Holiday hosting should feel joyful and inviting, not stressful. At La Brea Bakery, we believe a memorable gathering begins with simple ingredients, thoughtful craft, and recipes designed to bring people together.
For more than 36 years, we have made bread with the same commitment to artisan methods. Every loaf begins with only four ingredients and our original sourdough starter, nurtured daily since 1989. This long-rise, time-honored process creates bread with exceptional flavor, structure, and versatility, making it the perfect foundation for effortless holiday cooking.
Below, discover 4 festive recipes that elevate hosting with ease and help you create warm, welcoming moments around the table.
Cranberry Pull-Apart Bread
Festive, shareable, and impossible to stop eating.
This warm, buttery pull-apart loaf delivers everything people love about holiday flavors. Made with La Brea Bakery artisan bread and filled with cranberries, herbs, and melted cheese, it is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that looks impressive yet comes together quickly.
Why It Works for Hosting
• Tear-and-share encourages gathering
• Minimal prep with a high-impact presentation
• Balanced savory and sweet flavors
• Easy to transport for parties
Serve it hot from the oven and watch guests reach for a piece before it ever hits the table!
Rosemary Butter Candle with Sourdough Baguette
A show-stopping centerpiece with artisan warmth
The butter candle trend continues to shine during the holidays, and it becomes even more special when paired with La Brea Bakery Sourdough Baguette. As the candle melts, it forms a warm, rosemary-infused pool of buttery richness that is perfect for dipping.
Why It Works for Hosting
• Functions as both décor and appetizer
• Creates an interactive moment guests remember
• Simple, elegant, and ideal for holiday entertaining
• Pairs beautifully with cocktails and wine
Place it at the center of your table and let guests dip, share, and enjoy.
Holiday Charcuterie Board Featuring Artisan Bread
The heart of every great gathering.
A beautiful, abundant centerpiece for any gathering
A memorable charcuterie board always begins with great bread. La Brea Bakery Country White Sourdough, French Baguette, and Take and Bake loaves provide the perfect texture, flavor, and structure for holiday spreads.
Build Your Board With
• Rich cheeses such as brie, aged cheddar, or Manchego
• Prosciutto, salami, or other cured meats
• Grapes, figs, pears, or pomegranate arils
• Olives, nuts, and cornichons
• Festive butters, chutneys, jams, and spreads
Why It Works for Hosting
• Feels abundant and celebratory
• Encourages grazing and conversation
• Easy to scale for intimate or large groups
• Bread enhances every topping and flavor pairing
• With artisan bread as the anchor, even simple ingredients feel elevated.
Charcuterie Cups
A modern entertaining idea that keeps bread at the center
Charcuterie cups are a fresh take on traditional grazing boards. Perfect for open houses, office gatherings, or any event where guests are mingling, these individual servings combine cheeses, meats, fruits, olives, and bite-size pieces of La Brea Bakery bread in a portable and photogenic format.
Why It Works for Hosting
• Eliminates crowding around a single board
• Easy to assemble in large quantities
• Great for kid-friendly or high-traffic events
• Makes every guest feel considered
They are festive, convenient, and a thoughtful upgrade to traditional holiday appetizers.
Holiday Hosting Starts With Simple, Honest Ingredients
At La Brea Bakery, our commitment to craft remains unchanged. Every loaf is made with four simple ingredients and our original sourdough starter, using time-tested methods that create unmistakable flavor and character.
Great bread elevates every dish and every gathering. This holiday season, let La Brea Bakery help you create meaningful moments, one slice, dip, or pull-apart bite at a time.
Find La Brea Bakery Near You
Look for our artisan breads in the in-store bakery of your local grocery store and explore more holiday recipes on our website.
