Category Archives: vegan

5 vegan skiers and snowboarders you should know

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As a bakery in a winter sports town, we try to keep up not only with the start and end of the snow season but also with familiar faces who might pass through our doors. We also love talking about notable vegans who show that it’s possible to do anything on a plant-based diet.  Here’s […]

We’re publishing a sourdough & vegan cookbook with Penguin Random House!

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If you’re not on our email list (sign up on our homepage!) or missed our announcement videos on Facebook or Instagram, we’re so excited to be writing a sourdough and vegan baking book with Penguin Random House! What is Penguin Random House? With a rich history dating back to the 1800s, Penguin Random House (PRH)’s […]

Why you should take part in Veganuary

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Did you know that November is World Vegan Month? Although it’s celebrated worldwide, not many people identify as vegan. However, more people may know about Veganuary, which takes place in January. And you absolutely do not need to be vegan to take part. The holidays are approaching quickly! We thought we’d give you a rundown […]

We’re featured in Global Vegan Magazine as a Sea to Sky region restaurant!

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We’re always thrilled to see media that features BReD. This season, Brighde Reed featured the Sea to Sky region in an article titled “Vegan from Sea to Sky” for Global Vegan Magazine. We were elated (although not surprised!) to be featured in their restaurant roundup. Here’s the excerpt that features our region: Sea to Sky […]

BReD’s 5 favourite vegan butters

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If you didn’t already know, BReD is proud to be a 100% plant-based bakery. That means we use no animal products in our baked goods—we’ve even saved the lives of about two dozen animals since inception! An important part of vegan baking is using plant-based butter. Here’s our roundup of our favourite vegan butters that […]

What is the Plant-Based Treaty and why should we care?

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If you follow environment or climate-related news, you might have heard that Haywards Heath near London was the first town in Europe to endorse the Plant-Based Treaty. Eighteen cities around the world have now endorsed this treaty—but what is it? Putting food systems at the heart of combating the climate crisis As a companion to […]

How many animals has BReD saved through vegan products?

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BReD takes pride in being a vegan bakery. We firmly believe animals don’t need to be harmed to make amazing baked goods, and we’ve proven that. What really happens to animals in the egg industry? Many conventional baked goods use dairy and eggs unnecessarily. Did you know the egg industry uses over 300 million hens […]

Simple But Tasty Vegan Picnic Ideas

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Summertime means it’s picnic season! And picnics are an excellent opportunity to showcase some yummy vegan foods. Picnics aren’t the place for elaborate dishes and complex recipes. You want something you can whip up quickly that is easy to eat and share with your friends. Plus, you want to bring a crowd-pleaser that everyone will […]

The best cities in Canada for vegans

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As of 2018, there were over 2.3 million vegetarians in Canada and 850,000 vegans, as reported by Statista. And we’re willing to bet that number has only continued to increase as, every day, there are more vegan options becoming available across the country. The demand is clearly there. From new vegan restaurants and cafes to […]

The best plant-based cookbooks

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Are you newly vegan and lost on what to cook? Or maybe you’re a vegan veteran in search of some fresh recipes to add to your repertoire? We have curated ten of the best plant-based cookbooks that contain everything from vegan versions of cultural cuisine to mouth-watering desserts.  BReD: The Cookbook – Sourdough Loaves, Small […]

What to eat with hummus

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Hummus might just be the perfect dip. It’s gluten-free, egg-free, vegan, healthy, has barely any common allergens, and most importantly, it’s delicious. Aside from those allergic to sesame, hummus is suitable for anyone regardless of dietary restrictions. It’s no wonder that it has become a popular accompaniment to snacks like chips and sandwich rolls, as […]

You need to know about these awesome vegan chefs

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Vegan chefs from around the world have been at the forefront of innovation when it comes to plant-based food products. Without their creative brainstorming and experimentation, we wouldn’t be able to enjoy so many of the fantastic vegan dishes we have access to now! One of the biggest struggles of enjoying a plant-based lifestyle is […]