Loaf Bakery and Restaurant in Fernie celebrated its five year anniversary on December 20, cutting into a cake and welcoming eager locals through its doors.
“We had a really great time and lots of local faces came in, which was nice,” said owner Phil Gadd. “We're so grateful for all the local support we've received since 2009,” added his wife Claire.
Over five years, Loaf has expanded from its original small location, a miners cottage on 6th ave. to its current premises on 2nd ave. as well as a smaller store in Sparwood that was acquired in February 2014.
“We’ve grown from a small five-person company to employing over 20 employees … It’s been a pretty rapid journey, but a good one,” said Gadd.
Gadd noted that locals seem to embrace the hand-made products that Loaf is famous for, notably their artisanal bread.
Customers present had their names entered into a draw to win a Christmas basket during the celebrations.