September 18, 2010 - 6:14am
Quality Flour in the Midwest
I'm looking for some good quality bulk flours, but I haven't been able to source any successfully yet.
I call Fort Wayne, Indiana my home. So thats where I've started my search.
I am looking for bulk and price conscious flour that I can get consistently.
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There are two GFS stores in your city. One at 5507 Illinois Rd and the other at 5831 Crosscreek Blvd.
If you know the brand of flour you want, talk to the manager of the GFS store. If you are looking for a major brand, chances are they can get it for you in 25# or 50# bags.
Good luck in your quest.
I spent part of this morning looking for sources of high quality whole and milled grains -- but at reasonable prices. I haven't checked any of my local purveyors yet but I'll be checking to see if any of them can meet the prices I found online at Honeyville Grain, Inc.
I wonder if anyone from this list has used Honeyville or knows of a better source?
I live in Ohio, about an hour from Amish country, and found a little store on an Amish farm where the locals purchase flour.
I am using Thesco for about 33 cents/pound.
They have a dozen or so different flours, but I'm content with the Thesco.
I love it, like it better than KA.
I know there are Amish in Indiana, you might do some checking.
That's a great idea. It's almost ten years since I've been to Miller's Bakery in Adam's County. I'm about an hour away too, so it's well worth the drive for me, and a good excuse for a long drive through beautiful country.
Thanks!
Sam
Sam, looks like you are in southern Ohio, we shop in the North Central? Sugarcreek area.
I stumbled onto a small, 200 sq ft shop, that caters to the Amish shoppers.
In fact, when we arrived, there was a lady leaving in her horse drawn carriage.
They carried the same flours as the local Amish mega market who caters to the English, but for 1/3 less. 33 cents/pound versus 49 cents a pound.
And I like supporting the small entrepreneur. This was a little family run shop located right on the farm.
We also shop the bigger retailers like Millers, but I always try to support the small local business, when possible.
Like yourself, we always enjoy making a day of it, taking in the scenery, and browsing the stores.
Generally grab a meal or snack while down there.
We really enjoy Lehmans Hardware as well, talk about a unique shopping experience.
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