Breadness Buzz - Valentines, Galentines, Palentines...

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Valentines, Galentines, Palentines...

Valentine's Day is the designated day where couples have an opportunity to create something special for each other. They can exchange gifts, do something romantic, go out to dinner, see a movie, or all of the above! Although the original story of St. Valentine is kinda harsh, thankfully, the aspect of affection between two people has endured.

Well... Valentine's Day has expanded of late. I saw the word "Galentine" for the first time a few weeks ago, and having no idea what it meant, I had to look it up!

Galentine (a blend of "gal" [short for girl or gal] and "Valentine") is a term that originated from the "holiday," Galentine's Day, the concept of which was first introduced in the television show Parks and Recreation in 2010, where it was described as a day for women to celebrate friendships with their lady friends. It is celebrated on February 13th (today!).

Well, if a TV writer could create a "holiday" that became part of the culture, why not create something for the guys?

So I came up with idea, Palentine's Day, a "holiday" to celebrate your best buds, a "bromance" or whatever one or more guys do just because it's fun. I say it should be celebrated on February 15th (Saturday).

In the end, Val, Gal, Pal, they're all days/nights to celebrate friendships of all kinds!.

And guess what? At Random Acts of Breadness, we've got just the stuff to make those celebrations extra special. Interestingly, they all begin with the letter "S"...

Sourdough

Sublime

Savory

Sweet

Spicy

There's nothing quite like sharing a loaf of our organic artisan sourdough bread. And there are so many ways to share it: Tearing into a loaf with your bare hands, ripping a chunk of that tender crumb, slathering a swath of French- or American-style butter on it, or dipping it in extra virgin olive oil and/or balsamic vinegar; cutting out the core of a bread bowl loaf and filling it with piping hot chowdah or chili or stew; sharing a slice with your favorite toppings like jams, nut butters, tapenades; making cheese melts; (this could go on for a LONG time but I'm sure you get the idea).

Here are some photos to help you visualize the possibilities...

Most of our full- and petite-size round Sourdough Country Loaves
are scored with Hearts for Val/Gal/Palentine's week ❤

Here's a Sublime gift that will last long after your special day: A loaf of Breadness, a bottle of Ojai's Organic Signature Olive Oil and Ritrovo Selections Organic Balsamic ❤

This Savory ensemble is sure to satisfy the most discriminating palates: A loaf of Breadness, a bottle of Ojai's Tuscan Herb-infused Olive Oil and Ojai's Traditional Style Balsamic ❤

For those who fancy something Sweet for the occasion, this trio will have you imagining Cinnabon: A loaf of Breadness, a pound of Raw Farm Grass-grazed Butter (French Cultured or Lightly Salted American style) and this small but mighty jar of Clif Family Cinnamon Honey ❤

Some like it HOT and for you we've got just the thing: A loaf of Breadness, a jar of Laura Ann's Raspberry Habanero jam and this spicy little jar of Clif Family Hot Cobanero Chili Honey ❤

These are just a few ideas about how to create some unique gifts that will make your Val/Gal/Palentine's Day a most delicious and memorable one!

If possible, order in advance so we can put these items together and have them ready for you when you come to pick them up at the bakery.

We also ship! If you live in southern California (from San Diego to Bakersfield; Santa Barbara to Palm Springs) order before 3pm today (Thursday) and you should have your Breadness Box by Valentine's Day Friday! Add any products you like to the Cart and choose the 1-2 Day Ground Shipping option at checkout.

Here's what we've got at the bakery this week...

— Organic Artisan Sourdough Country Loaf (Batard, Boule, Petite, Bread Bowl)

— Organic Artisan Cinnamon Raisin Maple Pecan Sourdough Loaf (Boule)

— Organic Artisan Cinnamon Raisin Maple Pecan Sourdough Rolls (3 per bag)

— Organic Artisan Sourdough Crisps (Naked, Tuscan Herb, Smoked, Cinnamon Raisin Maple Pecan)

— Blueberry Muffins (Gluten-free, Grain-free, Sugar-free, non GMO)

— Amazing Fresh Coffee, Holland Process (Cup or Demitasse)

— Raw Farm Butter (Cultured Unsalted [French style], Lightly Salted [American style])

— Raw Farm Cheddar Cheese (1 lb.)

— Macadamia Nut Caramels (Sugar-free, 8 per bag)

— Sea Salt Caramels (Sugar-free, 8 per bag)

And our awesome lineup of Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Balsamic Vinegars, Tapenades, and Nut Butters.

Random Acts of Breadness is located at 2214 West Magnolia Blvd in Burbank, 2-1/2 blocks east of Buena Vista on the south side of the street. Order at breadness.com/#shop, or via DoorDash. We also ship locally and nationwide.

We're open Thursday, Friday, Saturday 12 to 6pm, and Sunday 11am to 4pm.

Here's to a most awesome Gal/Pal/Valentine's weekend!

Randall Michael Tobin
Artisan Baker/Chef
Breadness.com

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