The open house was a big success!! And how cute is this card Krissy made for us!!!!
We spent the afternoon snacking on oranges + cinnamon chip
And put the finishing touches on everything. Thanks SO much to the Great Harvest crew, Paul, Janet, Lauren and Mike, for all of their help!! We really could not have done this without them!
Also, our crew is totally awesome. They’ve gotten right into the groove and are doing so awesome!
We had a little of everything ready for sampling –
People seemed to love the breads!!
Thanks a MILLION to Jefferson Vineyards for adding such a nice touch to the evening.
I sipped on one of each of their most delicious – Pinot Gris, Viognier, Cab Franc and the delicious Meritage
And MOM and DAD arrived just in time!! Dad’s favorite item was the Curried Tuna Sandwich and Mom can’t decided between the Lemony Hummus Sandwich, the Savannah Bars, Garlic Cheddar and the Scuffins!
Happy Bakery and Happy Anniversary!! Poor Matt and me – we didn’t have time to exchange cards this year, but we got to share an amazing day
Bedtime!!
Jenny @ Fitness Health and Food says
happy anniversary!!!!
what a beautiful spread and a fabulous way to celebrate such a special day! 🙂
Best wishes for another 50 + years! 🙂
Amy says
Congratulations! Good luck tomorrow – what an accomplishment for you both!
Amy at TheSceneFromMe says
What a wonderful array of good stuff you had tonight, I wish I was closer to partake! Happy Anniversary to you both!
Krissy - Shiawase Life says
It was such a fun event! I loved, well, EVERYTHING!
Thanks for having us, and I am so glad you liked the card =)
Tell your mom I said HI! Well, she will read this comment…so, HI! =)
MOM says
Hi Krissy! Such fun to meet you and I love your clever card!
Barbara
Krissy @ Shiawase Life says
Likewise! =) Thanks for the kind words!
Kathi says
Happy Anniversary and Happy Open House Day! So glad your parents arrived to join in the festivities!!
Holly @ The Runny Egg says
Happy Anniversary and Congrats on a successful open house!
Samantha says
Wow! Congrats on your new business and marriage <3 you guys! XO
Kel says
I’ll take one of each!
Happy anniversary and a lifetime of happiness, bread, and success!
Liv @ The Salty n' Sweet says
Congrats on a successful day 🙂
Look at all of your stocked shelves! Your store is real!!!
Those brownie bites look so delicious, but so does everything else 😀
Molly @ RDexposed says
Congrats on opening tomorrow!! Everything looks great-from pictures anyways.
Katie says
Congratulations and Happy Anniversary!
The bakery looks amazing and I hope once you get passed the initial open, you guys can take a little time to relax. You sure deserve it! Meanwhile, I’m going to drool over all of those delicious looking breads, sweets, sandwiches (& of course) wine! Looks like the open house was a success. 🙂
Amanda says
Congratulations on the opening. I’m new to reading your blog, and I’ve enjoyed watching the progression of these last few weeks. My husband and I are big fans of your oatmeal creations. I have some bread baking in my oven as I type this which seems most fitting for the occasion. Again, congratulations!
sally mae says
I am so excited for you guys! What a journey! 🙂
Mary Frances says
Your Open House looked like the place to be. Everything looks perfect, including that nice family photo you posted…maybe you can get a framed print and hang it in the office. You are so fortunate to have Karen and your mom and dad there to share this milestone with Matt and yourself. Congratulations and Happy Anniversary.
Colleen says
Awesome! Good luck with opening day tomorrow!
faith says
You and the bakery looked beautiful! Thanks for a delicious and nutritious dinner, everything was SO good.
I forgot to mention happy anniversary earlier but happy anniversary! Best wishes for a wildly successful opening day tomorrow.
xo
r8chel says
Oh my goodness. That card is adorable and perfect for your anniversary + the eve of the official opening of the bakery! Good luck tomorrow!!
Krissy @ Shiawase Life says
Thanks for the kind words about the card. =)
MelanieF says
Happy Anniversary and Happy Opening !
Christine says
I think starting a business you guys are both passionate about TOGETHER is one of the best anniversary celebrations ever. Congrats!
saikhan says
Congratulations! and Good luck!
Larbs says
Can’t believe I missed all those free baked goods!!!!!
Mary Frances says
Yeah, but when you pass through there, I’ll bet they’ll take care of that for you!
Sarah @ The Strength of Faith says
I’m so happy for you guys! I can’t wait to stop by when my husband and I are vacationing this summer!
Olena says
Looks amazingly well-organized and so much fun! Wishing you all the success in the world.
MaryBe says
Congratulations!. Enjoy all of how special this day is to you both
Dee says
Ahh, looks like it was a great time! How exciting! I can’t wait to visit one day!
KT @ VegBergers says
CONGRATULATIONS KATH!!! It looks incredible!! :):)
Candy (Healthy in Candy Land) says
Congratulations! And Happy Anniversary! The bakery looks so great–I love how you decorated it and have everything displayed. It’s by far the nicest bakery I’ve seen, and I’m sure it’s even better in person. You two should be so proud. Good luck!
Jil @ Big City, Lil Kitchen says
Looks like it was an amazing evening!! Happy Anniversary – and that card is just too perfect!
Vanessa says
Gahh I just felt all warm and fuzzy inside from this post!! So glad your open house went well!! You guys are incredible. Good luck on your opening day!!!
Eileen says
The bakery looks really, really beautiful. Congrats on a great open house, and HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
Katelyn @ Chef Katelyn says
That card is so cute!!! I love the setup, everything looks very classy but still very fun:) Hopefully I will visit one day!!
Krissy @ Shiawase Life says
Thanks, Katelyn. I am so glad I was able to contribute to the fun of the Open House. =) You will love the bakery when you come to visit one day!
Laura (On the Threshold of Greatness) says
It’s really here! How exciting! 😀 It must feel SO good to see all of your hard work pay off.
Good luck with opening weekend!
Angie says
What a busy day! Congratulations. The open house looks amazing. I definitely need to make a trip to our local Great Harvest.
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says
As crazy as your day sounds, what a perfect way to celebrate your anniversary! A successful openhouse and the day before your business opens! Good luck tomorrow!
Katie @ Healthy Heddleston says
Kath, that pink dress looks really pretty on you 🙂
Tammy says
Congratulations on both your anniversary and opening! Good*Luck, and may you have many many many years of success!!!
Lauren says
Happy Anniversary!!! Everything looks so awesome, you guys are going to do so well with your business! Your parents look so happy and proud! 🙂
Mary says
Happy anniversary and congratulations on the opening of the bakery!!! What a wonderful day for you both. You both look so happy and relaxed. Best wishes for a great year.
Amanda @ The Beauty Notebooks says
Happy Anniversary and Bakery Open House! Looks like a great evening: wish I could have been there!
I love cinnamon chip bread from GH!
LOVE the card, Krissy!
Krissy @ Shiawase Life says
Thanks, Amanda! =)
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
Wow, incredible!!! Congrarulations on a successful open house!! This is really making me wish I were there!
Angela (Oh She Glows) says
You will never ever forget this anniversary! What a lovely memory. Congrats on the grand opening. 🙂
Krissy needs to sell her cards…I would buy them!
kaila @ healthy helper! says
That card is adorable! Homemade are the best and that one is really creative! 🙂
Mama Pea says
Congratulations you guys. I wish I had been there to sample the goods and wish you good luck. I know your bakery is going to be every bit as successful as your marriage!
Sarah Rose says
Love Jefferson Vineyards & that awesome card!!
Emily @ One Sweet Vegan says
Congratulations on your open house and your anniversary! 🙂
staceyhealthylife says
What a great day. Everything looks amazing and you two look so happy. It’s been fun watching all of it come together. You two will do amazing and achieve great success. You can’t go wrong with great harvest bread, it’s a winner.
Nancy~The Wife of a Dairyman says
congratulations!! gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! i wish the two of you unlimited success:)
kate says
What an amazing way to spend your anniversary!!
Julie @ Wearing Mascara says
Congrats Kath! I know this has been a long time coming. You and Matt must be so proud!!!! Love that card too – so cute.
Sheri says
Happy Anniversary to you both! What a wonderful event you had! Everything looked just gorgeous. You and Matt look so happy and proud! Good Luck tomorrow 🙂
Donna says
Aaawww. Look at Karen. She is amazing. So adorable and such an inspiration considering what she’s been through. So happy she has made her presence such an important part of your new business, (oh, wait, she was in a picture but didn’t see any mention of her by name…only Kath’s “Mom and Dad”).
Mary Frances says
Beautiful Karen was not left out; she is a key cog in the wheel of the business. She did lots in getting the bakery to this point. It was recently posted she had even washed 100 bread pans. Also, I believe she is in charge of the accounting for the bakery. Names were actually not identified for the photograph; just above it was a mention that mom and dad arrived just in time, and below it was a mention Kath and Matt did not get around to exchanging Anniversary cards this year. I guess since Karen is such a key part of the Bakery, Kath probably felt introductions were not necessary; however, if someone is new to following the blog, they might not be in-the-know. You are right though, Karen is amazing, adorable and an inspiration! 🙂
Erin says
I think it’s sweet how you are always number one to jump to Kath’s defense! 🙂
Alana in Atlanta says
Really? I think its freaking weird.
Mary Frances says
Erin, thank you 🙂 Just didn’t know if Donna was a regular reader and thought it might be helpful to put it together for her or anybody else who’s not a regular since things are so busy for Kath right now–might not have, otherwise, gotten recognized. Guess I had a little extra time recently. Alana (BTW…such a beautiful name), sorry to freak you out. I guess if everybody in this world were the same, life wouldn’t be interesting. It really is not my intention to upset anyone. Sorry :/ and enjoy Kath’s experiences!
lynn @ the actor's diet says
incredible day, kath! happy anniversary too. congrats to you and your family.
Wendy says
Long,long,long time at least 3xs daily reader from Ontario, Canada. Congrats to all of you, your new business looks awesome! I wish you much success. I wish it was in my town! lol
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
Happy Anniversary! That is the cutest card!!!
What is the crowd’s most popular item? My stomach is growling just looking that all that deliciousness. 🙂
P.S. You and your mom look JUST alike!
J3nn(Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
Happy anniversary to you and Matt!!
Congrats on a successful open house! Everything looks wonderful, and I love the family photo!! Everyone is glowing. Please tell Karen she looks gorgeous!
kris (everyday oats) says
Congrats on a successful open house! It looks like you have a fantastic bakery there!
Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife says
COngrats on a beautiful open house! I SO want all those yummy things. Can I come there too?! 🙂
Happy anniversary as well!
char @ char on a mission says
Even without exchanging cards, I’m sure it was a memorable anniversary. Congrats!
Rachel says
I sooo love you two. I’ve never been your way, but have dreams of visiting your store and meeting you two! Congratulations on everything-all of your hard work paying off, maintaining your commitment, giving the world such a big piece of yourself. So, so happy for you both, and hoping you’re lying down with a happy heart and a huge sense of accomplishment this evening!! Cheers to you both!!!
JessZ says
So happy and excited for you… what a big couple of days! How neat that your parents are there to share in this awesome time with you. Many blessings on your business and future! 🙂
Ella says
Congratulations on your anniversary AND all your incredible hard work! I have been so impressed with your ability to get everything done, blog, make homemade meals, get exercise AND stay sane! (Or so it seems =)
My parents moved to a new town and started their own business from the ground up when they were around your age, before they had kids etc. It thrived for 30 years before they finally sold it and retired very happily. Although I wasn’t there when it all began, I absorbed over time from observation just how very, very, very hard they worked being small business owners. No one understands how much effort/time/responsibility goes into owning your own business. Best wishes to you both!
Mary Frances says
What kind of business did they own?
Ella says
A dental practice – my dad is a dentist. So not quite the same as a bakery, but a small business is a small business!
Mary Frances says
So true… and they deserve to enjoy this next phase of their lives after 30 years of hard work and dedication.
Hannah (tickledtofu) says
How exciting! Happy anniversary!
Alaina says
What a wonderful opening night soiree! I’ll bet the store is going to be packed tomorrow. 🙂
Mary Frances says
I believe the bakery will be packed regularly.
Lisa (bakebikeblog) says
Congrats guys 🙂 You really should feel so very proud of this huge achievement!
Jessica says
Good luck tomorrow! I bet tonight feels like Christmas Eve with anticipation! We’ll be thinking of you in San Francisco and I will send my C’Ville family your way.
Kristi says
Kath, Just a little peep to say that everything looked so great and successful! What an exciting anniversary full of new dreams and adventures! Wish you guys all the best!
Lauren @ Sassy Molassy says
Congrats on an AWESOME opening! Looks like everything went well.
Ashley says
Sooooo freaking amazing!!!!!
Julia says
Happy anniversary! Yum all the bread looks amazing! Congrats 🙂
Khushboo says
What a fabulous spread! The lucky citizens of C-VIlle! It’s officially June 3rd in Mumbai which is opening day! Thinking of guys and wish u all the luck for the bakery opening!
Katie says
Congratulations Kath! Love your blog, love following the progress of your business – inspirational! Katie X
Christine (The Raw Project) says
Wow, congrats! Looks like a huge success! Happy anniversary too! 🙂
Marina says
Congratulations on the awesome night! Everything looked perfect, and I’m glad it all went smootly 🙂
Lenna says
Congrats!!!! It all looks so amazing! Dreams come true, don´t they? :))
Chelsea @ Go Chelsea Go! says
Happy Anniversary!! It looks like the Open House was a great success–which may be the best anniversary present of all 🙂
Kari @ bite-sized thoughts says
Congratulations!! On the bakery opening and on your anniversary – what a day. All of your tasting breads look fantastic (I wish I could come across and buy some!) and I hope the next week goes well 🙂
charyll ruggeroli says
Hurray for you guys! Best wishes and success to you!
I am a follower of you site for probably 2 years now. You are better than the daily news. I check in with you almost daily. Not sure what that says about my life but I always feel good after viewing your blog.
I found you looking for spelt info. And you had the very best. Been hooked ever since.
Love you grandma’s pictures. And your family. My prayers are with Karen.
I am a grandma also.
From Las Vegas,
Charyll
Justeen @ Blissful Baking says
Sounds like a wonderful way to spend your anniversary together! Congratulations again 🙂
Sarah says
Dear Kath,
I have been reading your blog for a while but haven’t commented. So, here I am. I hope opening day goes well. I’m sure your bakery will be a great success, especially as it’s opening on my birthday 🙂 Sending lots of good intentions. And Happy Anniversary (June 2nd my parents wedding anniversary too!).
Love Sarah
Kelly says
Congratulations! I would love to try great harvest bread it looks great!
Robin says
Congratulations! I’ve been following your daily progress. You should be so proud of yourselves!
Best of luck!
Annika says
Happy Anniversary! And all the best wishes for an exciting and successful future! All your wares look delish!
Kerry says
Well done Kath and Matt! The bakery looks fantastic, wish I could visit! I’m sure it will be a huge success
Carol says
Congrats on your anniversary and the open house! Everything looks great..all that hard work payed off! Best of luck with your opening day today!
Ilana says
Yay! Many congrats all around! I am thrilled for you guys!
Ps: can’t wait to visit and try those pumpkin muffins!
Jumanah @ Healthy Living in the Middle East says
Congrats on the grand opening of the bakery! It looks so nice! All your hard work definately paid off.
Happy Anniversary 🙂
Cait @ Beyond Bananas says
That card is SO cute!
Congrats on the open house.. everything there looks amazing!
Krissy @ Shiawase Life says
Thanks for the kind words about the card. =) I had fun making it and am honored that Kath would put it on her blog!
Jennifer says
Congrats on the open house! I loved the look of everything (especially the baked goods!).
Also, can I just say your mom looked exquisite! I hope to look half as good as her when I am her age! 🙂 Happy Anniversary you two lovebirds!
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
Congratulations! The bakery looks amazing and I have a feeling you will be extremely successful!
Keelie says
I think your gorgeous bakery is the best anniversary present ever! And HOW CUTE is that card?!!!
Everything looks stunning, and I LOVE the idea of a scuffin! 🙂
Krissy @ Shiawase Life says
Thanks, Keelie!
Averie (LoveVeggiesAndYoga) says
Congrats, Kath and Matt!!!
What an awesome anniversary present to have this monkey off your backs! I mean that it’s open for business! 🙂 CONGRATS!
And those brownies, the desserts, the bread, the samples, the wine, the antique dressers for everything…i am loving every.single.thing!
Lauren says
Kath! Congratulations!!!! The evening seemed to go off without a hitch. 🙂 So proud of you guys.
Kierstan @ Life {and running} in Iowa says
Congratulations on both your open house and anniversary! What a fun adventure.
elizabeth says
Congrats on the opening!! That card is AWESOME And the place looks great. My eyes went right for those little brownies!
Krissy @ Shiawase Life says
Thanks, Elizabeth!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
I’m glad it was such a success! Congrats and happy anniversary to the both of you! 🙂
Canadian Colleen says
Congrats to you both – loved reading your blog about your new adventure
Jen says
congratulations kath and matt! the store looks great! wishing you a wonderful opening day. good luck!!!
Katherina @ Zephyr Runs says
Happy bakery day!!! How exciting! Those pictures look delicious… your food pictures always look delicious. Perhaps some GH wall art of the bread pictures? 😛
Sonya says
How fun! Everything looks so good! One of the items looks especially delicious, the granola on bottom and top with what seems to be berries in the middle https://www.katheats.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/IMG_0608Blog.jpg
The little card is hard to read. What is this creation and how can I make it or get it?
Thank you.
KathEats says
It’s a Savannah Bar and they are DELICIOUS!! Sold at Great Harvests!!
Gail Crane says
Congratulations Kath and Matt on your new bakery. “The Ladies” want to come up sometime and buy us some bread! The place looks great! Also Happy Anniversary!
KathEats says
Thanks Gail!!! Hope you guys can come up soon – that would be so fun!
E says
Congratulations, Kath & Matt! Looks like the open house was a success & a fun anniversary ‘date’! 🙂
Hope says
Congrats! What a special way to celebrate your opening and anniversary! 🙂
Lindsey @ Morningstar Project says
Happy Anniversary and Bakery opening!! You have quite the talented and supportive Great Harvest team! I’m moving back to Maryland soon so my husband and I are definitely going to make a road trip down to C-ville to stop by the bakery!
Ashley O. @ The Vegetable Life says
Wow everything looks amazing! These pictures make me want to find my closest great harvest bread which is a few hours from me I believe and drive there just to try it out!!!!
Sue says
Happy Anniversary Kath & Matt! I’m a long-time blog reader from Canada and I have been following your journey with great interest! I first found your blog when starting my weight loss journey and was completely hooked! I’m a daily reader and I am inspired by your approach to healthly living & eating. What a team you two are and your accomplishments are impressive….I’m sure your parents are oh so proud! Wishing you many years of happiness and great success with your business…who knows maybe I’ll get to meet you someday….Charlottesville certainly looks like a place I would love to visit!!
Hannah says
Such cute tiny mini triangle sandwiches!
Aileen says
Congratulations! Can I tell you how excited I am to visit you guys at Great Harvest? I may have to stop in Saturday morning on my way to the farmer’s market! 🙂
Tamra says
WOW! All beautiful and delicious looking. You are such an inspiration – such a “can do” zest for life!
Win says
Congratulations! I cannot wait to visit, and I’ll bring some more NC beer when I do!
Amy Tolbert says
That bread looks so good! I wish we had a Great Harvest close, as I have never had it. The store looks great! If I am ever your way I will be stopping by 🙂
birdie to be says
Everything looks absolutely lovely! Great place, amazing looking food! Congrats! I hope to come visit one day!
birdie to be says
Everything looks absolutely lovely! Great place, scrumptious looking food! Congrats! I hope to come visit one day!
erica says
that card is the cutest card everrrr!
Krissy @ Shiawase Life says
Thanks, Erica. =)
[email protected] says
are you going to be carrying any of the nut butters lines you love at the store? Also, please tell me you are going to sell the great harvest cinnamon swirl bread there!! Other than in charlotte I haven’t found another GH that sells it!
Angel7 says
I am glad that your open house was a success! I wish I could have been there to sample everything 🙂
And the journey begins… 🙂
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Lauren @ MRS says
Congratulations to you guys! Everything looked so good, and those breads looked so delectable. Good luck, and here’s to a great start, cheers!
Michael Tavallaei says
wow great idea!
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