 2001 Grand | Glenwood Springs | CO | 81601 | 30-Nov | ||||
| 2131 North Frtge Road West | Vail | CO | 81657 | 30-Nov | ||||
| 1008 N. Summit Blvd | Frisco | CO | 80443 | 30-Nov | ||||
| 40 County Road 804 | Fraser | CO | 80442 | 30-Nov | ||||
| 37500 East U.s. Highway 40 | Steamboat Spring | CO | 80477 | 30-Nov | ||||
| 554 North Third Street. | Laramie | WY | 82070 | 1-Dec | ||||
| 300 Se Wyoming Blvd | Casper | WY | 82609 | 1-Dec | ||||
| 2120 Mount Rushmore Rd | Rapid City | SD | 57701 | 1-Dec | ||||
| 730 Mountain View Road | Rapid City | SD | 57701 | 1-Dec | ||||
| 1606 North Avenue | Spearfish | SD | 57783 | 1-Dec | ||||
Dave's Killer Bread will be available in the following King Soopers and City Market stores beginning Tuesday, December 11th:
| Store Name | Address | City | State |
| King Soopers | 9731 W. 58th Ave. | Arvada | CO |
| King Soopers | 8031 Wadsworth Blvd. | Arvada | CO |
| King Soopers | 12350 W. 64th Ave. | Arvada | CO |
| King Soopers | 15200 West 64th Ave | Arvada | CO |
| King Soopers | 8055 Sheridan Blvd | Arvada | CO |
| City Market | 711 E. Cooper Ave | Aspen | CO |
| King Soopers | 3190 S. Parker Rd. | Aurora | CO |
| King Soopers | 4271 S. Buckley Rd. | Aurora | CO |
| King Soopers | 6412 South Parker Road | Aurora | CO |
| King Soopers | 18211 E. Hampden Ave | Aurora | CO |
| City Market | 0072 Beaver Creek Pl. | Avon | CO |
| King Soopers | 6550 Lookout Rd. | Boulder | CO |
| King Soopers | 3600 Table Mesa Dr. | Boulder | CO |
| King Soopers | 1650 30th St | Boulder | CO |
| City Market | 400 North Park Ave. | Breckenridge | CO |
| King Soopers | 500 E. Bromley Lane | Brighton | CO |
| King Soopers | 12167 Sheridan Blvd | Broomfield | CO |
| King Soopers | 1150 Hwy 287 | Broomfield | CO |
| King Soopers | 2355 W. 136th Ave. | Broomfield | CO |
| City Market | 438 S. Hwy. 24 | Buena Vista | CO |
| City Market | 1051 Highway 133 | Carbondale | CO |
| King Soopers | 100 Founders Pkwy. | Castle Rock | CO |
| King Soopers | 7284 Lagae Road | Castle Rock | CO |
| King Soopers | 750 Ridge Road | Castle Rock | CO |
| King Soopers | 19711 E. Smoky Hill Rd. | Centennial | CO |
| King Soopers | 5050 E. Arapahoe Rd. | Centennial | CO |
| King Soopers | 7575 S. University Blvd. | Centennial | CO |
| King Soopers | 8200 S. Holly St. | Centennial | CO |
| King Soopers | 3702 Dell Range Blvd | Cheyenne | WY |
| King Soopers | 1750 W. Uintah St. | Colorado Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 815 Cheyenne Meadows Rd. | Colorado Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 3570 Hartsel Drive | Colorado Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 1070 W. Baptist Rd | Colorado Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 6030 Stetson Hills Blvd | Colorado Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 9225 N. Union Blvd. | Colorado Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 3620 Austin Bluffs Pkwy | Colorado Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 3250 Centennial Blvd. | Colorado Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 15051 East 104th Ave | Commerce City | CO |
| King Soopers | 25637 Conifer Road | Conifer | CO |
| City Market | 508 E. Main St. | Cortez | CO |
| King Soopers | 1331 N. Speer Blvd. | Denver | CO |
| King Soopers | 1355 Krameria St. | Denver | CO |
| King Soopers | 3100 S. Sheridan Blvd. | Denver | CO |
| King Soopers | 825 S. Colorado Blvd. | Denver | CO |
| King Soopers | 6470 E. Hampden Ave. | Denver | CO |
| King Soopers | 1155 E. 9th Ave. | Denver | CO |
| King Soopers | 890 S. Monaco Pkwy. | Denver | CO |
| King Soopers | 2750 S. Colorado Blvd. | Denver | CO |
| King Soopers | 2810 Quebec Street | Denver | CO |
| City Market | 300 Dillon Ridge Road | Dillon | CO |
| City Market | 6 Town Plaza Shpg. Ctr. | Durango | CO |
| City Market | 3130 Main Ave. | Durango | CO |
| City Market | 0103 Market Street | Eagle | CO |
| City Market | 250 East Valley Road | El Jebel | CO |
| King Soopers | 101 Englewood Pkwy. | Englewood | CO |
| King Soopers | 3495 S. University Blvd. | Englewood | CO |
| King Soopers | 1173 Bergen Pkwy. | Evergreen | CO |
| King Soopers | 6110 Firestone Blvd | Firestone | CO |
| King Soopers | 1015 S. Taft Hill Rd. | Fort Collins | CO |
| King Soopers | 2325 S. College Ave. | Fort Collins | CO |
| King Soopers | 4503 J.F.K. Parkway | Fort Collins | CO |
| King Soopers | 2602 So. Timberline Road | Fort Collins | CO |
| King Soopers | 1842 N. College Ave | Fort Collins | CO |
| City Market | 135 S. Plum St. | Fruita | CO |
| King Soopers | 4600 Leetsdale Dr. | Glendale | CO |
| City Market | 1410 S. Grand Ave. | Glenwood Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 17171 S. Golden Rd | Golden | CO |
| City Market | 200 Rood Avenue | Grand Junction | CO |
| City Market | 630 24 Road | Grand Junction | CO |
| King Soopers | 2100 35th Ave. | Greeley | CO |
| King Soopers | 6922 10th Street | Greeley | CO |
| King Soopers | 6000 So. Holly Street | Greenwood Village | CO |
| King Soopers | 4910 S. Yosemite St. | Greenwood Village | CO |
| City Market | 880 N. Main St. | Gunnison | CO |
| King Soopers | 2205 West Wildcat Reserve Parkway | Highlands Ranch | CO |
| King Soopers | 9551 S. University Blvd. | Highlands Ranch | CO |
| King Soopers | 4000 Red Cedar Drive | Highlands Ranch | CO |
| King Soopers | 8673 South Quebec St. | Highlands Ranch | CO |
| City Market | 215 6th Street | Hotchkiss | CO |
| King Soopers | 480 N. Hwy. 287 | Lafayette | CO |
| King Soopers | 1927 S. Wadsworth Blvd. | Lakewood | CO |
| King Soopers | 12043 W. Alameda Pkwy. | Lakewood | CO |
| King Soopers | 1545 S. Kipling Pkwy | Lakewood | CO |
| King Soopers | 1555 Quail St. | Lakewood | CO |
| King Soopers | 7984 W. Alameda Ave | Lakewood | CO |
| King Soopers | 11747 W. Ken Caryl Ave. | Littleton | CO |
| King Soopers | 6760 S. Pierce St. | Littleton | CO |
| King Soopers | 9820 W. Belleview Ave. | Littleton | CO |
| King Soopers | 100 Littleton Blvd. | Littleton | CO |
| King Soopers | 8126 S. Wadsworth Blvd. | Littleton | CO |
| King Soopers | 7901 So. Broadway | Littleton | CO |
| King Soopers | 2255 N. Main St. | Longmont | CO |
| King Soopers | 995 S. Hover Street | Longmont | CO |
| King Soopers | 1611 Pace St. | Longmont | CO |
| King Soopers | 1375 S. Boulder Rd. | Louisville | CO |
| King Soopers | 253 E. 29th St. | Loveland | CO |
| King Soopers | 1275 Eagle Drive | Loveland | CO |
| City Market | 425 S. Main St. | Moab | UT |
| City Market | 16400 S. Townsend Ave. | Montrose | CO |
| City Market | 165 Country Center Drive | Pagosa Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 12959 S. Parker Rd. | Parker | CO |
| King Soopers | 17031 Lincoln Ave | Parker | CO |
| King Soopers | 3050 W. Northern Ave. | Pueblo | CO |
| King Soopers | 102 W. 29th St. | Pueblo | CO |
| City Market | 1320 Railroad Ave. | Rifle | CO |
| City Market | 1001 Thompson | Road Granby | CO |
| City Market | 1825 Central Park Plz. | Steamboat Springs | CO |
| King Soopers | 3801 E. 120th Ave. | Thornton | CO |
| King Soopers | 13700 Colorado Blvd. | Thornton | CO |
| City Market | 2109 N. Frontage Road | West Vail | CO |
| King Soopers | 9983 Wadsworth Pkwy. | Westminster | CO |
| King Soopers | 10351 Federal Blvd. | Westminster | CO |
| King Soopers | 3400 Youngfield St. | Wheatridge | CO |
| King Soopers | 5301 W. 38th Ave. | Wheatridge | CO |
| King Soopers | 1520 Main St. | Windsor | CO |
| City Market | 777 Gold Hill Place | Woodland Park | CO |
DAVE'S KILLER BREAD AND NATUREBAKE MERGE UNDER DAVE'S KILLER BREAD BRAND
Marking A Milestone In The Company's Growth, All Bread Will Now Be Dave's Killer Bread
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Dan Letchinger
503-335-8077x320, dan@daveskillerbread.com
Lindsay Yale
503-810-5902 , lindsayy@gradybritton.com
Portland, Ore., November 5, 2012 – When Glenn Dahl asked his brother Dave – fresh out of prison for the fourth time in 20 years and looking for a clean start – to channel his creative energy into formulating new bread varieties for NatureBake, he had no idea it would take the family business into the next phase of its growth. Now, after seven years, 16 varieties, and distribution in 10 states, the company will merge all products under the popular Dave's Killer Bread brand.
"I was hoping Dave's new breads would reinvigorate NatureBake and appeal to a broader customer base of healthy bread lovers, but I had no idea how successful we would be," said Glenn Dahl. "Just as our dad started Midway Bakery in the 1950s and changed his company to NatureBake to fit the needs of his customers, we're changing too, to keep this company going strong and meeting the needs of our customers."
Two of the most popular NatureBake breads – Oregon Grains and Spelt – will undergo some exciting makeovers before adopting the Dave's Killer Bread standard, such as becoming vegan (like the rest of the DKB breads) and, in the case of Spelt, being thin-sliced to appeal to a low-calorie fan base. Spelt will be renamed Svelte Spelt. The rest of the NatureBake bread varieties will be discontinued starting on January 1, 2013.
The NatureBake and DKB operations, including staff, have been combined for years, so no jobs will be affected. Employees, one-third of whom are ex-cons like Dave, will focus their efforts on producing more of the DKB breads.
DKB has grown rapidly in seven years, evolving from four varieties sold at a weekly booth at the Portland Farmer's Market by Dave and Shobi Dahl (Glenn's son), to 16 varieties sold in grocery chains across 10 states, including Costco and Safeway stores in Hawaii. Southern California most recently joined the KillerBreadHead community, with more regions in the queue for expansion.
Known for its trademark explosion of seeds and delicious chewiness, Dave's Killer Bread is equally well known for the struggles faced by Co-Founder and President Dave Dahl, who battled depression and emerged from a life of crime to become one of the most celebrated bread artisans on the West Coast.
"Glenn took a big chance on me – and it wasn't the first time," Dave Dahl said. "I know our dad would be proud of how we've grown this company and how happy our bread makes people. It's a legacy we're proud to continue."
For more information on this change, please visit NatureBake's website.
###DAVE’S KILLER BREAD NOW AVAILABLE IN ALL CALIFORNIA SAFEWAY AND 200+ VONS STORES
Southern Californian’s demands are met with the 4 top-selling varieties
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Dan Letchinger
503-335-8077x320, dan@daveskillerbread.com
Lindsay Yale
503-810-5902 , lindsayy@gradybritton.com
Portland, Ore., Aug.21, 2012 – After overwhelming demand, Dave’s Killer Bread, the Northwest’s signature sandwich bread, is now available across California in Safeway and Vons stores. All Safeway locations and more than 200 Vons locations statewide now carry the top 4 best-selling varieties of Dave’s Killer Bread: Good Seed, 21 Whole Grains, Powerseed, and Blues Bread. All Vons stores in California are slated to have the bread in stock by this fall.
Demand from Southern Californians, in particular, has been heavy since the bread was introduced in Safeway stores in Northern California in September 2011. They are currently also in all WinCo and Cash & Carry stores across the state.
“Our numerous California Facebook fans have been literally begging us to expand beyond Northern California over the past year,” said co-founder and president Dave Dahl. “I love their enthusiasm, and can’t wait to meet more of them as we start doing demos in Safeway and Vons stores throughout the state.”
Known for its trademark explosion of seeds and delicious chewiness, Dave’s Killer Bread is equally well known for the struggles faced by Dahl, who battled depression and emerged from a life of crime to become one of the most celebrated bread artisans on the West Coast.
Upon learning that Dave’s Killer Bread, which boasts 16 total varieties including the fan favorite Sin Dawg, would be available throughout the state, California Facebook fans expressed their happiness, with one fan writing:
“You have NO IDEA (sic) how happy I am!!! My brother lives in the NW, and introduced me to DKB – I’ve had to order it by mail…and now, I can just jog on down to Vons to get it – hurray!”
The line of wholesome, nutritious bread has expanded rapidly since it was first introduced to hungry Portlanders at the Portland Farmer’s Market in 2005. It can now be found in major grocery chains, including Costco Warehouses in many states, from Alaska to Hawaii and Montana to Arizona. Dahl and his team hope to expand further East in the coming years.
The first in-store demos will be held at the Vons store in Corona on Friday, Aug. 24, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. (535 McKinley St.), and in Lake Elsinore on Sunday, Aug. 26, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (31564 Grap St). For more information and listings for other sampling events, please visit http://www.daveskillerbread.com/events-media/calendar.html or the Dave’s Killer Bread Facebook page.
About Dave’s Killer Bread
Dave’s Killer Bread bakes organic, whole grain bread products sold throughout the Western United States at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is to make the world a better place, one loaf of bread at a time. Founded by Dave Dahl, his brother Glenn, and nephew Shobi, the mission of Dave’s Killer Bread is to bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise, as well as to contribute positively to the community and create a respectful and enjoyable place for its employees to work.
In 2011, Dave’s Killer Bread was ranked by Inc. Magazine as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.” In addition, the company also received both the “Ethics in Business Award” from The Portland Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University; and the “2011 Local Hero Award” from Edible Portland Magazine in the Food Artisan category. To learn more about Dave's Killer Bread and Dave's inspiring journey from convict to bread guru, visit www.daveskillerbread.com.
###KILLER SANDWICH SHOWDOWN CROWNS A KING
Gregory Gourdet Takes The Prize With His Winning Killer Sandwich
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Dan Letchinger
503-335-8077x320, dan@daveskillerbread.com
Lindsay Yale
503-810-5902 , lindsayy@gradybritton.com
Portland, Ore., Aug 6, 2012 – After a tense culinary battle featuring some of the brightest and innovative chefs in Portland, Gregory Gourdet of Departure Restaurant and Lounge emerged victorious in the first-ever Killer Sandwich Showdown. His creation—a double decker porkstrami with pork pate, spicy salami, duck confit, duck egg, heirloom tomato, white kimchee, and field greens—wowed our guest judges and beat out sandwiches from the People’s Sandwich and Grilled Cheese Grill. As part of the competition, all three chefs were required to purchase ingredients from the Portland Farmers Market that day.
Over a hundred people flocked to the Portland Farmers Market to witness Gourdet’s triumph in the Killer Sandwich Showdown, the first of its kind, and a celebration of the 7-year anniversary of Dave’s Killer Bread being launched at the Portland Farmers Market. Second place was awarded to Matt Breslow of Grilled Cheese Grill. He made a delicious French toast with chopped Sin Dawg and nut grain bread with goat cheese chevre, chopped sage, Tails and Trotters pancetta, and bruleed sliced peaches. Third place went to Steve Carder of People's Sandwich with his awesome smoked salmon Monte Cristo with grilled cauliflower and rhubarb jam.
About Dave’s Killer Bread
Dave’s Killer Bread creates organic, whole grain bread products sold throughout the Western United States at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is to make the world a better place, one loaf of bread at a time. Founded by Dave Dahl, his brother Glenn, and nephew Shobi, the mission of Dave’s Killer Bread is to bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise, as well as to contribute positively to the community and create a respectful and enjoyable place for its employees to work.
In 2011, Dave’s Killer Bread was ranked by Inc. Magazine as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.” In addition, the company also received both the “Ethics in Business Award” from The Portland Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University; and the “2011 Local Hero Award” from Edible Portland Magazine in the Food Artisan category. To learn more about Dave's Killer Bread and Dave's inspiring journey from convict to bread guru, visit www.daveskillerbread.com.
###DAVE ROCKS THE 2012 BLUES FEST
A Rockin Way To Give To Charity
MEDIA CONTACT:
Dan Letchinger
503-335-8077x320, dan@daveskillerbread.com
ALOHA! DAVE"S KILLER BREAD LANDS IN HAWAII
Dave’s Killer Bread Says Aloha to Hawaii Costco Members
MEDIA CONTACT:
Dan Letchinger
503-335-8077x320, dan@daveskillerbread.com
Portland, Ore., July 24, 2012 – Hawaii Costco members can now find Dave’s Killer Bread in all seven of Costco’s Hawaiian Warehouses. Double packs of Dave’s 21 Whole Grains bread landed on store shelves on July 16th.
Known for its trademark explosion of seeds and delicious chewiness, Dave’s Killer Bread is equally well known for the story of its founder, Dave Dahl, who battled depression and emerged from a life of crime to become one of the most celebrated bread artisans on the West Coast.
“We’ve come a long way from our start at the Farmer’s Market in Portland, Oregon, seven years ago. Now our bread has landed in paradise,” said Dahl. “I can’t wait for the Hawaiian Costco members to a get taste of our signature Northwest bread, and for those visiting mainlanders to get a taste of home in between Mai Tais and snorkeling trips.”
The line of wholesome, nutritious bread first came to the islands in Safeway stores in early May. The company hopes to continue its expansion to other stores throughout the islands, and is expanding in other mainland states as well. The bread will be more widely available in Southern California in late summer.
Dave’s Killer Bread will host demos in each Hawaii Costco starting this Saturday and Sunday, and will continue through the end of September. A full list of demo times and locations can be found on the Dave's Killer Bread: calendar.
About Dave’s Killer Bread
Dave’s Killer Bread creates organic, whole grain bread products sold throughout the Western United States at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is to make the world a better place, one loaf of bread at a time. Founded by Dave Dahl, his brother Glenn, and nephew Shobi, the mission of Dave’s Killer Bread is to bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise, as well as to contribute positively to the community and create a respectful and enjoyable place for its employees to work.
In 2011, Dave’s Killer Bread was ranked by Inc. Magazine as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.” In addition, the company also received both the “Ethics in Business Award” from The Portland Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University; and the “2011 Local Hero Award” from Edible Portland Magazine in the Food Artisan category. To learn more about Dave's Killer Bread and Dave's inspiring journey from convict to bread guru, visit www.daveskillerbread.com.
###JOIN US FOR OUR FIRST CALIFORNIA EVENT!
California To Get A Taste Of Heaven
MEDIA CONTACT:
Dan Letchinger
503-335-8077x320, dan@daveskillerbread.com
DAVE'S KILLER BREAD/NATUREBAKE RAISES $4,475 IN THE FIGHT AGAINST MS!
Exercise Helps A Great Cause
MEDIA CONTACT:
Dan Letchinger
503-335-8077x320, dan@daveskillerbread.com
Portland, Ore. – April 16, 2012 – We are pleased to report a fantastic success with the 2012 MS Walk. We offer our special thanks to everyone who participated in the walk this past Saturday. Dave's Killer Bread / NatureBake raised a total of $4,475 for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society! Woo hoo!
###DAVE DAHL, PRESIDENT AND CO-FOUNDER OF DAVE’S KILLER BREAD, WILL SHARE HIS STORY OF REDEMPTION WITH TEENS IN MERIDIAN
The “Killer” bread team will also host sampling events at Fred Meyer and Rosauers in Meridian April 14-15
MEDIA CONTACT:
Dan Letchinger
503-335-8077x320, dan@daveskillerbread.com
April 13: Speaking Events
Location: Meridian Academy
Time: 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Address: 2311 E. Lanark Street, Meridian, Idaho
On-site Contact: Dustin Barre, Principal - (208) 855-4315
Location: Eagle Academy High School
Time: 1 – 2 p.m.
Address: 100 S. Academy Ave., Eagle, Idaho
On-site Contact: James Buschine, Principal - (208) 350-4220
April 14: Sampling Event
Location: Fred Meyer
Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Dave will be present 12 – 2 p.m.)
Address: 1850 East Fairview Ave, Meridian, Idaho
April 15: Sampling Event
Location: Rosauers
Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Dave will be present 12 – 2 p.m.)
Address: 2986 North Eagle Road, Meridian, Idaho
During the sampling events, all varieties of Dave’s Killer Bread will be discounted by $1.00. At each event, Dave and the “Killer” bread team will be sampling items from the full line of organic, whole grain products (16 varieties), including the new Good Seed Halos (bagels). In addition, the team will have Dave’s Killer Bread Coloring and Activity Books on hand for the younger fans, Dave’s Killer Bread t-shirts, and other promotional merchandise.
Dave practices his vision of "making the world a better place, one loaf of bread at a time," by speaking to and inspiring groups of at-risk youth, prisoners, business leaders, and a variety of other organizations. He believes that the only way to really keep growing is to share the great lessons he has learned. “At Dave’s Killer Bread, we strive to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Sharing my story with people who find value and inspiration in it is what inspires me,” said Dahl.
Dahl grew up working in his parents’ Portland bakery, a small producer of natural and healthy breads, rolls, and cookies. Although it was never officially diagnosed, Dave struggled with severe depression, leading him down a road of crime and incarceration. The turning point came in 2001, about 3.5 years into his last sentence, when he discovered the strength of humility and the courage to ask for help. When he was released from prison in 2004, Dave reconnected with his brother, Glenn, who had taken over the family bakery business. Glenn gave Dave a chance to come back to the family business, and shortly thereafter Dave’s Killer Bread was born. He tells an abbreviated version of this story on the back of each bread package, ending with, "a whole lot of suffering has transformed an ex-con into an honest man who is doing his best to make the world a better place, one loaf of bread at a time." This heartfelt statement has helped guide the once small bakery through years of explosive growth. The company currently employs 260 people, one third of which are ex-felons like Dahl.
About Dave’s Killer Bread Dave’s Killer Bread bakes and distributes organic, whole grain bread products throughout the Western United States at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is "to make the world a better place, one loaf of bread at a time." Founded by Dave Dahl, his brother Glenn, and nephew Shobi, the mission of Dave’s Killer Bread is “to bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise," as well as "to contribute positively to the community and create a respectful and enjoyable place for our employees to work." In 2011, Dave’s Killer Bread was ranked by Inc. Magazine as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.” In addition, the company also received both the “Ethics in Business Award” from The Portland Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University; and the “2011 Local Hero Award” from Edible Portland Magazine in the Food Artisan category. To learn more about Dave's Killer Bread and Dave's inspiring story visit www.daveskillerbread.com.
###ROCK ON! DKB EXPANDS TO MORE WINCO FOODS AND COSTCO LOCATIONS
We Love Getting The World's Best Bread To More Locations
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2330 Highway 93 N
Kalispell MT 59901-2547
Missoula
3220 N. Reserve St
Missoula MT 59808-1338
Billings
2290 King Avenue West
Billings MT 59102-7415
Bozeman
2505 Catron Street
Bozeman MT 59718-7993
Helena
2195 E Custer Ave
Helena MT 59602-1217
Check out this lineup for WinCo! Good Seed, 21 Whole Grains, Blues Bread, Power Seed, Good Seed Halos (bagels), and our favorite rocker Sin Dawg are now available at these WinCo Foods locations:
WinCo Foods #1054969 Kitsap Way
Bremerton, WA 98312
WinCo Foods #108
330 W. Bell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85023
WinCo Foods #109
5850 W. Bell Road
Glendale, AZ 85308
DAVE’S KILLER BREAD OXO-BIODEGRADABLE BAG STATEMENT
The Company Moves From Oxo-Biodegradable Plastic To Recycling
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Portland, Ore. – February 29, 2012 – Late in 2008, we began evaluating an oxo-biodegradable plastic for our bread bags. Oxo-degradable plastics, like traditional plastics, are made primarily from natural gas and petroleum, but producers of this type of plastic claim that when placed in the environment, it breaks down into carbon dioxide and small carbon chains that can be consumed by bacteria. Naturally, we were interested in learning more.
Many oxo-biodegradable plastics are not recyclable, which was a big concern for us. After some investigation, we determined that the particular plastic we were looking at had been verified by a third party to be recyclable. We also verified that this new plastic would have no effect on the food product that it was enclosing, and that the FDA had approved it for packaging. With all of these items checked off, we made the change and we were selling bread in oxo-biodegradable bags by early 2009.
Over the next few years, we received a lot of feedback about our choice to use oxo-biodegradable plastic. Most was positive; some was negative. In January of 2012, we had a meeting with David Allaway from the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. He helped us to look at the situation from a new perspective.
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality contends that if oxo-biodegradable plastic degrades in a low- or no-oxygen environment, methane will be produced. Methane is a very potent greenhouse gas that is far worse than carbon dioxide. Our landfills in Oregon do not provide much oxygen past the very top layer, so any degradation of our oxo-biodegradable plastic bags would emit methane. And on top of that, it isn’t clear whether or not the oxo-biodegradable bags would actually degrade with the landfill conditions found in the Northwest.
Given that on one hand the additive might have no function (if the bags don’t degrade in our landfills), and on the other there was the potential for additional methane to be released into the atmosphere (if they do degrade in our landfills), we decided that there was little upside to using oxo-biodegradable bags. The only possible upside left was if bread bags were being littered (and we sure hope ours aren’t) they would degrade in the open environment. In addition to these concerns, some plastic recyclers have expressed serious reservations about our oxo-biodegradable plastic bags because of concerns over their effect on the long term viability of products containing recycled oxo-biodegradable plastic.
Once our current run of printed oxo-biodegradable plastic bags are used up, we will convert all of our bread bags back to regular plastic film. We hope that we can convince you to either reuse or recycle bread bags once you have eaten your bread. They make great lunch bags, freezer over-wrap bags, and pet excrement disposal bags (just to name a few uses). Or recycle them at anywhere that recycles plastic film, such as New Seasons Markets.
### Download Press ReleaseRETURNING TO ITS ROOTS, DAVE’S KILLER BREAD COMMITS TO BEING A SEASON SPONSOR OF THE PORTLAND FARMERS MARKET FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW
Local bakery, which sold its first batch of loaves at Portland Farmers Market in 2005, supports nutrition incentive program for SNAP participants through sponsorship
Portland, Ore. – March 12, 2012 – Dave’s Killer Bread is proud to announce that it will return as a 2012 season sponsor of the Portland Farmers Market. In August of 2005, Dave’s Killer Bread was first introduced to the public at the Portland Farmers Market’s “Summer Loaf” artisan bread festival. Since then, the Milwaukie, Oregon based company has expanded considerably, with products available at a variety of grocery stores across the Western United States. As a way of showing continued support of farmers markets and remaining involved in this excellent community organization, Dave’s Killer Bread is excited to participate in the kick-off of the inaugural Winter Market beginning Saturday, January 7th. Dave’s Killer Bread will be sampling and selling from their full product line, including the new Good Seed Halos (bagels).
Dave’s Killer Bread is proud to announce that it will return as a 2012 season sponsor of the Portland Farmers Market. In August of 2005, Dave’s Killer Bread was first introduced to the public at the Portland Farmers Market’s “Summer Loaf” artisan bread festival. Since then, the Milwaukie, Oregon based company has expanded considerably, with products available at a variety of grocery stores across the Western United States. As a way of showing continued support of farmers markets and remaining involved in this excellent community organization, Dave’s Killer Bread is excited to participate in the kick-off of the inaugural Winter Market beginning Saturday, January 7th. Dave’s Killer Bread will be sampling and selling from their full product line, including the new Good Seed Halos (bagels).
In addition to supporting the Portland Farmers Market, Dave’s Killer Bread will donate 25% of sales generated during their market appearances to Fresh Exchange, a nutrition incentive program for SNAP participants. Last year, Dave’s Killer Bread proudly donated over $5,000 to the Fresh Exchange token matching program. This corresponds to helping 1,000 low-income residents purchase fresh food and vegetables for their families at farmers markets, while still supporting local farmers and food producers. “The fact that Dave’s Killer Bread started out as a vendor at our markets makes having them as a sponsor especially poignant. We are so pleased to welcome them back as a sponsor for the second year, but what’s really touching is how they whole-heartedly support the Fresh Exchange token matching program for SNAP recipients. Between those two areas combined, we are proud to have them as our top contributing sponsor,” said Trudy Toliver, Executive Director of the Portland Farmers Market. “Fresh Exchange allows our markets to match up to $5 for SNAP participants, which increases the buying power of low income folks and supports our local farmers,” added Toliver.
According to Dave Dahl, President of Dave’s Killer Bread, the success of the brand would not have been possible without the seven years of support from the Portland Farmers Market. “My team and I couldn’t wait to go to the markets every week. It was such a great experience to sell our breads, meet customers face-to-face, and tell the story behind our products. Portland Farmers Market has helped launch many local food businesses. It is such a special organization that we want to continue to support as a sponsor,” said Dave Dahl, President of Dave’s Killer Bread. “It is a full circle, true success story and a partnership that we are extremely proud of,” said Toliver.
About Dave’s Killer Bread
Dave’s Killer Bread bakes and distributes whole grain bread products throughout the Northwest United States at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is "to make the world a better place one loaf of bread at a time." Founded by Dave Dahl, older brother Glenn and nephew Shobi, the mission of Dave’s Killer Bread is to "bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise," as well as "contribute positively to the community and creating a respectful and enjoyable place for our employees to work." In 2011, the company was ranked by Inc. 5000 as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.”; was given the “Ethics in Business Award” by The Portland Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University; and the “2011 Local Hero Award” by Edible Portland in the Food Artisan category in Portland, OR. Dave’s motto says it all, “just say no to bread on drugs,” which means organic ingredients with no preservatives. Visit www.daveskillerbread.com for more information.
About Portland Farmers Market
Founded in 1992, Portland Farmers Market operates vibrant farmers markets that contribute to the success of local food growers and producers, strengthen the food economy, and serve as community gathering places. The independently-run local 501(c)6 nonprofit which receives no ongoing support from government agencies employs five full-time and four part-time employees who manage seven weekly farmers’ markets in the Portland area year round. More than 670,000 shoppers purchased farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, seafood, baked goods and other specialty foods from more than 250 vendors generating almost $8 million in sales in 2011. In addition to operating markets, Portland Farmers Market also serves as an incubator for emerging businesses, a leader of the local food movement, a source of education, a culinary focal point in the community, a cultural destination complete with musical entertainment, and a billboard for Portland’s sustainability movement. To learn more about how Portland Farmers Market aims to grow, nourish and inspire the community, become a Twitter follower, Facebook fan, blog reader and visit www.portlandfarmersmarket.org.
###WASHINGTON LOVES DKB, AND DKB LOVES WASHINGTON
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DAVE’S KILLER BREAD ANNOUNCES EXPANDED DISTRIBUTION OF ITS ORGANIC WHOLE GRAIN BREADS THROUGHOUT EASTERN WASHINGTON AT MANY MAJOR AND LOCAL MARKETS
SPOKANE, WA. – February 23, 2011 – Dave and the “Killer Bread” team look forward to a Spokane demo tour in Summer of 2012.
Oregon-based organic whole grain bread company Dave’s Killer Bread, uniquely famous in the Northwest for its “Killer Breads” and cinnamon rolls, announces expansion in Spokane and throughout Eastern Washington. Store shelves are now stocked with a wider selection of popular Dave’s Killer Bread varieties including: Good Seed, 21 Whole Grains, Powerseed, Blues, Rockin’ Rye, Robust Raisin breads, Sin Dawg cinnamon rolls, Good Seed Halos (bagels), and Peace Bomb sprouted wheat baguettes...to name just a few.
The Killer Breads will be carried at several chain supermarkets, as well as independently owned local markets in the Spokane and Eastern Washington areas. Each store has handpicked varieties depending on customer demand. Stores currently carrying Dave’s Killer Bread include (but are not limited to):
Fred Meyer stores (statewide)
Safeway stores (statewide)
Cash and Carry stores (statewide)
Rosauers (statewide)
Bakery by the Lake (Coeur d’Alene)
Yokes Fresh Market (statewide)
WinCo stores (statewide)
Costco stores (statewide)
Walmart stores (April 2012)
Visit the online store locator for a complete listing.
Company president and co-founder, Dave Dahl, and the Killer Bread team are scheduled to kick off their infamous demo tour with the Spokane Hoopfest in June of 2012 (agenda announcement to follow). Dave will also share his inspirational story as ex-drug addict and dealer turned whole grain bread innovator with youth at select detention centers and alternative high schools during his visit. During the decade and a half Dave was in prison, he spent time soul searching to unveil his true passion – baking healthy breads. “Sharing my story with people who find value and inspiration in it aligns with our company vision and helps keep me grounded,” said Dahl.
About Dave’s Killer Bread Dave’s Killer Bread bakes and distributes organic, whole grain bread products throughout the Western United States at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is "to make the world a better place, one loaf of bread at a time." Founded by Dave Dahl, his brother Glenn, and nephew Shobi, the mission of Dave’s Killer Bread is “to bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise," as well as "to contribute positively to the community and create a respectful and enjoyable place for our employees to work." In 2011, the company was ranked by Inc. Magazine as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.”; received both the “Ethics in Business Award” by The Portland Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University; and the “2011 Local Hero Award” by Edible Portland Magazine in the Food Artisan category. To learn more about Dave's Killer Bread and Dave's inspiring story visit www.daveskillerbread.com.
###DAVE'S KILLER BREAD AT SEATTLE VEGFEST
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DAVE’S KILLER BREAD WILL HOST A TASTING DEMO AT SEATTLE VEGFEST MARCH 24-25, FEATURING ALL 16 VARIETIES, INCLUDING THE NEW GOOD SEED HALOS
Attendees are invited to visit the “Killer Bread” booth to sample the various products and to receive branded t-shirts and other promo items
PORTLAND, Ore. – March 19, 2012 – Oregon-based organic, whole grain bread company Dave’s Killer Bread, uniquely famous in the Western United States for its “Killer Breads,” announced today that president and co-founder Dave Dahl and the Killer Bread team will host a full product line tasting demo at Seattle VegFest. The festival is an annual two-day healthy vegetarian food event, which will take place March 24 – 25 at the Seattle Center's Exhibition Hall. The event is open to the public.
The Killer Bread team will be sampling items from the full line of organic, whole grain products (16 varieties), including the new Good Seed Halos (bagels). In addition, the team will hand out Dave’s Killer Bread Coloring and Activity Books for the younger fans, Killer Bread t-shirts, and other promotional merchandise.
“Just say no to bread on drugs,” is Dave’s motto, which means organic ingredients with no artificial preservatives. “We’ve participated in the Vegfest since the early days of DKB,” said Dahl. “We always look forward to this great opportunity to connect with some of our most devoted fans.”
About Dave’s Killer Bread Dave’s Killer Bread bakes and distributes organic, whole grain bread products throughout the Western United States at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is "to make the world a better place, one loaf of bread at a time." Founded by Dave Dahl, his brother Glenn, and nephew Shobi, the mission of Dave’s Killer Bread is “to bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise," as well as "to contribute positively to the community and create a respectful and enjoyable place for our employees to work." In 2011, the company was ranked by Inc. Magazine as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.”; received both the “Ethics in Business Award” by The Portland Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University; and the “2011 Local Hero Award” by Edible Portland Magazine in the Food Artisan category. To learn more about Dave's Killer Bread and Dave's inspiring story visit www.daveskillerbread.com.
###DKB SISTER BRAND NATUREBAKE REVOLUTIONIZES LOCAL, LAUNCHES DOCUMENTARY
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Dave's Killer Bread is proud to announce the launch of our suster brand's revolutionary new bread, "Oregon Grains". Grown , processed, and baked within a 100-mile radius, Oregon Grains is leading the way in sustainable economics.
SEE "GOOD SEED" THE DAVE"S KILLER BREAD STORY
The newest release of "Good Seed": The Dave's Killer Bread Story - now available in the "Dave's Story" section of our new website!
GOOD SEED HALOS ARRIVE - THE BAGEL WORLD WILL NEVER BE THE SAME
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Palate Dreams Do Come True! Dave’s Killer Bread Announces the Official Debut of its 100 Percent Whole Grain Seedy Bagel, Recently Named Good Seed Halos by a Local Fan One of the first boiled, whole grain bagels on the market will be sold at many stores the Killer Breads are currently carried
Portland, Ore., November 18, 2011 – Dave’s Killer Bread (“DKB”) proudly announces the official debut of its 100 percent whole grain seedy bagel, the Good Seed Halos.
The Bagels were test marketed this summer at the place it all began, the Portland Farmers Market, where fans cast their votes on the taste and texture of the new super-seedy halos. The bagels are now in stores at many locations the killer breads are currently carried (see store locator) throughout the Northwest United States, such as Safeway, Whole Foods, Metropolitan Markets, Zupan’s, PCC, Fred Meyer, New Seasons, Winco, and many local markets.
Unlike any other shelf bagel, the Good Seed Halos are made with organic whole grains and healthy seeds such as flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds, sweetened with organic molasses and evaporated cane juice. The bagels are boiled before baking, like traditional, New York-style bagels. Official taste-testers of the bagels concluded they are ultra-rich in flavor with a soft chewy texture to create a hardy breakfast, snack or lunch sandwich. Key nutrition facts: 100% Whole Grain, 1590 mg Omega-3 ALA, 15g Protein, 11g Fiber, 300 calories.
"We sold our first loaves of bread back in August 2005 at the Portland Farmers Market, and we are proud to announce that six years later, we introduced our newest product at the market," said Dave Dahl, President, Dave’s Killer Bread. Fans taste-tested and cast their votes on the flavor and textures of the bagels, helping the company refine the bagels to perfection. “We hope our fans and new customers alike enjoy the new halos as much as we do.”
About Dave’s Killer Bread Dave’s Killer Bread bakes and distributes whole grain bread products throughout the Northwest United States at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is "to make the world a better place one loaf of bread at a time." Founded by Dave Dahl, brother Glenn and nephew Shobi, the Dave’s Killer Bread mission is to "bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise," as well as "contributing positively to the community and creating a respectful and enjoyable place for our employees to work." In 2011, the company was ranked by Inc. 5000 as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.”; was given the “Ethics in Business Award” by The Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University; and the “2011 Local Hero Award” by Edible Portland in the Food Artisan category in Portland, OR. Dave’s motto says it all, “just say no to bread on drugs,” which means organic ingredients with no preservatives.
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ON THE HEELS OF INC. 5000 RANKING, DAVE’S KILLER BREAD ANNOUNCES EXPONENTIAL GROWTH AND EXPANSION THROUGHOUT NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
Portland, Ore. –Portland-based organic whole grain bread company, Dave’s Killer Bread, uniquely famous in the Northwest for its “killer” healthy seeded breads and cinnamon rolls, announces expansion throughout Northern California. All community Safeway Stores will carry the breads, beginning with the greater San Francisco and San Jose area stores on Sept 15. Further expansion into Modesto, Sacramento and all other communities in N. Calif. will follow in Oct. and Nov.
All Safeway stores will begin carrying the four popular Dave’s Killer Bread varieties the brand is known for, including: Good Seed, 21 Whole Grains, Powerseed, and Blues breads.
“The team at Dave’s Killer Bread could not be happier about the upcoming expansion into all N. Calif. Safeway stores,” said Dave Dahl, President, Dave’s Killer Bread. “The growth has inspired us to continue creating and baking the “killer” breads that we have become known for in the Northwest. Given recent demand, we look forward to making our products more accessible to fans throughout the West Coast.”
Dave’s Killer Bread was born in Portland, Oregon, six years ago. The breads have grown profoundly in varieties (from 4 to 15) and distribution since its inception - starting at the local Portland Farmers Market and growing throughout the Northwest U.S. by 2008. By year-end 2011, in addition to privately owned local markets, Costco, Winco, Safeway (throughout NW) and Fred Meyer stores, Dave’s Killer Bread products will be carried at Safeway stores (store locator) throughout N. Calif.
“We are thrilled to be able to offer this special bread to our customers,” said Rich Winters, Vice President for Retail Marketing Execution in Safeway’s Northern California division. “We believe our customers will resonate with this great product and it aligns with our focus on health and wellness.”
About Dave’s Killer Bread
Dave’s Killer Bread bakes and distributes whole grain bread products throughout the Pacific Northwest at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is "to make the world a better place one loaf of bread at a time." Founded by Dave Dahl, brother Glenn and nephew Shobi, the Dave’s Killer Bread mission is to "bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise," as well as "contributing positively to the community and creating a respectful and enjoyable place for our employees to work." In 2011, the company was ranked by Inc. 5000 as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.”, the “Ethics in Business Award” by The Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University, and the “2011 Local Hero Award” by Edible Portland in the Food Artisan category in Portland, OR. Dave’s motto says it all, “just say no to bread on drugs,” which means organic ingredients with no preservatives.
DAVE’S KILLER BREAD SIN DAWG DOUBLE PACKS ARRIVE AT COSTCO
Portland, Ore., December 15, 2011
Dave’s Killer Bread (“DKB”) today proudly announced the official launch of the Sin Dawg double pack, containing two 100% whole grain, seeded cinnamon rolls at Costco warehouses in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Utah. The Sin Dawg is the only 100% whole grain cinnamon roll on the market made with organic ingredients.
“The Sin Dawg has been a part of our Costco Road Shows since almost the beginning, but our goal has always been to offer this product to Costco members on a regular basis,” said Dave Dahl, President, Dave’s Killer Bread. ”We recently created the custom double pack for Costco members looking for a family-sized portion at an affordable price, and we are excited that it will now be a featured item on store shelves.” For more information on the Sin Dawg, visit www.daveskillerbread.com/killer-bread/sin-dawg.html.
About Dave’s Killer Bread
Dave’s Killer Bread bakes and distributes whole grain bread products throughout the Northwest United States at leading grocery stores and local markets. The company’s vision is "to make the world a better place one loaf of bread at a time." Founded by Dave Dahl, older brother Glenn and nephew Shobi, the mission of Dave’s Killer Bread is to "bake the highest quality whole grain and organic bread without compromise," as well as "contribute positively to the community and creating a respectful and enjoyable place for our employees to work." In 2011, the company was ranked by Inc. 5000 as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.”; was given the “Ethics in Business Award” by The Portland Rotary Club, Portland Business Journal, and Willamette University; and the “2011 Local Hero Award” by Edible Portland in the Food Artisan category in Portland, OR. Dave’s motto says it all, “just say no to bread on drugs,” which means organic ingredients with no preservatives. Visit www.daveskillerbread.com for more information.
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