Episode 2: Michelle Carfagno on Building a Better [Gluten-Free] Bagel

In this episode of Gluten Free Unwrapped, Jenny Finke speaks with Michelle Carfagno, the founder and CEO of The Greater Knead. Michelle started her company in 2012 after several family members were diagnosed with celiac disease. As a life-long baker, she began creating foods her whole family could enjoy.

Today, the Greater Knead is known for its gluten-free and top-nine allergen-free New York-style bagels, pretzel bites, and bagel chips—and it’s also known for helping people feel safe and included at the table.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Michelle first came up with the idea to start a gluten-free bagel company.
• The challenges of developing a bagel recipe free from gluten and the top nine most common allergens.
• The challenges of building a niche frozen food brand.
• Why the company is called The Greater Knead.
• How Michelle continues to persevere despite the many challenges she has faced – and continues to face.

Listen to the full episode on Gluten Free Unwrapped wherever you get your podcasts.

About Michelle Carfagno and The Greater Knead

• Visit thegreaterknead.com
• Instagram: @glutenfreebagel
• Facebook: @thegreaterknead

About the Host

Jenny Finke is the host of Gluten Free Unwrapped. She’s a longtime blogger at Good For You Gluten Free and founder of the popular gluten-free subscription boxes, Love Me Gluten Free.

You can follow Jenny on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree or subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

You can snag a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.com and follow on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).