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Originally Posted by kingofbeer
Where is TJ'S ? When you buy bakery items from grocery stores, the ingredients and nutrition are clearly listed on the package. Family owned bakeries -- you don't know what is in the product. There are no family owned bakeries here that I am aware of.
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There are two family owned bakeries within 30-40 from TV. One does good cookies, breads and some specialty items. We shop TJ’s in Gainesville every 4-6 weeks, Orlando is closer, when we are returning from Disney every 3 weeks.
TJ’s bread will not keep for long for lack of additives and preservatives.
My guess is you have never frequented a family owned bakery, to realize all products such as breads, rolls, cookies, cakes, and gluten free donuts are labeled just as in any grocery. Reason it provides those with food allergies, even though they are non chain, certain product ingredients are mandatory, or the need to keep their customers safe. Our bakeries have label their ingredients over 15 years. However the list is very short, additives and preservatives are not used. All dairy gluten free items are made first to ensure no cross contamination.
We have been using the same bakery since 1960. It’s nice to have the owner know all 4 generations, by first name, and make a special item just for you.
Our granddaughter who is severely lactose intolerant, brought donuts and bread for her visit to us last week. Owner made a new donut for me, double packed separately labeled with ingredients sticker.
He said “hug your grandparents for me”, and when you return I will perfected gluten/dairy free special donut just for you