The Lazy Loaf & Kettle

From humble beginnings in their kitchen at home, Michel and Helen Labonté opened The Lazy Loaf and Kettle in 1994 with cookies and muffins. The couple had a passion for baking and decided to change their careers to be able to stay at home with their children. They soon realized there was a potential for more and opened up their flagship location on Parkdale Crescent. And what started out as a dream, turned into a staple for Calgarians. Now their son Elliot helps run the family business with his sister, Andrea.

Best known for its kettle bread — a nine-grain homemade loaf that is their signature bread — they also make cakes, cookies, soups and more all from scratch every day. They also serve up a full  breakfast until 3 p.m. and a lunch-style menu the rest of the day. To accommodate the growing  number of people with dietary restrictions, The Lazy Loaf and Kettle has evolved its menu to include many gluten-free items like sandwiches, soups, brownies, cookies, macaroons and more.