The Atlas Obscura Podcast Tiny Bread Box (Classic)
Jul 25, 2025
Discover a charming micro-store nestled in rural Vermont, where a couple turned a quirky cherry wood box into a delightful bakery during the pandemic. Learn how a birthday gift sparked their culinary journey and transformed a hobby into a thriving business. Explore the innovative concept of contactless shopping that mixes technology with local trust. Get involved in the art of baking panettone and experience the unique flavors blending American and Argentine traditions in their baked goods.
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From Driveway Wagon to Bread Box
- Natalia Majom and her husband Greg transitioned from selling surplus baked goods from a driveway wagon to creating an automated tiny bread box in rural Vermont.
- The bread box operates on an honor system and is accessible via a tablet, allowing no-contact transactions and preserving a local community vibe.
Isolation Shapes Lifestyle Choice
- Natalia and Greg valued isolation and fewer social interactions, which shaped their move to rural Vermont.
- This preference for quiet living influenced both their lifestyle and the concept behind the tiny bread box business.
Pandemic Baking Births Business
- Natalia received a KitchenAid mixer as a birthday gift during the pandemic, which led to her developing a passionate hobby for baking.
- She shared baked goods with family remotely and began selling surplus locally, marking a turning point in her creative and professional life.