Gifted Breads, Llc

What Gifted Breads, Llc does

Gifted Breads, LLC is a Chicago-based artisan bakery founded in 2019 by Tathy, a celiac disease sufferer and former lawyer, to produce gluten-free bread that replicates the taste and texture of traditional French bakery products. The company manufactures a portfolio of gluten-free and vegan breads — including the flagship Demi-Baguette, French Dinner Rolls, Pretzel Rolls, Large Baguette, and an allergen-free vegan line (Pretzel Baguette, Bun, Vegan Demi-Baguette) — using a proprietary whole-grain flour blend of brown rice and sorghum (sourced from regenerative farms), tapioca and potato starches, extra virgin olive oil, and xanthan gum. Production occurs in a 100% dedicated gluten-free facility certified by GFCO, with cRc Kosher, Non-GMO, and Certified B Corporation credentials, and products are free from gluten, dairy, nuts, soy, sesame, seed oils, and artificial preservatives.

The business operates a hybrid go-to-market model combining direct-to-consumer e-commerce through an owned Shopify storefront (with UPS shipping, pickup at the Chicago facility, and gift cards in $25-$250 denominations) with broad wholesale distribution across 700+ retail doors in 30 states. Flagship retail placement is in the Sprouts Farmers Market refrigerated bakery section nationwide, supplemented by Whole Foods Chicago, Central Market Texas, and The Fresh Market freezer sections, plus marketplace availability on Amazon, Instacart, and Misfits Market, and food-service distribution through Fortune Fish & Gourmet, Pod Foods, Faire, and Airgoods. The Canadian market is served via Natura Market.

Pricing ranges from $9-$14 per unit pack with tiered multipack discounts (10% off 4/6/8-pack options) and an entry-level $4.59 sample bag driving trial. The company is bootstrapped (no funding rounds disclosed), privately held as a women- and minority-owned LLC with 1-10 employees, and operates from two Chicago locations (headquarters at 135 N Kedzie Ave and a pickup/operations site at 2021 W Fulton St). Customer traction is evidenced by 663 verified reviews averaging 83% 5-star ratings, with French Dinner Rolls rated 4.66/5 (173 reviews) and Demi-Baguettes 4.5/5 (280 reviews).

Name

Gifted Breads, Llc

Legal name

Gifted Breads, LLC

Website

https://giftedbreads.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Chicago-based artisan bakery producing gluten-free and vegan breads and rolls made with proprietary whole-grain flour blends and free from top allergens, sold DTC and through 700+ retail locations including Sprouts nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Gluten-Free Artisan Bakery

NAICS

Bread and Bakery Product Manufacturing (31181), Commercial Bakeries (311812), Bakeries and Tortilla Manufacturing (3118)

SIC

Bakery Products (2050), Wholesale-Groceries, General Line (5141)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Bakery Manufacturing (Gluten-Free, Artisan, Health-Focused) (AFAKAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bread & Rolls Manufacturing (AFAKAAAA), Frozen Bakery Products Manufacturing (AFAKAAAF), Pretzels & Savory Baked Snacks Manufacturing (AFAKAIAD), Bread & Rolls Wholesale (AFAIAFAA)

Keywords

• Gluten-free artisan bread
• Allergen-friendly bakery
• Vegan baked goods
• Frozen bread products
• Wholesale bakery distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct-to-Consumer E-commerce: Online sales through owned Shopify storefront (giftedbreads.com) where customers purchase individual products, multipacks, and gift cards shipped frozen directly to their homes via UPS. Primary revenue stream with 663 customer reviews indicating active consumer base.
2. Wholesale / Retail Distribution: Bulk sales to retailers (Sprouts, Whole Foods, Central Market, The Fresh Market) and through distributors (Fortune Fish & Gourmet, Pod Foods, Faire, Airgoods). Products stocked in refrigerated bakery and freezer sections nationwide. Frozen shelf life of over 6 months enables wide retail distribution.
3. Marketplace (Amazon / Instacart): Products available through Amazon for direct delivery and Instacart for same-day local delivery from partner retail stores. Instacart also used as fulfillment mechanism for DTC orders in certain markets.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels9 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Gifted Breads produces gluten-free, allergen-friendly artisan breads and rolls — including demi-baguettes, dinner rolls, pretzel rolls, large baguettes, and a vegan line of buns and pretzel baguettes — made from a proprietary whole grain flour blend with extra virgin olive oil and no artificial preservatives. Products are manufactured in a 100% dedicated gluten-free facility and sold direct-to-consumer via a Shopify storefront, through major grocery retailers (Sprouts, Whole Foods, Central Market, The Fresh Market), and via Amazon, Instacart, Misfits Market, and named wholesale distributors.

Product overview

Gifted Breads is a Chicago-based artisan bakery specializing in gluten-free breads that taste like traditional bakery bread. The core product portfolio centers on the Gluten-Free French Demi-Baguette (the original 2019 launch and best-seller), complemented by Gluten-Free French Dinner Rolls, Gluten-Free Pretzel Rolls, Gluten-Free Large Baguette, Gluten-Free and Vegan Pretzel Baguette, and Gluten-Free and Vegan Buns. All breads share common characteristics: crunchy crust, soft airy interior, made with whole grain sorghum and brown rice flour, extra virgin olive oil, free from artificial preservatives and seed oils. The Vegan line excludes eggs for fully plant-based options. Products ship frozen and require oven reheating. Bundling options include Demi-Baguette Multipacks (4/6/8 units with 10% discount) and the Best Sellers combination pack (36 pieces total). Sample bags offer tasting portions for new customers. The company also offers branded merchandise (Signature Apron) and digital gift cards. Retail distribution includes Sprouts nationwide, Whole Foods Chicago, Central Market, The Fresh Market, Amazon, Instacart, and Natura Market (Canada).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Gluten-Free French Demi-Baguette Artisanal gluten-free French demi-baguette (~6 inches each) with a crunchy crust and soft, warm, airy interior, made with whole grain sorghum and brown rice flour and extra virgin olive oil. Pack of 6.
• Gluten-Free French Dinner Rolls Handmade gluten-free French dinner rolls (~2.5 inches each) with a crunchy crust and soft, airy interior, rated 4.66/5 from 173 reviews. Pack of 12.
• Gluten-Free Pretzel Rolls Gluten-free pretzel rolls with a unique chewy texture and golden crust, delivering an authentic pretzel experience. Pack of 12 (~2.5 inches each). Available via subscription/deferred purchase and on Misfits Market.
• Gluten-Free Large Baguette Larger gluten-free baguette option with a satisfying crunchy crust and soft, warm, airy interior that goes from freezer to oven in less than 12 minutes.
• Gluten-Free and Vegan Pretzel Baguette First gluten-free and vegan pretzel baguette, combining the characteristics of a traditional pretzel with a baguette format. Chewy texture and golden crust, free from the top 14 allergens. Pack of 4 (8 inches each).
• Gluten-Free and Vegan Bun (Allergen-Friendly) Gluten-free, vegan, and allergen-friendly bun for sandwiches and burgers, free from the top 14 allergens including gluten, eggs, nuts, soy, and sesame. Crafted with whole grain sorghum and brown rice flour, extra virgin olive oil, and organic psyllium husk powder. Pack of 4 (3.5 inches each).
• Demi-Baguette Multipack Multi-pack option for the flagship Gluten-Free French Demi-Baguette, offering tiered 10% discounts on 4, 6, or 8-pack bundles.
• Gifted Breads Best Sellers Bundle Curated bundle combining 2 bags of Demi-Baguettes (12 total, 6 inches each) and 2 bags of French Dinner Rolls (24 total) for 36 pieces total.
• Gluten-Free Sample Bag Entry-level tasting sampler with 1 demi-baguette, 2 French dinner rolls, and 2 pretzel rolls (5 full-size breads total) for new customers.
• Gluten-Free & Vegan Sample Bag Vegan tasting sampler featuring 1 vegan bun, 1 vegan pretzel baguette, and 1 vegan demi-baguette (3 full-size breads).
• Gifted Breads Gift Card Digital gift card available in $25, $50, $75, $100, and $250 denominations for online gift purchases of gluten-free bread products.
• Gifted Breads Signature Apron Limited-edition branded apron featuring the signature navy-and-cream circle design with an embroidered gold 'gb' logo, made from sturdy easy-care fabric with long side ties.

Quantifiable outcome

• 663 verified customer reviews with 83% 5-star ratings
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fortune Fish & GourmetcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary food service and wholesale distributor for Gifted Breads, enabling placement in restaurants, hotels, and gourmet food service operations. Products available through their catalog for B2B ordering.
• Pod FoodscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndependent food and beverage distribution platform enabling Gifted Breads to reach independent grocery retailers and food service operators. Direct ordering link available via podfoods.co.
• FaireminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline wholesale marketplace connecting Gifted Breads with independent retailers. Enables small retailers to discover and order Gifted Breads products through Faire's platform.
• AirgoodsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWholesale distribution platform for Gifted Breads products, complementing other distributor relationships.
• GIG CarescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with GIG Cares (Gluten Intolerance Group) to support gluten-free community food insecurity. Gifted Breads donates products to those in need. Understanding that gluten-free diets can cost up to 183% more, this partnership addresses a critical community need while building brand affinity.
• Natura MarketcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCanadian online grocery delivery service enabling Gifted Breads to expand into the Canadian market, shipping bread products directly to Canadian consumers' doorsteps.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Schar: European-headquartered market leader in gluten-free baked goods with extensive U.S. distribution. Overlaps broadly with Gifted Breads across gluten-free breads but operates at much greater scale and SKU breadth.

Emerging players

• Simple Mills: Better-for-you CPG brand focused on clean-ingredient crackers, cookies, and baking mixes. Shares Gifted Breads' clean-ingredient, allergen-aware consumer base, though its core product set is non-bread baked goods.

Direct peers

• Little Northern Bakehouse: Gluten-free and allergen-friendly bread brand (Weston Foods) producing buns, loaves, and bagels. Overlaps directly with Gifted Breads' gluten-free and vegan/allergen-friendly positioning in U.S. natural and mainstream grocery.
• French Meadow Bakery: Long-standing artisan gluten-free and sprouted-grain bakery brand with national natural-foods distribution. Competes in similar gluten-free breads and bakery SKUs sold through Sprouts, Whole Foods, and other natural channels.
• BFree Foods: Gluten-free wraps, bread, and rolls brand with strong U.S. natural-channel presence. Directly comparable product formats (buns, rolls) and shared allergen-friendly value proposition targeting celiac and gluten-sensitive consumers.
• Base Culture: Certified gluten-free, paleo, and allergen-friendly baked goods brand. Highly comparable on the clean-ingredient, allergen-free positioning and the target 'health-conscious' consumer overlapping with Gifted Breads' vegan/allergen line.
• Canyon Bakehouse: Colorado-based gluten-free bread brand owned by Hain Celestial, sold nationally in mainstream grocery. Directly competes with Gifted Breads in gluten-free sliced breads, buns, and rolls across overlapping retail channels.
• Udi's Gluten Free: Established gluten-free bread and baked-goods brand owned by Conagra. Competes head-to-head in gluten-free sliced breads, rolls, and buns across mainstream U.S. retail, including the freezer section where Gifted Breads also competes.
• Bread SRSLY: Small, premium gluten-free sourdough bread brand focused on naturally fermented, whole-grain GF loaves. Comparable artisanal positioning and celiac-focused consumer, though at smaller scale and narrower format set than Gifted Breads.
• Three Bakers: Gluten-free bread brand offering whole-grain and snack-style baked goods. Comparable product format (frozen, gluten-free breads) and overlapping health-conscious consumer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/giftedbreads
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gifted-breads

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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