My very favorite supplier of whole grain products for several years has been Bob’s Red Mill in Milwaukie, Oregon. The latest newsfrom the Mill is that on February 15, Bob turned 81 years old. As a gift to the employees of the Mill Bob presented them with an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) which makes each of the employees an owner in the company.
This concept will allow a vital, thriving concern to grow and provide continuity of the quality and service for which Bob’s Red Mill famous. You may have seen Bob’s products in local stores here on the Coast and may be familiar with the variety and quality.
I first discovered Bob’s buckwheat pancake mix to which I add blueberries from my garden (they freeze well) and have never had a disappointed consumer. I then discovered Bob’s Scottish Oatmeal which makes a terrific morning cereal and is compliant with my diabetic food plan. Rather than
drive the 1 1/2 hours from Newport to Milwaukie, I now order online. However, if you happen to be in the Portland area, you should stop by the mill’s store or even take the mill tour if you’re there by 10 am on a weekday. During my first visit to the store, I was really impressed with the friendliness and courtesy of the staff and the wide variety of products available for purchase. The selection is not limited to baking supplies. All sorts of dried goods and healthy eating items are offered at very reasonable prices.
Bob’s Red Mill products are a wonderful addition to the varied food we enjoy on the Central Oregon Coast.
