All Archives - COBS Bread https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/category/all/ Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:14:42 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://www.cobsbread.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/cropped-favicon-1-32x32.png All Archives - COBS Bread https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/category/all/ 32 32 Sunfish Plaza – Steff’s 4th Bakery https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/sunfish-plaza-steffs-4th-bakery/ Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:38 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=21053 When it comes to fresh, handcrafted baking and a passion for community, few names stand out quite like Steff Steers. Already the proud owner of three thriving COBS Bread bakeries Blackstone, Fairway Plaza, and The Boardwalk. Steff is bringing her signature warmth and dedication to a brand new location. With the opening of her fourth […]

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When it comes to fresh, handcrafted baking and a passion for community, few names stand out quite like Steff Steers. Already the proud owner of three thriving COBS Bread bakeries Blackstone, Fairway Plaza, and The Boardwalk. Steff is bringing her signature warmth and dedication to a brand new location.

With the opening of her fourth COBS Bread bakery, Steff continues to grow her mission of delivering delicious, freshly baked goods to even more neighbourhoods. Her journey has been fuelled by a deep commitment to quality, customer connection, and building strong local teams. Each bakery she opens becomes more than just a place to pick up bread—it becomes a cornerstone of the community. Let’s get to know her a bit better:

Tell us a little bit about yourself

My background was in restaurant management, but my husband and I had always dreamed of having our own business. The timing was right, I saw a COBS social media post about owning a bakery and not knowing what COBS Bread was all about, I went to the website to find out and really loved what I saw. We made a trip to Mississauga to see a bakery and try a bunch of products, and we were hooked!  

When did you join the COBS Bread family? Why did you decide to open a COBS Bread Bakery? 

I started my COBS Bread Franchisee training in Nov 2016 and have never looked back! We opened The Boardwalk in July 2017, Fairway Plaza Dec 2018, Blackstone Jan 2022 and I am thrilled and so proud to be the only Franchisee in Eastern Canada and the US with about to be 4 bakeries when Sunfish opens in the spring of 2025. I couldn’t do any of this without my incredible family and amazing bakery teams and managers. They all truly believe in my passion and help make the magic happen everyday.

What did you do before working at COBS? 

Professionally, I spent 15 years in restaurant management and a number of years operating a home-based daycare when my own kids were younger. For fun, I ran marathons!

What are you looking forward to about your new bakery? 

I LOVE all my bakeries. They are all so special to me in different ways. I’ve been referring to them as my eldest, my middle child and my baby. With a 4th on the way, I’m going to need to come up with a new reference – lol. Opening a bakery is epic! The excitement in creating another exceptional COBS Bread is unlike anything else. We’re working on our next banner catchphrase but everyone knows it’s going to be DELIGHTFUL!

Before joining COBS, were you much of a baker? 

I am a serious foodie; I cook and bake every single day.

How are you planning on getting involved in the community? 

I was born and raised in KW, my husband has lived here for basically 40 years now, and our kids have always called this home. We are very rooted in the KW community. With our 3 bakeries we have been able to support more than 21 charity partners in our End of Day Giving Program alone. The number of charities and events we support outside of that is countless. With COBS Bread Sunfish on the way, it only strengthens our reach.

What’s in your favourite sandwich? 

Cape Seed with ANYTHING!! It is such an amazing loaf and my staff start laughing when I start talking to customers about it. But if you want sandwich details… Perfect with fork mashed avocado on one side, hummus on the other, shaved turkey breast, provolone, cucumber, green peppers, tomato and spinach.

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Our 2021 Highlights https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/our-2021-highlights/ Tue, 28 Dec 2021 22:32:08 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=13874 2021 has been…a year! With many highs and lows for all, we wanted to share some of our favourite things that happened this year at COBS Bread. Our End Of Day Giving program is at the centre of everything we do. We bake all of our products fresh every day and then we give fresh […]

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2021 has been…a year! With many highs and lows for all, we wanted to share some of our favourite things that happened this year at COBS Bread.

  1. Our End Of Day Giving program is at the centre of everything we do. We bake all of our products fresh every day and then we give fresh every night, so every bread finds a home. Across all our bakeries this year, we were able to donate an incredible $67,700,389 of bread and baked goods.

Fun fact, we donated 28,144,887 items which is around 6077km of bread! That’s approximately the width of Canada coast to coast!

  1. One of our most frequently asked questions is “When are you opening here”, so the fact that we were able to open 8 new bakeries across Canada was such a great win. Thank you for welcoming us into your community!
  2. The growth doesn’t stop there, we have had 27 new Franchisees sign up to open a COBS Bread bakery, and we already have 2 bakery openings planned for January! Stay up to date with new locations here.
  3. We found a new way to connect with our customers (and be able to give you back even more) with the launch of our COBS Club app! We have given out over 60,000 $5 rewards already! Not a COBS Club member yet? Sign up today to get a piece of the action.
  4. We expanded our vegan-friendly offering and introduced a brand new mini pizza flavour – the Beyond Sausage®Arrabbiata Mini Pizza. We’re so excited to develop more vegan options for you all so keep your eyes peeled for what we’re baking next…
  5. Thanks to all of you (and your love of hot cross buns) we were able to raise an incredible $293,562 over Doughnation Day. This was donated to your bakery’s chosen local charities! We’ll be doing it all again in 2022, on April 2nd, so save the date.
  6. This next one makes us very happy because we love being part of the special moments no matter how big or small. With the launch of COBS Club we were able to celebrate 14,131 of your birthdays and 12,903 half birthdays too!

Did you know that by joining COBS Club you’ll get a FREE Cinnamon Bun on your birthday? You even get a little treat on your ½ birthday too! Sign up today.

  1. They say sharing is caring and we were so happy to see that almost 30,000 people were given the most delicious gift, a COBS Bread Gift Card this year.
  2. Ever wondered what our most frequently bought loaf is? Us too! So we checked and the official loaf winner of 2021 goes to our White Loaf with the Family Fave Higher Fibre Loaf in a close second.
  3. Finally, we were able to serve almost 12 million customers this year and we couldn’t close off 2021 without saying a big, heartfelt THANK YOU! Thank you for all the love and support you show our bakeries each and every day, thank you for sharing us with your loved ones, and thank you for inspiring us with new ways to enjoy our fresh bread and baked treats!

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Your Health Questions – Part 2 https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/health-questions-part-2/ Thu, 01 Feb 2018 05:14:04 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=3134 Our Registered Dietitian, Stephanie Dang, is back to answer more of your health-related questions! What bread is good for diabetics? I was recently diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes – as a result, I now have to count the number of net carbs in everything I eat. Which of your products contain the least amount of […]

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Our Registered Dietitian, Stephanie Dang, is back to answer more of your health-related questions!

What bread is good for diabetics? I was recently diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes – as a result, I now have to count the number of net carbs in everything I eat. Which of your products contain the least amount of Net Carbs?

Whole grain breads are good for people with diabetes because of the higher fibre content versus white breads. Pumpernickel bread is also a good choice, because it is made with coarsely ground rye flour (containing soluble fibre) and a sourdough starter (which is acidic, and lowers the glycemic load of the bread). Evidence suggests that soluble fibre can slow down the rate that food empties from your stomach, which helps control blood glucose levels.

As for products containing the least amount of net carbs, it depends on how much of each product you are eating (or the “serving size”). For simplicity, let’s say a serving size of 2 slices of bread. First, let’s clarify – you can find the net carbohydrates by taking the grams of total carbohydrates, minus grams of fibre = grams of net carbohydrates. COBS has Mini Loaves, which have the lowest amount of net carbs because they are smaller, and contain good amounts of fibre. In particular, the Country Grain Mini Loaf and Whole Wheat Mini Loaf.

2 slices of Country Grain Mini Loaf: 19 grams carbohydrates – 3 grams fibre = 16 grams net carbohydrates for 2 sandwich slices

2 slices of Whole Wheat Mini Loaf: 20 grams carbohydrates – 3 grams fibre = 17 grams net carbohydrates for 2 sandwich slices.

COBS Bread offers two options for sliced bread. To lower the carbohydrate content of your breads, ask for them to be “thinly sliced” or “sandwich sliced”. The product nutrition information is based on the thinner slice, and you can find all of the product nutrition information for COBS Bread on the Product Pages.

What are some good sources of fibres to help reduce cholesterol levels?

Both your eating habits as well as your physical activity can affect blood cholesterol levels. There are two types of blood cholesterol: LDL (low density lipoproteins, also known as “bad cholesterol”), and HDL (high density lipoproteins, also known as “good cholesterol”). LDL is known as bad cholesterol because it can form plaque on artery walls and create blockages in blood flow. HDL, on the other hand, helps remove LDL cholesterol from your arteries. We want high HDL and low LDL.

Fibre, specifically soluble fibre, can help lower cholesterol levels. Aim for 10-25 grams of soluble fibre per day. Some food sources of soluble fibre include:

  • Legumes: chickpeas, beans, lentils, peas
  • Whole grains: whole grain bread, quinoa, barley, oatmeal, brown rice
  • Chia seeds and flax seeds
  • Oat bran
  • Barley
  • Fruits and vegetables: oranges, pears, avocado, brussel sprouts

There are other dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to lower cholesterol levels, such as choosing foods lower in saturated fat, avoiding hydrogenated or trans fats and replacing with unsaturated fats, including foods with plant sterols, and maintaining a healthy body weight. To find out more about how to lower your cholesterol levels, contact a Registered Dietitian such as myself.

How can I make cooked veggies more appetizing, especially since I work full time and don’t enjoy eating veggies that much?

Vegetables have a variety of important vitamins and minerals, and are also an excellent source of fibre. Here are some ideas to incorporate more vegetables into your diet:
Roasted vegetables are an easy, customizable dish depending on which vegetables and spices you like. Just chop up some vegetables and throw them in the oven. Try this recipe for Seasoned Roasted Vegetables.

  • Add a handful of spinach to your smoothie – you can’t taste it!
  • Whole grain crackers or whole wheat pita with vegetable dips, such as salsa (load your salsa with tomatoes, beans, peppers, and corn), and guacamole
  • Don’t like the taste of vegetables? Use lots of spices when cooking! Examples: paprika, curry powder, oregano, dill, garlic, rosemary, ground black pepper, and chili flakes
  • Cut up raw vegetables and dip in your favorite tzatziki or hummus (like the beet hummus recipe seen above)
  • Stews, soups, and pasta sauces are great ways to add extra vegetables, for example carrots, zucchini, onion, corn, and tomatoes
  • Vegetables at breakfast! Include your favorite vegetables in omelettes or frittatas, mixed into your hashbrowns, or breakfast sandwiches. Some vegetables that go well with breakfast dishes include spinach, arugula, butternut squash, tomatoes, avocado, and bell peppers

What are the main nutrients that vegetarians and vegans often miss out on? I don’t want to always rely on veggie meats/soy/wheat products for my protein!

Some common nutrients that vegetarians and vegans often miss out on are iron, vitamin B12, zinc, calcium, and vitamin D. However, it is possible to eat a well-balanced vegetarian or vegan diet if you are able to do some research and meal planning. Here are some vegetarian protein sources that also contain some of these important nutrients:

  • Fortified Plant-Based Milks: fortified soy milk is the most nutritionally similar to cow’s milk (contains more protein than other plant milks). For people worried about their soy intake, 2-3 servings of soy products per day has actually shown to have significant health benefits. For more information, please read another blog I wrote called The Truth About Soy. Other plant-based milks, such as almond, rice, or coconut milk, as long as they’re fortified with calcium and vitamin D, can still be good choices (they just are not good sources of protein).
  • Nuts and Seeds (and nut and seed butters): examples include peanut, almond, cashew, and pumpkin seed butters. Different nuts and seeds contain different levels of nutrients, so it is good to incorporate a variety in your diet. For example, pumpkin seeds are a good source of zinc, and almonds are a good source of Vitamin E and magnesium.
  • Whole Grains: although they are known for their good carbohydrate and fibre content, whole grains also contain protein. Quinoa contains 8-9 grams of protein per cup (cooked), and brown rice, bulgur, barley oatmeal, and corn all contain around 5-6 grams of protein per cup. COBS Cape Seed loaf is a great high protein bread choice, with 6 grams of protein per slice! Whole grains are also good sources of B vitamins and iron.
  • Tofu and Tempeh: these are excellent protein sources for vegetarians and vegans. Again, for those concerned about soy intake please read my other blog post, and keep in mind that 2-3 servings of soy products per day can have positive health benefits. Additionally, tofu is a good source of iron, and calcium-set tofu is an excellent source of calcium.
  • Legumes: these include beans, chickpeas, lentils, and peas. They are a great source of protein, as well as fibre, iron, and some B vitamins.

Multivitamins – Are they a waste of money?

Whether or not you should be taking multivitamins depends on a few things:

  • What your diet is like: It is possible to get all the nutrients we need from food alone so unfortunately I can’t tell you if you need a vitamin or mineral supplement unless I take a thorough look at your dietary intake. Generally, following a balanced diet with lots of variety (lots of whole, fresh foods, including whole grains, fruits and vegetables, protein, healthy fats, and dairy or dairy alternatives) will provide you with all the nutrients your body needs, and you do not need a multivitamin.
  • Pre-existing conditions: If you have a vitamin or mineral deficiency, often times a supplement is recommended to help get your levels back up. Additionally, other conditions or medications may cause your body to lose large amounts of certain vitamins or minerals, in which case you may require a supplement.
  • Age: As we get older, our body is not able to digest or absorb certain nutrients from food as well as it used to. For example, Health Canada recommends adults over the age of 50 to consume vitamin B12-fortified foods, or take a vitamin B12 supplement. Health Canada also recommends that all women of childbearing age take a multivitamin containing folic acid every day.
  • What supplement you are taking: For example, vitamin C supplements may not be beneficial because of the abundance of vitamin C we get from our diets if you are consuming fresh fruits and vegetables. Any excess vitamin C we consume is excreted through urine, so it could be considered money down the drain (literally). On the other hand, most Canadians don’t get enough Vitamin D because we don’t get enough exposure to sunlight, we don’t drink enough dairy or fortified dairy alternatives, and don’t eat enough fatty fish. So, vitamin D supplements may actually be beneficial for most Canadians.

References:

“Basic Meal Planning.” Canadian Diabetes Association,

Canada, Health. “Dietary Reference Intakes.” Canada.ca, 29 June 2006

Canada, Health. “Dietary Reference Intakes.” Canada.ca, 29 Nov. 2010,

Canada, Health. “Prenatal Nutrition Guidelines for Health Professionals.” Canada.ca, 14 Jan. 2010,

“Cardiovascular Disease – Dyslipidemia.” PEN: Practice-Based Evidence in Nutrition

“Fibre”. Canadian Diabetes Association.

“Food Sources of Vitamin B12.” Dietitians of Canada

“Food Sources of Soluble Fibre.” Dietitians of Canada

“Nutrition Therapy.” Diabetes Canada

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The Truth About Grains https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/the-truth-about-grains/ Tue, 09 Jan 2018 21:45:54 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=2939 Written by Registered Dietitian, Stephanie Dang With all the conflicting nutrition information out there, it’s hard to navigate your way to the truth. Gluten-free, low carbohydrate, and grain-free diets are among the many different diets that are advertised. But why are carbohydrates often treated as the enemy? Stephanie Dang, Registered Dietitian, is here to explain […]

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Written by Registered Dietitian, Stephanie Dang

With all the conflicting nutrition information out there, it’s hard to navigate your way to the truth. Gluten-free, low carbohydrate, and grain-free diets are among the many different diets that are advertised. But why are carbohydrates often treated as the enemy? Stephanie Dang, Registered Dietitian, is here to explain why whole grains should be be embraced, not feared!

Before we get started, let’s clear up some terms:

  • Whole Grains: contains 100% of its 3 original parts – the bran, the germ, and the endosperm
  • Bran: the outer skin, which contains fibre, antioxidants, and vitamins
  • Germ: contains healthy fats, as well as some vitamins, minerals, and protein
  • Endosperm: contains mainly carbohydrates and protein1

  • Whole wheat: contains at least 95% of its original kernel (1)
  • Refined Grain: a grain that has been stripped of at least 1 of its original components. This stripping process removes protein, along with some important vitamins and minerals.(1) Example: white rice, white flour
  • Enriched Grain: the enrichment process adds back some (but not all) of the nutrients to refined grains. Example: enriched wheat flour

So why should we include whole grains and whole wheat products in our diet?

  • A diet rich in whole grains and whole grain products is associated with a lower risk of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers, and may lower the risk of stroke (4)
  • Whole grains are rich in antioxidants, and contain anti-inflammatory properties (3,12)
  • The fibre in whole grains has an LDL Cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol) lowering effect (6), and may be the most effective type of fibre for reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes (7)
  • Including whole grains in your diet can contribute to improved gut bacteria and gut health (8)
  • People who eat the most whole grains have a lower body mass index, waist circumference, and are more likely to be at a healthy weight for their height, age, and gender
  • Compared to refined grains, whole grains may have a positive effect on metabolism (10)

If this list isn’t enough to convince you that we need whole grains in our diet, let’s discuss why the common grain-related diets may not be beneficial for you (specifically, gluten-free, grain-free, and carbohydrate-free diets). It is important to understand that none of these diets are the same.

  • Gluten: refers to the proteins found in various grains, such as wheat, rye, barley, and triticale, as well as other foods. Many grains are actually naturally gluten free. (11)
  • If you have been diagnosed with celiac disease, you should follow a strict gluten-free diet. However, if you do not have celiac disease, there is no evidence showing that a gluten-free diet will be beneficial. In fact, many gluten-free products require additives (such as sugar and fat) to make the taste and texture appealing.
  • Grain products: foods made from cereal grains, such as wheat, barley, rye, cornmeal, rice, oats, etc. For example, bread, pasta, cereal, granola bars, crackers, popcorn, and rice.
  • Carbohydrates: the sugars, starches, and fibres that are found in fruits and vegetables, grains, milk products, and many processed foods. They are our main source of energy!

The reason why these diets may seem appealing is that they actually cut out most “junk food”. For example, cookies, cakes, muffins, many fried foods, processed and packaged foods, etc. And these diets work because you cut out these higher calorie foods, not because of cutting out all grains/gluten/or carbohydrates. Additionally, following a carbohydrate-free or low carbohydrate diet eliminates so many nutritious foods that contain important vitamins and minerals! When you restrict carbohydrates, you are putting yourself at risk for nutrient deficiencies. Not to mention the fatigue resulting from restricting your body from its preferred energy source.

But are there grains that we should be avoiding? The answer to this is quite simple – eat everything in moderation! Choose whole grains more often (whole grain or whole wheat bread, whole wheat pasta, oats, quinoa, etc.), and refined/enriched grains less often (white bread, white pasta, baked goods, packaged and processed foods). A slice of white bread won’t kill you, but incorporating whole grain bread into your regular diet can have incredible positive effects on your health. Wondering how to incorporate more whole grains into your diet? Stay tuned for our weekly recipes!

Stephanie Dang, Registered DietitianStephanie Dang, Registered Dietitian, has partnered with COBS Bread to help empower their customers to make healthy choices and positive lifestyle changes. Stephanie is passionate about helping clients reach their nutrition and wellness goals by providing them with evidence-based nutrition recommendations, resources, and support. As a nutrition consultant for COBS Bread, she hopes to inspire you to make healthy choices and nourish your body with nutritious foods!

 

 

References:

(1) “What’s a Whole Grain? A Refined Grain?” What’s a Whole Grain? A Refined Grain? The Whole Grains Council, https://wholegrainscouncil.org/whole-grains-101/whats-whole-grain-refined-grain.
(2) Rui Hai Liu, Whole grain phytochemicals and health, In Journal of Cereal Science, Volume 46, Issue 3, 2007, Pages 207-219, ISSN 0733-5210, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcs.2007.06.010.
(3) Ozawa M, Shipley M, Kivimaki M, et al. Dietary pattern, inflammation and cognitive decline: The Whitehall II prospective cohort study. Clin Nutr. 2016;pic: S0261-5614(16)00035-2.
(4) Liqun Fang, Wen Li, Wenjie Zhang, et al. Association between whole grain intake and stroke risk: evidence from a meta-analysis. Int J Clin ExpMed. 2015; 8(9): 16978–16983.
(5) Aune D, Keum N, Giovannucci E, et al. Whole grain consumption and risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and all cause and cause specific mortality: systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective studies. BMJ. 2016;353.
(6) Wang H, Lichtenstein AH, Lamon-Fava S, et al. Association between statin use and serum cholesterol concentrations is modified by whole-grain consumption: NHANES 2003-2006. Am J Clin Nutr. 2014 Oct;100(4):1149-57.
(7) InterAct Consortium. Dietary fibre and incidence of type 2 diabetes in eight European countries: the EPIC-InterAct Study and a meta-analysis of prospective studies. Diabetologia. 2015;58(7):1394-408.
(8) Falony G, Joossens M, Vieira-Silva S, et al. Population-level analysis of gut microbiome variation. Science. 2016;352(6285):560-4.
(9) Albertson AM, Reicks M, Joshi N, et al. Whole grain consumption trends and associations with body weight measures in the United States: results from the cross sectional National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2001-2012. Nutr J. 2016 Jan 22;15:8.
(10) Substituting whole grains for refined grains in a 6-wk randomized trial favorably affects energy-balance metrics in healthy men and postmenopausal women
J Philip Karl et al. Am J Clin Nutr. 2017 Mar; 105(3): 589–599. Published online 2017 Feb 8. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28179223
(11) “What Is Gluten?” Celiac Disease Foundation, https://celiac.org/live-gluten-free/glutenfreediet/what-is-gluten/.
(12) Vitaglione P, Mennella I, Ferracane R, et al. Whole-grain wheat consumption reduces inflammation in a randomized controlled trial on overweight and obese subjects with unhealthy dietary and lifestyle behaviors: role of polyphenols bound to cereal dietary fiber. Am J Clin Nutr. 2015;101(2):251-61.

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CRANBERRY ORANGE BRIOCHE LOAF – 3 WAYS TO ENJOY! https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/cranberry-orange-brioche-loaf-3-ways-enjoy/ Tue, 12 Dec 2017 21:29:33 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=2932 Spread Cheer this holiday season with a new product from COBS Bread! Have you tried our new Cranberry Orange Brioche Loaf yet? Baked fresh daily from scratch, it comes in two convenient sizes – a loaf for sharing and a muffin for an individual treat. New to brioche? While our Cranberry Orange Brioche Loaf and […]

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Spread Cheer this holiday season with a new product from COBS Bread! Have you tried our new Cranberry Orange Brioche Loaf yet? Baked fresh daily from scratch, it comes in two convenient sizes – a loaf for sharing and a muffin for an individual treat.

New to brioche? While our Cranberry Orange Brioche Loaf and Muffin are perfect as is or with a small spread of butter while enjoying a morning coffee, we’ve come up with a trio of ways to enjoy the Cranberry Orange Brioche.

GO SIMPLE

Simply slicing and toasting the Brioche brings out the sweetness of the cranberries and the fresh zest of orange peel. Since it’s not a typical loaf shape, you might be asking yourself “How do I actually slice this?”. While you can easily slice it lengthwise (just like a regular loaf of bread) for an even slice, you can also cut it into wedges for a slice of toast that varies from soft to crispy.

If you would prefer the perfect treat for a snack on the go, our Cranberry Orange Brioche Muffin is the ideal size.

ELEVATE YOUR MORNING BRUNCH

Regular French Toast is so last weekend!

Swap in evenly sliced pieces of our Cranberry Orange Brioche Loaf for your regular loaf as a holiday treat. Use your favourite French Toast recipe or try ours!

Impress Your Guests

Looking for a new and seasonal dessert to delight your guests with this holiday season? Soft and fluffy, the Cranberry Orange Brioche Loaf is a perfect base for Bread Pudding. Find our recipe here

Have you tried our new Cranberry Orange Brioche Loaf or Muffin? What’s your favourite way to enjoy it?

Find your local bakery to pick up our new Cranberry Orange Brioche. Hurry in! It’s only here for a limited time.

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DORIS’S BRIOCHE FRENCH TOAST MUFFINS https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/doriss-brioche-french-toast-muffins/ Sun, 26 Nov 2017 21:15:30 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=2918 For the holidays this year, we are pleased to introduce the Cranberry Orange Brioche– made with the decadence of butter and the festive zest of orange and cranberries. They are a delightful match for your morning coffee, and make a great addition to your holiday cheese spread. Our new culinary ambassador, Doris Gnandt of Stock […]

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For the holidays this year, we are pleased to introduce the Cranberry Orange Brioche– made with the decadence of butter and the festive zest of orange and cranberries. They are a delightful match for your morning coffee, and make a great addition to your holiday cheese spread.

Our new culinary ambassador, Doris Gnandt of Stock & Bones, has incorporated our new Cranberry Orange Brioche into this delicious French Toast Brioche Muffin recipe! Pick up a fresh Brioche loaf today and try her recipe below.

Brioche French Toast Muffins

Ingredients:

  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 Brioche loaf or Challah cut into 1” cubes,
  • To create a more festive muffin, replace the vanilla and cinnamon with 1 tablespoon orange liqueur and the zest of one orange grated.

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 F.

In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon.

Coat a 12 cup muffin tin with non stick vegetable spray. Slowly add the cubed bread into the milk and egg mixture, tossing gently to ensure all the bread cubes are thoroughly coated. Allow the mixture to rest as the bread absorbs the liquid; covered with plastic wrap for a few hours or overnight.

When ready to bake evenly but loosely distribute the bread mixture among the muffin cups, filling about ¾ full. The bread puffs up while baking, but deflates when cool. Avoid having pieces jut out as they could overbake or burn.

Bake for about 20 – 25 minutes or until tops are lightly golden brown and the egg mixture set. Baking time will depend on the size of the muffin tins and your own oven.

Allow French toast muffins to cool for about 10-15 minutes in muffin pan before gently running a sharp knife around the rim to remove them. Serve with your favourite syrup or simply dust with powder sugar.

*The French toast mixture can also be tossed with your favourite dried fruits or nuts or even sautéed bacon bits prior to baking.

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MANDY OLSSON WINS $5,000 TRAVEL VOUCHER FOR A GREAT CANADIAN ADVENTURE! https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/mandy-olsson-wins-5000-travel-voucher-great-canadian-adventure/ Tue, 22 Aug 2017 20:08:15 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=2908 Mandy Olsson decided she needed a vacation. Working on completing her Masters while working full-time and recovering from a recent surgery, she booked herself an all-inclusive to Mexico for some fun in the sun. Only a few short weeks later, she would discover that she would have an opportunity to book yet another vacation or […]

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Mandy Olsson decided she needed a vacation. Working on completing her Masters while working full-time and recovering from a recent surgery, she booked herself an all-inclusive to Mexico for some fun in the sun. Only a few short weeks later, she would discover that she would have an opportunity to book yet another vacation or two- she is the winner of COBS Bread’s Canadian Adventure contest and won a $5,000 gift certificate for travel anywhere in Canada!

“I am going to use this opportunity to explore our country. I have always wanted to tour Eastern Canada- I am going to do that, starting with Niagara Falls,” says Olsson.

Kelly and Lee Hodgins, owners of COBS Bread Centennial Village in Okotoks, were ecstatic the winner of the national contest which had over 13,000 entries was a resident of Okotoks. They presented Olsson with the cheque alongside Breadhead, the mascot for COBS Bread, on Thursday, August 17th. “It’s so wonderful when someone in your own community is the winner of such a great prize!” says Kelly. “We hope Mandy has a wonderful time on her adventures exploring Canada.”

 

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TURKISH BREAD – YOUR SERVING SUGGESTIONS! https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/turkish-bread-serving-suggestions/ Thu, 01 Jun 2017 19:58:42 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=2889 Our Turkish Bread is extremely versatile and perfect for entertaining but if you’ve never tried it, it can be confusing to know how to serve it. One of our favourite ways to eat it is to slice it into cubes and dip it in oil and vinegar, but we wanted to know how our customers […]

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Our Turkish Bread is extremely versatile and perfect for entertaining but if you’ve never tried it, it can be confusing to know how to serve it. One of our favourite ways to eat it is to slice it into cubes and dip it in oil and vinegar, but we wanted to know how our customers enjoyed Turkish Bread. We’ve compiled some of the unique and delicious suggestions that were shared with us.

“I use it to dip in Baba Ganoush!” (Bonus, we actually have a recipe for Baba Ganoush!)

“It is best used in two ways! One with meze dips…. Like roasted eggplant or a red pepper vegetable spread.. Which both can be used in a sandwich also! Filled with sucuk which is a Turkish sausage with white cheese (the Turks call it white cheese) and pressed to make Avyluk tost! A very popular food and staple in a Turkish diet lol! So this and of course Turkish chicken kebabs marianated in yogurt and some amazing spices I collect from the spice pazar when I am in Turkey!”


Baked flatbread pizza, sliced with a side of olives and pickled/spicy veggies for a quick charcuterie board”

“Turn it into Garlic Parmesan Bread”

“Dip it in ooey gooey cheesy artichoke dip;)”

“Toast Slices & Dip in Bruschetta.  Chopped tomatoes, crushed garlic, finely chopped red onion, fresh basil shreds, olive oil.” (We have a Mixed Tomato Bruschetta recipe as well!)

“FETA KEBAPS…Cut Turkish bread in squares about couple inches. Make skewers with bread, cubed feta and cherry tomatoes. Baste with olive oil and grill on the BBQ for 3-5 minutes on each side.”

Our sister company in Australia also recommends these Italian-Inspired Skewars

Thanks to everyone who submitted their tips! If you’re still not convinced, visit us at your local COBS Bread bakery to give it a try or stop by on Saturday’s until June  10 for gourmet tastings!

If you have any suggestions on how to serve Turkish Bread, share them in the comments or with us on social media.

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SOUR DOS AND DON’TS https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/sour-dos-donts/ Tue, 07 Feb 2017 20:50:57 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=2885 The smell of fresh bread is one thing, but the smell of freshly-baked sourdough is a whole other world. Our Sourdough is a 40-hour labour of love starting with our own Levain transported all the way back from San Francisco by our Technical Baker, David. As you can imagine, David has a very particular opinion […]

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The smell of fresh bread is one thing, but the smell of freshly-baked sourdough is a whole other world. Our Sourdough is a 40-hour labour of love starting with our own Levain transported all the way back from San Francisco by our Technical Baker, David. As you can imagine, David has a very particular opinion about how to best enjoy our prized Sourdough, so we took the opportunity to pick his brain about some Sour Dos and Sour Don’ts!

Do you have a #SourDo or #SourDont to share with us?

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OUR FAVOURITE RECIPES FOR TURKISH BREAD https://www.cobsbread.com/blog/favourite-recipes-turkish-bread/ Thu, 05 May 2016 19:36:13 +0000 https://www.cobsbread.com/?p=2882 One of the best things about Turkish Bread is it’s versatility. Serve it as a side, offer it as an appetizer or make it the main! Here are some of our favourite recipes to use with Turkish Bread. Dip It – Baba Ghanoush Roasting your own eggplants is easier than you think and adds a […]

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One of the best things about Turkish Bread is it’s versatility. Serve it as a side, offer it as an appetizer or make it the main! Here are some of our favourite recipes to use with Turkish Bread.

Dip It – Baba Ghanoush

Roasting your own eggplants is easier than you think and adds a fresh flavour to our Baba Ghanoush recipe. Perfect for dipping with Turkish Bread!

Top it – Mixed Tomato Bruschetta

Easy, fresh and delicious, our bruschetta is a bright and delicious way to top your Turkish Bread.

Fill it – Turkish Roasted Pepper & Goat Cheese Sandwich

Impress your guests by roasting your own bell peppers to fill your Turkish Bread for a summer sandwich.

Beet Hummus

Served with our Turkish Bread or French Baguettes, the beets in this hummus create a beautiful colour that will brighten up any table and a tasty way to Dip it.

Top it – Shrimp Salad

Easy and fresh entertaining – this Shrimp Salad works well to top our Turkish Bread or French Baguettes

 

Fill it – Mediterranean Sandwich

Our Turkish Bread Demi Loaves compliment the Mediterranean fillings in this refreshing sandwich in just the right size!

How do you like to eat your Turkish Bread? New to Turkish Bread? We’ve got an easy How to Eat Turkish guide to get you going.

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