Knead to Know

Wisconsin's favorite bakery, up close. Knead to Know covers kringle culture, baking how-tos, seasonal specials, and behind-the-scenes updates from Uncle Mike's Bake Shoppe.


Meet the Team: Andrea

Andrea started at Uncle Mike’s at just 15 years old, working behind the scenes after school. Nine years later, she’s now the store manager at our East Mason location. Meet...

Why Is Our Kringle Shaped Like a Pretzel?

Ever wonder why Uncle Mike’s Kringle looks different? Our pretzel shape connects back to Kringle’s Danish roots—but we’ve added one small twist of our own to help it bake better.

Apple Season at Uncle Mike’s: Fresh, Local Apples Are Here

Fresh local apple season has arrived at Uncle Mike’s! Learn how apples from Hillside Apples become our Kringle, pies, strudels and caramel apples.

What Is Wisconsin Kringle? History, Tradition & Why It's Unique

What is a Wisconsin Kringle? Learn about its history, what makes it unique, how it's made, and why this flaky, buttery pastry has become one of Wisconsin's most cherished traditions

Kringle for a Cause: What We Accomplished Together

One week. One special Kringle. One incredible community. As Kringle for a Cause comes to a close, we simply want to say thank you. When we announced this fundraiser, our...

Why We Wear the Hat (And the Shirt)

The orange Hawaiian shirt. The orange propeller hat. We get two kinds of reactions — and honestly, we love both of them. Here's the story behind the uniform. 

The Perfect Kringle Moment

There's a moment — you probably know it — where everything just feels right. The coffee is hot, the morning is quiet, and there's a box of kringle on the...

Meet the Team

Meet Rhiannon, the creative mind behind Uncle Mike's murals, packaging, and branding — and your friendly face at the De Pere counter. She's been shaping the way Uncle Mike's looks...

1-8 of 16 articles