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Conversations with Partner - Barbara O'Neill

Conversations with Partner - Barbara O'Neill

 

Tristaun LeClaire interviews our partner and his long-time friend, Barbara O'Neill. When we first sat down with Barbara, the conversation flowed naturally. We talked about nourishment, family, tradition, bread-making, and how food has changed over time. 

You can watch the full video here and learn more about why Barbara loves Simple Kneads Loaves.

 



Books By Barbara

You can also check out some of Barbara's books on healthy living including
Self Heal by Design. A powerful guide to understanding how the body repairs, regenerates, and thrives when we nourish it properly. This book breaks down Barbara’s core principles in a way that’s simple, empowering, and life-changing for families looking to take charge of their health.




     While you're there you can also look at Barbara’s second book, Sustain Me. This book offers hands-on lifestyle wisdom, natural health strategies, and daily principles for supporting the body through real food, rest, hydration, movement, and simple living. It’s a perfect complement to her teachings on nourishment.



Self Heal by DesignSustain Me




Veggie Sandwich

Roasted Veggie Sandwich

Mar 13, 2026
by
Christina Gendron

Today we’re making a simple, light lunch: a roasted veggie sandwich served with a side of crispy potatoes. It’s easy to prepare, full of flavor, and perfect when you want something satisfying but not too heavy.

Valentines Day Treats

Valentines Day Treats

Feb 27, 2026
by
Christina Gendron

Valentine’s Day felt like the perfect opportunity to show the amazing women of Simple Kneads just how much they mean to us. We wanted to do something thoughtful, personal, and made with love.

Vegan Reuben Sandwich with Tomato Soup

Vegan Reuben Sandwich with Tomato Soup

Feb 10, 2026
by
Christina Gendron

Make a vegan Reuben sandwich using Simple Kneads Pumpkinickel bread with us! 

Yay! We’ve Swapped Seed Oils for Heart-Healthy EVOO!

Yay! We’ve Swapped Seed Oils for Heart-Healthy EVOO!

May 09, 2025
by
Johnny Kattouf

At Simple Kneads, we’ve always believed that food should nourish both the body and the soul. That’s why we’re excited to share a meaningful change we’ve made in our bakery: We’ve officially swapped out seed oils in all of our baking and replaced them with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). Why the switch? Extra virgin olive oil is packed with antioxidants and healthy monounsaturated fats, making it a smarter, cleaner choice for your heart. It’s been a staple in Mediterranean diets for centuries, and now, it’s a staple in ours too.