a killer day--portland farmers' market opens

Yep...another great day at the farmers' market, Portland's opening day (last Saturday). It was great to see my old friends, like Betsy (with friend, at left). The rain didn't even seem to faze anyone. That's P-town for ya.
Connie of Blossom Vinegars has one of the most attractive booths at the market.
Edgar (not in picture) of Fressen had a great day selling his hearty artisan breads.

I can't remember who these ladies are. But

they sure make a nice picture.

He ain't no lady, but it was cool to see Chad at the market. One of those who makes it all happen.

another killer bread design triumph!

Do you remember our truck-sign design contest last fall? Of course , ya don't. But if you did, you'd know that one of the winners was the idea of a "line-up" of dkb characters and yours truly. The original idea was submitted by Betsy Levine, who won the contest. Since then, we have molded and shaped this ball of clay. We went out and got some nice big digital photos and now Shobi has used the Illustrator program to create this mock-up. I'd appreciate any comments you might have before we actually get in on the trucks.

dave's killer bread in seattle (update)

Dave, oh Dave. My husband and I were introduced to your bread (Good Seed) by our bestest friends in Portland. We go to New Seasons every time we are there and stock up....but.. in between trips, we are jonesin' for your bread. Is there any intention to start moving your goods North? We have Whole Foods in Seattle!! I just can't get enough of PBJ's on your bread! Thanks, tracy

We are almost there. We've worked out distribution to all 6 Metropolitan Markets up there, beginning in the next couple of weeks. I will be up there myself, hanging out at the "kiosk" sampling bread in each MM store.

http://www.metropolitan-markets.com/homeA.php

she's hip to the good seed spelt bread, and other stories

All Hail Dave's Killer Bread!! It really is killer, really.
My ex was allergic to wheat so I'm hip to the spelt bread and always in search of one that isn't boring. Your seedy spelt bread is just what I've been searching for! IT IS SO GOOD!!! I don't even care that it's almost 5 bucks a loaf, well worth it.
I was at a bbq last weekend and a friend brought a burger to grill but instead of burger buns she had a little zip lock with two pieces of good lookin' bread inside. I said "Hey, is that Killer Bread?!" and sure enough it was. My friend had discovered your bread too and she eats nothing else now.
You have one crazy life story, my friend. I sure am glad you got back on the right track and are sharing your amazing talent with all of us. Mom nature included.
Thanks!! Tiffany

Hi Dave -
I have been living the wheat free lifestyle for a few years now but I recently met and married a great guy who is able to eat wheat. We always had to have two loaves of bread in the house because I had my boring spelt bread and he had some delicious wheat bread. However, the other day he brought home your killer seed spelt bread and we are both addicts. Thanks for bringing our union even closer!
Thanks!
Rachel -- Portland, OR

a baker...not a preacher

Yep, I am still at it. A day without some sort of strenuous workout is just not all it can be. I haven't been real scientific about the weight-loss aspect, as I don't own a "bathroom" scale (although it wouldn't be so hard to keep track by getting on the big floor scale at the bakery). I do have some big mirrors in my house, and I can see improvements in my physique. But until the love handles and the slight belly overhang are history, you can bet I'll be doing double duty on the elliptical trainer after each short, sweet iron-pile training session. When I'm happy with my leanness, I will scale back the length of my cardio sessions and spend a little more time with my beloved free-weights.
I live in the ghetto, which, after all of the time I did, almost seems like home. When I get to my apartments, I get out of my truck and wade through the jungle of addicts who come and go and don't even know I'm no-longer one of them. They often ask if I want some s**t or if I can get them some, and I just tell them I don't play. You'd think the place was Dunkin Donuts, the cops hang here so tough.
I mostly just ignore it all. Sometimes I can't. My neighbor's place got busted into a couple of weeks back and someone took a screwdriver to my Ford's passenger door lock last week, but they didn't get in. Reminds me of me.
Anyway, I have my own little world here next door to hell. I'm a happy baker. People enjoy the fruits of my labor. I'll be up really early tomorrow, hitting the weights and then having a "run" on the trainer. I'll have another great day creating killer bread and hopefully, one or two of the fools who still play the game will take notice. And find what I have found.

so, what is spelt?

It's the one question people ask memore than any other at the farmers' markets. From now on, I'm just going to just tell 'em to go to my blog. Or not. But here's my answer, only better:
Scientific types call spelt Triticum aestivum var. spelta. I don't know how they figure this stuff out, but they say that the grain was first grown in Iran over 5,000 years ago. It's been grown in Europe for over 300 years, and in North America for a little over 100 years. It has recently seen a revival due to it's nutritional differences as well as its "nutty" flavor.
Spelt ilooks like wheat, and the feds say that it is wheat.But there are distinct differences. Spelt has a tougher husk, which may help to protect the nutrients in spelt. Spelt tastes nuttier and slightly sweeter. It has more protein, and that protein is easier to digest. For this reason, some people who are allergic to wheat are able to tolerate spelt. People do need to realize, however, that spelt contains gluten and is not gonna work for someone on a gluten-free diet.
Spelt has become very popular as an alternative to wheat. My brother's NatureBake brand of spelt breads are some of his best sellers. My Good Seed Spelt is another which shouldn't be overlooked. All are available at the usual places around town, including the NatureBake thrift store at 1170 NE 63rd. Come by sometime.

killer bread on the radio in eugene...and p-town's farmers' market begins

just a quickie before I give my worn out baker's body its due--a good nights' sleep before another farmers' market opening. I'm psyched to be a part of opening day at the great Portland Farmers' Market tomorrow.

If you got your copy of my newsletter, you know all you have to do is show up with a printed copy and I'll give you a free Dave's Killer Bread farmers' market bag made from recycled plastic bottles. I'm going to have my usual breads plus Peace Bombs and some cinnamon-raisin spelt bread. And a very few loaves of Good Seed Sprouted Wheat will be available too.

The photo to the left is little ol' me recordeing a new spot for Eugene talk radio. The commercials begin airing on Monday down there. I want to thank Mason West from Why 3 Communications and Marketing Co. for helping with the project and for supplying the photo. (My future's so bright, I had to wear shades...)

I will also be at Vancouver Farmers' Market on Sunday to help Keone and Kristin, who will be taking over sales of Killer Bread over there. I hope to see you at one of those places. It's going to be fun!