Hangin’ in there!!
We said our farewells to Jason today. Now it’s just the two of us here, running the show!!
BIKE is fixed. The guy at the bike shop fixed it in 5 minutes. I think Matt was just too tired to fix tires at 9pm. I now have 2 spare tubes and hopefully it won’t ever happen again!!!
I had a few pieces of savannah bar crumble for snacks and finally got to sit down to eat at 1:30.
Prepared salad + leftovers to the rescue! Both are key components to quick packed lunches. Make a protein or grain-based salad (like lentils, quinoa, millet), add some veggies and a dressing. Then you can morph it as the week goes on.
Today I took some leftover roasted veggies and piled on some lentil salad and topped all of that with some veggies from our dinner Monday night and hummus
Served with amazing Popeye bread – red pepper, spinach, asiago!
More savannah bar for dessert! Today’s flavor is Apple Cinnamon Chip!
Matt was on the computer all day doing scheduling so I’m just sitting down to blog. My feet are tired!! We’ve also got a 6:30pm phone meeting to talk about bookkeeping, so it’s probably going to be a long night.
Wish I could feed you all a slice of bread!!
Angie @ Musings of a Violet Monkey says
Oooh, that bread DOES look good. Clt GH needs to get on that! 🙂
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Valerie @ City|Life|Eats says
I love grain or legume salads for packed lunches. And hummus makes everything even better 🙂
Kristen @ Change of Pace says
Girl I bet you are tired! You are so BUSY! Enjoy every minute of it though 🙂
Julia says
Went to the GH in Wayne, PA in your honor. Need to try that Popeye bread!
Lisa Fine says
Can you please send us some breads, bars, and muffins? That would be great. 🙂
Glad it’s going well, even though it’s tiring. Once you all get into the groove of everything, you’ll have more time to rest. And at least you gave yourselves one full day off a week.
Holly @ The Runny Egg says
That popeye bread sounds super good!
Jessica @ The Process of Healing says
I wish you could too! I had a Savannah bar from my local GH that had peaches and other fruits and it was AMAZING!
Alexa @ Simple Eats says
That bread looks and sounds awesome! Glad you guys are hangin’ in there!
Kara says
That bread looks freaking fantastically amazing and delicious and I’m jealous. A friend of mine is going to be Cville for a photography conference with her class this weekend. I’m trying to get her to swing by and bring me back some bread and granola!!! (Because the Great Harvest we have in Greensboro just doesn’t have as much bread variety as you do.)
Donna @ Love, Run & Travel says
Ohhh i want that bread – it sounds amazing – spinach in bread? How could it not taste insanely good
Sounds like you are doing a GREAT job 🙂
Claire says
Can’t wait to stop by the new shop!! I’ve been meaning to, but have been so busy with the move up to Birdwood. Once we’re totally in next week we’ll stop by. Can’t wait!!
Hope you’re keeping cool. Aren’t summers in central Va HOT? 🙂
Kate (What Kate is Cooking) says
I wish you could feed me bread too! Sounds sooooo good right now!
Liv @ The Salty n' Sweet says
I would love to have a slice of your delicious looking bread! You’re too kind 😉
Sounds like another long day. I’m sure you and Matt will be more than ok handling the store on your own!
Lauren says
That popeye bread sounds amazing, I need to call my local Great Harvest and ask if they ever make this ASAP.
Maybe you have already done this but it would be great to see the bread making process on your blog sometime, or muffin making, or cookie making, or whatever!! I’m fascinated how places like bakeries make SO much product every day.
KathEats says
I don’t know if I can do that – with confidentiality and all. Maybe!
Lauren says
AH RATS! I thought that might be the case…
Namaste Gurl says
That spinach/ pepper bread looks phenomenal– I agree, totally wish you could all give us bread 🙂 Have a lovely afternoon!
Chelsea @ Go Chelsea Go! says
I wish I could have the bread too! I’ve been seeking out local bread places by new place, because bread is one of those things that I LOVE.
Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says
Yay for your bike!! That popeye bread is genius!!! Sounds like you guys have some awesome loaves… and you’re making me SO hungry!
Krissy @ Shiawase Life says
YAYYYY! So excited to come and get some BREAD!! =D Be there in less than an hour!!!!!!!!!!!!
kris (everyday oats) says
Popeye bread looks and sounds amazing!
Katelyn @ Chef Katelyn says
That is the best best way to make/plan lunches — I make a HUGE batch of quinoa and lentils every few days and just throw those together with some homemade dressing and a salad!
Carol says
The nearest GH is 45 minutes from me and there is not nearly the variety you all have at yours. Wish I was closer!
Amanda (Eating Up) says
That Popeye bread looks amazing!
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says
That Savannah makes me want to move to Savannah or C-Ville…oh that looks good 🙂
Popeye bread – red pepper, spinach, asiago = BEAUTIFUL bread and colors. Wow, so pretty! Food IS art!
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
Wow, I had to double take on that Popeye bread..that’s so cool!! I know one loaf I’m going for if ever getting the chance to visit a GH. 🙂
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
Dang, that spinach bread sounds fantastic! What a great combination! Lunch looks delicious and I’m glad you got the tire fixed!
Lilly says
“Feel you all a piece of bread” I want to feel it haha
The Teenage Taste says
Lentils are quickly beating out chickpeas for my favorite bean. I’ve been eating lentils with everything and in everyway imaginable! Lentil salad, lentil soup, lentil loaf, and lentil dip. I think I’m addicted! 😛
Oh and that bread looks fabulous! I definitely think you should have a giveaway of Great Harvest Bread on your blog sometime soon. Especially for us non-local readers! 🙂
Jenn says
Hey Kath! I am dying to know what savannah bars are! Or at least based on, since I know you may not be alble to devulge the exact recipe. 🙂
I’ve been reading your blog for a year or so now and I must say you sparked my interest in both becoming an RD AND bakery owner!
Way to go! Your husband included 🙂
KathEats says
They’ve got an oat-based crust, lots of fruit and an oat-crumble topping. They are amazing!
Baking 'n' Books says
Do you bake them yourselves? Or are they “sent/shipped”? Do you get fresh stuff daily?
I was also curious about bread baked that doesn’t sell – how long do you keep it for or for reduced sale?…home or to hungry co-workers? 😉
Robyn @ Blueberries and Oats says
I would gladly accept a slice of bread from you any day! Cville is so lucky to have the two of you! Thanks for the lunch tip! I’ve been needing guidance on just that area. ^_^ try to take it easy!
sarah says
You go, girl. And Matt.
That Popeye bread looks every bit as perfect as it is at the GH here. Yum.
Cait's Plate says
I wish you could feed us all a slice of bread as well! It looks AMAZING as always!
Amykinz says
Hey Kath!
Just wanted to let you know that I did a feature post today on Great Harvest Bread Co. Thought you might like to check it out: http://the-miracle-of-punkin.blogspot.com/2011/06/yummiest-healthiest-diabetic-friendly.html
Amykinz says
Oops, that link above is not right. Here’s the right link: http://bit.ly/lnGyxe
jenna k says
that bread! i got some spinach/asiago bread at our farmer’s market last summer, and it was amazing. i bet the addition of red pepper made it out of this world!
sb says
Kath, didn’t you used to have a link to the GH-Cville’s facebook page somewhere around here? I swear I remember seeing it, but now I can’t find it. And unless there is some reason for not posting it that I’m not thinking of… With all the traffic KERF gets, you should have the link on the front page! 🙂
KathEats says
Here it is!
https://www.facebook.com/greatharvestcville
Lisa (bakebikeblog) says
LOvin that lunch!
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
Whoa – that popeye bread sounds like perfection. those are my favorite flavors. 🙂
your lentil lunch looks like my leftover lentil lunch posted in my WIAW. lentils have become one of my favorites since they a) go with everything and b) have so much protein.
Molly @ RDexposed says
That savannah bar looks so good!
erica says
Oh gosh do I love Popeye Bread! Our GH has it only during the weekdays and we usually only have time to go on Saturdays but I scored it once. I need to get back there on Tuesday so I can buy a bunch and freeze it!
I’ve been making these bean+grain salads a lot lately too for my work lunches. They are like the summer equivalent of the various rice+beans I make in fall and winter! This week is quinoa and black beans with veggies and lime vinaigrette!
Penny says
I wish you could feed us all bread too!!! Reading your blog is like torture by baked goods. 🙂
Emily @ Savory and Savage says
I would love a slice of bread!
It looks like things are rolling along in a great way at the bakery. The savannah bar looks yum!
J3nn(Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
I love cooked spinach sandwiches, so that bread looks sooo appetizing to me. Glad you’re hanging in there. Soon you will know it all by heart.
Andrea @ The Skinny Chronicles says
So glad to see the Bakery is going so well already. Looks like you guys are having so much fun! Way to live life carpe diem-style!
Karen says
Yum…I’ll gladly take you up on your bread feeding offer!
I can just feel your exhaustion, Kath. Things will begin to reach a new calmer normal for you pretty soon…hang in there.
I know it’s hard to think re. adding one more to-do to your list, but I betcha a yoga session, or ven a 30 minute solo session, will do a world of good for you. When things are especially hectic and I can’t even think re. downward dogs, is when yoga benefits me most.
In any event, I hope you get some quality zzz’s tonight!
Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife says
I wish you could feed me bread thru the computer too 😉
That popeye bread looks AMAZing!!
Cait @ Beyond Bananas says
I wish you could feed us all bread too 🙂
Michelle (The Runner's Plate) says
Good luck running the show!! I know you guys will do an amazing job!!
Angie says
so do you switch the fruit on the savannah bars daily? we have the same fruit on them everyday (unless of course we run out of something). Apple CC sounds yum! We make an apple CC bread on Saturday 🙂
KathEats says
Yup – we switch! Are you a GH owner!?
Angie says
Nope just worked at one for 5 years (St Cloud!, MN). I just left for a job pertaining to my major a couple weeks ago. Still go in a couple times a week 🙂 🙂
KathEats says
Ah yes, Mike was telling me about you I think!
Angie says
Thats me! Hopefully good things 🙂
Jem says
Changing tires on bikes isn’t as scary as it seems!! I used to leave it up to my Dad (crazy exercise addict) but once he showed me it was really awesome that I could fix punctures myself 🙂
Gina (Yogattude) says
That savannah bar sure does look delish! I’ve also been making bean/grain salad to take for lunch…it really does take so much stress away when I’ve already prepared something and don’t need to think about it in the morning!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
That popeye bread sounds amazing! What great flavours! 😀
lynn @ the actor's diet says
popeye bread – LOVE IT!
Natalie @ Adventures in Jackson says
Hi Kath!
I work at a coffee house and I know what you mean about tired feet! I always wear cute ballet flats to work and then the bottoms of my feet are screamin!
What kind of shoes do you wear at work?
KathEats says
I wear Danskos from Clogscentral.com (a blog gift last year: https://www.katheats.com/veganize)
They are awesome.
Melissa says
Wish I had tried that Popeye bread when I was there! And the Savannah Bars, too! Guess I’ll just have to come back! 😉
Simply Life says
oh that bread looks so fun!
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says
Wish we could all EAT that piece of bread! Good luck to the 2 of you now!
Alex Groff says
The Bread is Fun to make and taste amazing! All the breads at Great Harvest are amazing my Favourites are of course popeye, Cheddar Garlic, and of course CINNAMON CHIP.
kristacular says
that bread looks AMAZING!
Angel7 says
Oh my… The Popeye Bread sounds sooo delicious!!! I love the combination of yummy ingredients!
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Lenna says
Mmmhhh, Popey breas looks totally delicious! And mixing lentils with some grains plus veggies always makes a perfect lunch/dinner:)
Khushboo says
Both the popeye bread and savanah look amazing! I eat sandwiches once a week or so but i think that would change to once a day if I had a GH around!
skinny latte says
Popeye bread?! That sounds incredible!! 😀
Marissa says
Mmmm, that Popeye bread looks so good! I want to try making my own bread, but I can’t find any good 100% whole wheat recipes… I don’t want to bake some, and then feel guilty about eating it… I want to bake some, and feel good about feeding my body good wholesome food!
diane says
I love cooking ahead for take-along meals. I am quickly becoming obsessed with quinoa…always have loved lentils. How long do you think each would keep in the fridge without other things mixed in? I am thinking 3-4 days?
Diane
p.s….loving your blog!
KathEats says
Absolutely!
Jenn@slim-shoppin says
I think that’s going to be the hard part for you is sitting down to eat a normal meal during the day, but great idea with the leftover veggies and lentils – very healthy and yummy.
Glad everything is going OK for you and the shop – so exciting!