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    Portrait of Cat Cox

    Portrait of Cat Cox

    i. Biography

    She came to baking first as a hobby and then as a profession, drawn to the discipline of making at scale: "I’d always loved baking as a hobby, but the process of production work resonated with me."

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    The Climb

    Cat Cox trained at Kansas City Art Institute, laying the foundation for a career shaped by creative discipline and an exacting eye.

    Today

    Her bread philosophy is tied to place: "Bread can and should have a sense of terroir." She applies that idea through sourcing and formulation: "I strive to incorporate local vegetables, fruits, grains, herbs or dairy into every loaf I bake!"

    Signature

    Cat's signature dishes include sourdough and stone ground flour.

    In Their Words “I strive to incorporate local vegetables, fruits, grains, herbs or dairy into every loaf I bake!” “Bread can and should have a sense of terroir.”

    FAQ What is Cat Cox's current role? As of 2026, Cat Cox is Baker. Where did Cat Cox train or study? Cat Cox trained at Kansas City Art Institute.

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