Artisan Bread Designer & Co-Founder — Alyona Nash
Alyona Nash grew up in a remote village where families traditionally baked and cooked from scratch using recipes passed down through generations. Her grandmother, known locally for exceptional bread and pastries, shared centuries-old baking traditions rooted in craftsmanship, patience, and care.
After moving to New York City, Alyona’s culinary talent and artisan baking skills were recognized by renowned chefs who appreciated her dedication to authentic handmade baking.
When Alyona and her family later settled in New Hampshire, they struggled to find bread that met their standards for quality and purity — bread made without preservatives or artificial additives, naturally fermented, low in sugar, fresh, and truly flavorful. What began as baking for family and friends quickly grew into something larger as neighbors and local communities enthusiastically embraced the bread.
Together with her husband, Alyona founded The Olde Craft Bakery with a commitment to creating authentic artisan bread using traditional European methods and certified organic ingredients. Through conversations with thousands of customers at farmers’ markets and local stores, they carefully refined their recipes to create bread people genuinely wanted: wholesome, fresh, naturally fermented, and rich in flavor.
In 2018, Alyona traveled to France to study Traditional French Baguette baking under experienced master bakers. The knowledge and techniques she brought back helped shape what would later become one of the bakery’s most beloved and best-selling breads. Many French customers in the United States have praised its authentic taste and exceptional quality.
Developing the bakery’s first signature breads took more than a year of careful testing and refinement. Eventually, the family opened their purpose-built bakery and introduced a certified organic product line crafted with uncompromising attention to quality.
Today, customers often share that The Olde Craft Bakery’s bread reminds them of authentic European baking traditions and brings genuine enjoyment to their table — exactly the experience Alyona hoped to create from the beginning.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to craft exceptional certified organic artisan bread using traditional European baking methods, long natural fermentation, and the highest-quality ingredients
Vision
We believe exceptional bread begins with time-honored recipes, uncompromising ingredients, skilled craftsmanship, and integrity. Through dedication and continuous refinement, we strive to bring authentic artisan bread to every table.
Find Our Bread at Stores Across the New Hampshire Seacoast & Northern Massachusetts.
The fresher, the better!
