The original bakery was called United States Bakery.Ĥ. The founder, Engelbert Franz, moved to the United States as a 15-year-old to work at his uncle’s bakery in Portland.ģ. Founded in 1906, Franz is a family-owned company based in Portland, Oregon.Ģ. Here are 10 fun facts about the bakery business from Franz’s website:ġ.
And if you’re at the grocery store, you’ve likely purchased Franz Bakery breads, pies and the company’s assortment of doughnuts, from raspberry and chocolate to pumpkin, blueberry and lemon. Franz Bakery outlets are dotted throughout town on Monroe and Market and in Spokane Valley.
If you’re driving to or from Spokane Valley, you’ll likely see the sign for Franz Bakery from the freeway.
