A LITTLE LOVIN' FROM THE OVEN

FRESH.
ORGANIC.

Made with love.

Small batch sourdough and goodies made with simple, organic ingredients for real food and real people.

Simple Ingredients

Just the good stuff.
Nothing unnecessary

Organic

No chemicals in your food.

local

Supporting small businesses in our community whenever possible.

homemade

By people you can trust.

Complete Transparency

We believe in honest ingredients and open communication.

about bread shed

our story

It all started with a gifted sourdough starter.

Welcome! I’m Kirsten, the owner & baker here at The Darling Dough Co.

This story started when my daughter brought home a sourdough starter from her mother-in-law-a starter that had been in their family for decades. I named her Doughy Parton, and she’s still the heart of every loaf we bake today.

At first it was just a personal challenge to make better bread. What began as a desire to make healthier, organic bread for my family after learning what was really in grocery store bread quickly turned into a passion-and then a business.

That was about two years ago And The Darling Dough Co. has grown into a family-run cottage licensed, micro bakery. Whether you visit the Bread Shed or see us at local events, you’ll often find our whole family working together, sharing our love of real food
and our community.

We're so glad you're here. ❤️

come visit our

Bread Shed

Our Bread Shed is located at the front of our property on Espola Road in Poway, California.
Look for the little red mailbox!
Simply pull into the driveway, turn left,and you’ll arrive at the Bread Shed.
Please park next to the shed along the fence and avoid blocking the driveway.
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Shop whenever it’s convenient- no appointments and no waiting.
Our Bread Shed is a self-serve bakery built on trust, real food, and community.
Cash & Venmo only.
(No credit cards.)
Open 12 hours a day, so you can stop by whenever it works for you.
Freshly stocked throughout the day. Want to guarantee your favorites?
Sign up for our weekly menu notifications and preorder before they sell out.

Just stopping by? The Bread Shed is stocked daily with fresh sourdough, baked goods, and carefully curated pantry items. You’re always welcome to stop in, but preordering is the best way to guarantee your favorites. 

❤️ A little lovin' from the oven.

❤️ THE DARLING DOUGH CO.

Freshly Baked Daily

Fresh From Our Oven

Explore our handcrafted bakery favorites, available through our weekly ordering menu.

Artisan Sourdough Bread

Naturally fermented sourdough loaves made with organic ingredients and traditional techniques.

Organic sourdough brioche cinnamon rolls

Soft, flavorful focaccia baked fresh with seasonal ingredients.

English Muffins & Baked Treats

Small-batch baked favorites including cookies, seasonal specialties, and more.

FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS

THE DARLING DOUGH CO. IS A SMALL FAMILY BAKERY IN POWAY, CALIFORNIA, CREATING HANDCRAFTED SOURDOUGH BREAD AND BAKED GOODS WITH SIMPLE, QUALITY INGREDIENTS.

Every loaf begins with our wild sourdough starter, Doughy Parton, and is made with organic flour, mineral-rich sea salt, filtered water, and plenty of patience.

We believe great bread does not need shortcuts — just traditional methods, honest ingredients, and care in every batch.

Simple & Convenient

Fresh Bread Is Just a Few Clicks Away

Browse our weekly menu, place your order online through Simply Bread, and pick up your freshly baked favorites from The Bread Shed.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Ordering is easy! Browse our weekly menu through the Simply Bread ordering app, select your favorite handcrafted sourdough breads and baked goods, place your order online, and pick it up from our Bread Shed in Poway, California.

All orders are picked up from The Bread Shed, located on our property in Poway, California. You'll receive pickup details when placing your order through the Simply Bread app.

The Bread Shed is our self-serve pickup location where customers can collect pre-ordered sourdough bread, fresh baked goods, and discover a curated selection of clean pantry products. It's our way of making fresh, local bakery items easily accessible to the community.

Yes, grab-and-go items are available whenever stock allows. Since everything is baked fresh in small batches, availability changes daily. Follow us on Instagram for updates on what's fresh from the oven.

Yes. Because we bake in small batches using traditional methods, many of our breads and baked goods sell out quickly. We recommend placing your order early through our weekly menu to avoid missing out.

We prioritize organic ingredients in our baking, including organic flour, along with mineral-rich sea salt and filtered water. We also carefully select clean pantry products that meet the same quality standards we use in our own home.

Our artisan sourdough bread is naturally fermented using our wild sourdough starter, Doughy Parton, and made without commercial yeast, preservatives, or enriched flour. The result is bread with exceptional flavor, texture, and traditional craftsmanship.

Long fermentation allows our sourdough to develop naturally, creating better flavor, texture, and the authentic character that makes traditional sourdough bread so special. We believe great bread simply takes time.

At this time, we do not offer shipping. We proudly serve our local community with fresh pickup orders from The Bread Shed in Poway, California.

All payments are securely processed through the Simply Bread ordering app.

For Pre-Orders: Cash, Venmo, and credit cards are accepted.

The Bread Shed: Cash and Venmo are accepted at this time.

Available payment options will be clearly displayed during checkout for a smooth and convenient ordering experience.

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