Forty Three Bakery

Welcome to the April edition of the Poplar Grove Community Spotlight, where we shine a light on local businesses that enrich our neighborhood. This month, we're thrilled to feature Forty Three Bakery, a cherished establishment nestled in the heart of Poplar Grove. With a passion for serving up delicious baked goods, freshly brewed coffee, and a welcoming atmosphere, Forty Three Bakery has become a beloved gathering place for residents of the Westside communities and beyond. Join us as we delve into their story, their dedication to community engagement, and their exciting plans for the future.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS! WHAT SERVICES AND/OR PRODUCTS DO YOU WISH TO HIGHLIGHT TO THE COMMUNITY? WHAT NEEDS ARE YOU HOPING TO MEET FOR THE RESIDENTS OF POPLAR GROVE, OTHER WESTSIDE COMMUNITIES, AND SALT LAKE CITY AT LARGE?Forty Three Bakery is a vibrant local business based in Poplar Grove, serving the Westside communities and the greater Salt Lake City area. We specialize in providing high-quality baked goods, freshly brewed coffee, and a delightful lunch menu, with a brunch selection available on weekends. Our beautifully designed, open space is ideally suited for a variety of private and public events. We aim to be the community's go-to venue for all special occasions, including bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, graduation parties, birthday celebrations, and corporate events. We also hold monthly markets and plan to have =a Pride Fest June 7th-9th. At Forty-Three Bakery, we are excited about increasing our engagement with the community through events, and we are committed to providing an inviting atmosphere where residents can come together to celebrate life's special moments.
 
HOW DID YOU COME TO RESIDE IN POPLAR GROVE? IS THERE AN ORIGIN STORY OF HOW YOUR BUSINESS CAME TO BE LOCATED IN OUR COMMUNITY? DO YOU HAVE DEEPER ROOTS OR CONNECTIONS TO THIS AREA YOU WOULD LIKE OUR COMMUNITY TO KNOW ABOUT? I was deeply connected and drawn to the building the moment I first saw it. I knew it had history. I felt, very deeply, that this location, built in the 40’s I believe, had layers and layers of stories, love, and business highs and lows. And for me, being a part of that legacy would be a wonderful challenge and an immense privilege. This old, patinated warehouse, once a coffee distribution center and later a Volvo auto shop, had charm and grit. I find the old beautiful. I fell in love with this location and knew it would be Forty Three Bakery’s forever home.
 
WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE FUTURE? IS THERE A WAY YOU ARE PLANNING TO MAINTAIN OR DEVELOP YOUR BUSINESS THAT YOU WOULD LIKE OUR COMMUNITY TO KNOW ABOUT TO SUPPORT CONSUMER ENGAGEMENT? Community is incredibly important to our philosophy as a business. We are always seeking out opportunities to be as engaged with our customers and community as much as possible. We host baking classes to the public, have monthly markets at the bakery with local artisans, and are working on a few summer festivals that will be AMAZING! Stay updated by checking out our website for all the events we are hosting and how you can get involved!


ARE THERE ANY OTHER FUN FACTS OR ADDITIONAL HISTORY YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH THE COMMUNITY ABOUT YOURSELVES OR THE BUSINESS?
I received a Culinary Arts Degree from Utah Valley University in 2009, was named Utah Pastry Chef of the Year in 2015, and Western Region Pastry Chef of the Year in 2016.  I competed in culinary and pastry competitions over 30 times nationally and internationally. The average elevation of Salt Lake City is Forty Three Hundred Feet. Forty Three Bakey is inspired by eating elevated.