The Daily Ferment

10/14/2026

🎉 THE HOLIDAY TEST BAKE RESULTS ARE IN! 🎉
A huge thank you to everyone who joined in on our giveaway!

Look at how beautifully her loaf turned out, and check out what she had to say:

“Sooooo yummy!! Absolutely delicious! My 6, 4 & 2 year old loved it and were all trying to get the biggest piece… and then asked for seconds.” 🤌✨

Getting feedback like this makes my baker's heart so happy! Knowing it’s a massive hit with the whole family means this festive flavor is officially locked in for our holiday menu! 🎄🍞

Thank you all so much for supporting The Daily Ferment as we prep for the holidays. Stay tuned—more delicious test bakes are coming your way very soon! 🤫❤️

10/13/2026

❤ In case you missed it! ❤

10/13/2026

🎉 WE HAVE OUR WINNERS! 🎉
The kitchen smells incredible this morning as we wrap up our latest holiday test bake: Cranberry & Orange Sourdough! 🍊🌿

A HUGE thank you to everyone who dropped a comment and shared what holiday flavors get you most excited. We ran all of your comments through the random picker, and two of you are taking home a fresh prototype loaf today!
Big congratulations to Mike Arnott and Stephanie Anne 🥂✨

Please send a DM to claim your loaf and coordinate your pickup for this afternoon! I can’t wait to hear what you both think of these loaves—your honest feedback is going to help us lock in the official recipe for our holiday menu! 🥖💛

Thank you all for supporting The Daily Ferment as we build out this year's festive menu. Keep an eye on our page... we might just have another sweet holiday creation up our sleeve very soon! 🤫✨

10/12/2026

🎄 CRANBERRY & ORANGE SOURDOUGH GIVEAWAY! 🍊🥖

Testing out some festive flavors for the upcoming Christmas menu, and I want your help to taste-test!

I’ve prepped a batch of my brand-new Cranberry & Orange Sourdough—made with fresh-squeezed orange juice, bright orange zest, and sweet dried cranberries—and I’m splitting it into two half-size mini boules for a special giveaway.

They’ll be baked fresh tomorrow morning and ready to go home with TWO lucky winners tomorrow afternoon for some honest feedback!

How to Enter:
1️⃣ Like this post ❤️
2️⃣ Comment below and tell me your favorite holiday flavor (or tag a friend who loves cranberry-orange!) 💬
3️⃣ Share this post to your story and tag so I can see it ↗️
(Bonus points if the winners share a picture of the slice and crumb when they cut into it!) 📸

The winners will be drawn tomorrow morning before they go in the oven! Good luck, and happy holidays baking season! ✨

10/12/2026

A Thanksgiving note of gratitude & a cozy new rhythm! 🍂❄️
As the first dusting of snow settles and Thanksgiving weekend arrives, my heart is so full. Looking back at this journey, I am beyond grateful for each and every one of you. Your support, warm smiles, and love for fresh sourdough keep me inspired and going every single day!
With the changing weather and the cozy (and busy!) holiday season around the corner, we’re wrapping up our weekly self-serve Friday Porch Stand for the season and transitioning back to what started it all: Custom Pre-Orders & Porch Pickups!
Here is how our winter schedule will work for you:
🥖 Order Anytime, Pick Up When You Need It: You get total flexibility! Need fresh bread for a weeknight dinner or a weekend brunch? Simply give us 72 hours notice, and your order will be baked fresh for your chosen pickup day.
✨ Weekly Featured Specials: Keep an eye on our page every week for featured treats and special pairing deals to add to your orders!
🎄 Christmas Testing & Market Prep: This shift gives us dedicated time in the kitchen to test out exciting new holiday-themed goodies, prep for customized holiday orders, and gear up for our upcoming Artisan Christmas Market on November 21!
🌤️ Surprise Chinook Pop-Ups: Southern Alberta weather loves to keep us guessing! On those gorgeous, warm Chinook days, keep an eye out for surprise pop-up porch stands where you can drop by and grab fresh treats.
Wishing you and your families a wonderful, warm, and blessed Thanksgiving weekend! 🦃✨
❤️ Mel

10/12/2026

A Thanksgiving note of gratitude & a cozy new rhythm! 🍂❄️

As the first dusting of snow settles and Thanksgiving weekend arrives, my heart is so full. Looking back at this journey, I am beyond grateful for each and every one of you. Your support, warm smiles, and love for fresh sourdough keep me inspired and going every single day!

With the changing weather and the cozy (and busy!) holiday season around the corner, we’re wrapping up our weekly self-serve Friday Porch Stand for the season and transitioning back to what started it all: Custom Pre-Orders & Porch Pickups!

Here is how our winter schedule will work for you:
🥖 Order Anytime, Pick Up When You Need It: You get total flexibility! Need fresh bread for a weeknight dinner or a weekend brunch? Simply give us 72 hours notice, and your order will be baked fresh for your chosen pickup day.

✨ Weekly Featured Specials: Keep an eye on our page every week for featured treats and special pairing deals to add to your orders!

🎄 Christmas Testing & Market Prep: This shift gives us dedicated time in the kitchen to test out exciting new holiday-themed goodies, prep for customized holiday orders, and gear up for our upcoming Artisan Christmas Market on November 21!

🌤️ Surprise Chinook Pop-Ups: Southern Alberta weather loves to keep us guessing! On those gorgeous, warm Chinook days, keep an eye out for surprise pop-up porch stands where you can drop by and grab fresh treats.

Wishing you and your families a wonderful, warm, and blessed Thanksgiving weekend! 🦃✨
❤️ Mel

10/10/2026

I hope to see you there!

🎉✨ The countdown is on — we’re just 6 weeks away from the BVCC Artisan Christmas Market! ✨🎉

Get ready for a day filled with local makers, handmade treasures, festive treats, and holiday cheer.
🛍️ Over 40 amazing vendors
☕ Warm drinks at Friends Café
🎨 Fun activities in the Kids Zone
🎶 Christmas music & community spirit

Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 21 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Bow Valley Christian Church. It’s going to be a market you won’t want to miss!

10/10/2026

Today's Thanksgiving pre-orders are finishing up their cooling and will be ready for pickup soon!
Looking at this spread, I am just so overwhelmed with gratitude for this community's incredible support through my little journey. I never expected for this micro-bakery to become such a meaningful part of my life, but I am so endlessly happy that it has. Thank you for welcoming me in and letting me share my passion with your families.
Wishing everyone and your loved ones a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂🥖🧡

❤️ Mel

10/10/2026

Today's Thanksgiving pre-orders are finishing up their cooling and will be ready for pickup soon!
Looking at this spread, I am just so overwhelmed with gratitude for this community's incredible support through my little journey. I never expected for this micro-bakery to become such a meaningful part of my life, but I am so endlessly happy that it has. Thank you for welcoming me in and letting me share my passion with your families.
Wishing everyone and your loved ones a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂🥖🧡

❤️ Mel

10/07/2026

Pre-orders may have officially closed last night, but the prep work is already well underway!

Look at this line-up of classic pumpkin boules about to take a nice, cozy sleep in the fridge to develop that incredible sourdough flavor and texture.

I just want to take a moment to say a massive thank you to everyone who ordered. I am so deeply grateful to each of you for letting me be a small, delicious part of your Thanksgiving table this year.

Wishing you all a wonderful holiday filled with great food and even better company!