A Home-Based, Microbakery
In Des Moines, Iowa

SPECIALIZING IN SMALL-BATCH, HANDMADE, ARTISAN SOURDOUGH BREAD

How To Get Bread

Indulge the fresh, handcrafted sourdough bread with Bread by Chelsa. Find our artisanal loaves at various Des Moines metro locations, including local shops, convenient preorders, pop-ups, and restaurants. With wholesale distribution across the metro, getting your hands on our delicious bread is easy.

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You can currently purchase our sourdough products most Fridays at our trusted wholesale partners during their regular operating hours, Each spot offers a unique selection for drop-in pickup.

If you prefer planning ahead and want to secure your bread, most of our wholesale partners accept preorders up to a week before our scheduled delivery. 

Feel free to choose the method that works best for you, and get ready to indulge in our freshly baked goodness!

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  • You can currently purchase our sourdough products directly from local shops, through preorders, at pop-ups, and restaurants in Des Moines. Our diverse locations offer a variety of sourdough bread options, ensuring there's something for every taste.

    Discover fresh, handcrafted sourdough bread most Fridays at our trusted wholesale partners during their regular operating hours, Each spot offers a unique selection for drop-in pickup.

    Subscribe to our newsletter for an up-to-date schedule and weekly menu or follow us on social media to be notified of additional sales.

  • If you prefer planning ahead and want to secure your bread, most of our Des Moines wholesale partners accept preorders for our sourdough items up to a week before our scheduled delivery.  Check out the full list of stockists for details on how to preorder.

    Preorder menus also take place during the holidays or on special occasions. Check out the full schedule for the next available dates.

  • Have a special event coming up or interested in a custom order? Learn more about special, custom and bulk orders by submitting an inquiry or by emailing info@breadbychelsa.com

A Micro-Bakery Focused On Really, Really, Good Bread.

You can currently purchase our sourdough products directly from local shops, through preorders, at pop-ups, and restaurants in Des Moines

Open since 2021, Bread By Chelsa B is a home-based, microbakery in Des Moines, Iowa specializing in small-batch, artisan sourdough bread and naturally leavened treats. All baked goods are made with wild yeast sourdough culture, regionally sourced organic flours, and a lot of time and love in a home food processing establishment.

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