
Einstein Bros. to open 300-plus new locations by 2030
Powered by a new store prototype, the layout design is engineered to scale quickly without compromising bagel quality.

Powered by a new store prototype, the layout design is engineered to scale quickly without compromising bagel quality.

Opening this fall, the new location will bring hands-on baking education, ingredients and resources to the heart of Old Town.

The Ann Arbor, MI, pastry shop will offer an array of baked goods, including viennoiserie, seasonal tarts and savory breads.

The three new flavors — Hershey’s S’more, Rocket Pop and Root Beer Float — celebrate the traditions that define summer across America.

Opening this fall, the new location will bring hands-on baking education, ingredients and resources to the heart of Old Town.

The Ann Arbor, MI, pastry shop will offer an array of baked goods, including viennoiserie, seasonal tarts and savory breads.

The three new flavors — Hershey’s S’more, Rocket Pop and Root Beer Float — celebrate the traditions that define summer across America.
Get a sneak peek behind the counter at Country Bird Bakery, a Midwest staple that uses its inventive spirit, strong commitment to local farmers and unconventional schedule to deliver “big bread energy.”

The latest issue of the mini-mag showcases Country Bird Bakery’s “big bread energy.”

Finding the right growth path was a matter of circumstance and unexpected opportunities, as well as hiring strategically.

For bakery owners, choosing to establish an internship program means understanding the invest-ment needed to make it work.

The Grand Rapids location adds to the bakery’s expansive US footprint, which boasts more than 200 stores nationwide.

Timing the promotion around the occasion aligns with the bakery’s efforts to reach more customers.

From virtual wedding cake judging to an 8-hour intensive in Mexico, RBA has a stocked event calendar for retail bakers.

This bakery location, expected to open later this summer, will have its own rotating menu inspired by regional preferences.

With a James Beard Award in her pocket and the road ahead hers for the taking, Cat Cox is spreading Country Bird’s wings and getting ready for takeoff.

Susan Bae, pastry chef and partner at Moon Rabbit, shares her thoughts after winning Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker at the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards.

Hope Romeo, executive pastry chef at Wild Crumb, shares her thoughts after Wild Crumb wins Outstanding Bakery at the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards.
Get a sneak peek behind the counter at Country Bird Bakery, a Midwest staple that uses its inventive spirit, strong commitment to local farmers and unconventional schedule to deliver “big bread energy.”