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Brioche Gourmet<\/a><\/span> \u00bb Our story<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n

Our story<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Brioche is in our nature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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We\u2019ve been baking for four generations, passing down our authentic recipes and our passion for brioche<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Every creation we bake begins with exceptional and wholesome ingredients<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The texture of our brioche is the key element that defines us: every bite is soft, airy-light, easy to pull apart but never crumbly or breakable<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Bringing delicious, wholesome French brioche to the heart of every home was the mission of our founders, and a commitment we hold true to today<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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A passion for brioche runs in the family<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our love of brioche began in 1945 in a French boulangerie, where our family first began creating delicious artisanal brioche. Nestled in the countryside of western France, we perfected the art of this iconic French staple: a soft, fluffy, slightly sweet and golden brioche that brings joy with every bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now in our fourth generation as a family-owned business, our original time-honored recipes remain true, and so does our passion for the craft. As brioche connoisseurs, we take our job very seriously–from exceptional ingredients to taste-testing our freshly baked creations (we can’t resist, c’est d\u00e9licieux!) At Brioche Gourmet, we’re always baking up new ideas to bring the taste of traditional French brioche to your table.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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We care about what’s inside<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As bakers, we know that a brioche will only rise to its full potential when given the best ingredients, like premium wheat, French butter, eggs, milk. Each carefully-selected ingredient comes together in a harmonious symphony of flavor and texture that\u2019s soft, airy and delicious. Our ingredients are nothing short of exceptional. They are the heart and soul of our creations, and they reflect our values of sustainability, gourmet taste and an enduring commitment to quality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Brioche that’s soft on the earth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We know that everything we put into our craft matters. Sourcing premium ingredients is just the beginning. We are committed to listening, learning and growing as a company and as stewards of the earth, brioche after brioche, day after day. Here\u2019s where we are on our journey thus far:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the planet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Sustainably sourced, premium ingredients<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • RGPO palm oil, which reduces water and electricity consumption<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Eco-friendly packaging, reducing our use of plastics and minimizing production waste<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Energy effeciency in our baking facilities and offices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For the people :<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Expanded product offerings to include plant-based products and allergy-friendly options<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • A culture in which all employees feel welcomed, respected and valued<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Community stewardship and giving back with blood donations, toy drives, volunteering and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Employee wellness, on-site athletic facilities and a family-centered culture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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