Company Snapshot
Founded
2025
Headquarters
St. Petersburg, FL
Service Areas
Tampa Bay
Specialty
Fresh-Milled Ancient Grain Bread and Pastries
Mission
To nourish our neighborhoods with bread done right
About Manna Mill
Manna Mill Bread Co. is a neighborhood bakery committed to crafting exceptional breads and pastries using fresh-milled flour, organic whole grains, and time-honored techniques. We mill our proprietary flour blend in-house daily and bake in small batches to create bread and pastries with unmatched flavor, nutrition, and integrity.
Our Story
Manna Mill began with a simple belief, bread should be honest, nourishing, and made with care. We set out to revive the lost art of neighborhood baking - where flour is milled fresh, fermentation is respected, and every loaf is made with stewardship and intention.
Founders
Kelsey and Justin Birt
Kelsey and Justin's passion for bread began in their own kitchen and led them to learn the art of baking with fresh-milled flour, something rarely available. Today they lead Manna Mill with a vision to bring craftsmanship and community back to the table
How We're Different
We Mill Fresh
We mill our flour daily using traditional stone mills for maximum flavor and nutrition
Ancient Grains
We use organic heritage grains for their superior flavor, nutrition, and story
Time & Fermentation
We use long, slow fermentation to develop digestibility and incredible flavor
Neighborhood First
We deliver fresh bread directly to our neighbors - because great bread builds strong communities
Crafted By Hand
Every loaf is shaped by hand and baked in small batches with attentive care
Areas of Expertise
Interview Topics
Manna Mill can provide expert commentary on:
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Fresh-milled flour
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Ancient grains
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Whole-grain baking
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Bread fermentation
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Stone milling
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Neighborhood food systems
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Cottage bakeries
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Artisan bread trends
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Bread subscription models
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Food entrepreneurship
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Sourdough & natural leaven
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Nutrition in whole grains
We are available for interviews on topics such as:
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Why fresh-milled flour is making a comeback
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What modern bread has lost
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Ancient grains explained
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The science of whole-grain baking
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Building a neighborhood bakery
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Designing bread with intention
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The future of artisan bread
Quick Facts
Founded: 2025
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
Bakery Type: Neighborhood Bakery
Specialty: Fresh-milled ancient grain breads and pastries
Grains Milled: 12+ varieties
Milling-to-Bake: Within 24 hours
Typical Fermentation: 12-36 hours
Products: 20+ breads and pastries
Distribution: Local delivery and pickup
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you pronounce Manna Mill? (MAN-uh Mill)
Can media visit the bakery? Yes, by appointment
Are interviews available? Yes, we'd love to connect
Can photographers attend a bake? Yes
Can TV crews film in the bakery? Yes, with advanced notice
Can samples be provided? Yes, upon request
Media Contact
For all media inquiries, interview requests, or press material, please contact
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Justin Birt
Vice President
813-435-9211