The City of Slater has approved an application for $100,0000 in support from their economic development revolving loan fund. These funds will support the renovation and establishment of a new business in an historic building in the community’s downtown.
Home Kneads, LLC is a locally owned sourdough bakery dedicated to crafting artisan loaves made with 100% organic, premium ingredients — freshly milled flour, water, and ancient sea salt. Their mission is to inspire people to choose real food by producing the most sought-after sourdough in Iowa.
They currently operate as an in-home bakery producing more than 500 loaves per week. Due to strong and consistent growth, including an expanding wholesale partnership with Fareway they wish to make the move to a dedicated production facility while also establishing a retail store front to serve the local and broader community on weekends.
“Slater is thrilled to welcome Home Kneads Bakery to Main Street! Mike and Nina Harris are wonderful people, and we’re excited to have them as part of our community. We’re all looking forward to the amazing aroma of fresh sourdough drifting through town”, explains Taylor Christensen, Slater Mayor.
The new sourdough bakery storefront will also allow the owners to expand their existing sourdough classes, which currently draw students from across the state each month and consistently books out 2 months in advance. Last year they taught 500 people how to make real bread, which clearly shows a growing demand for people to make their own bread using traditional techniques and simple ingredients.
Michael and Nina Harris, owners of Home Kneads, LLC explain, “We are committed to investing in Slater’s historic downtown, contributing to local economic development, and creating a welcoming space that brings both residents and visitors to Main Street. We appreciate the support of the City of Slater and the opportunity to continue growing our business within this community.”
Home Kneads LLC is expected to open before Slater’s 4th of July celebration.
