Why don't you date your products?
All Kangaroo products are frozen immediately after baking to preserve freshness. All products ship to your local store frozen.

Unfortunately, we must rely on store managers to "thaw and date" each package before it gets merchandised on shelves.

If you encounter situations with packages unmarked with a freshness date, please contact Kangaroo immediately.

We appreciate your help keeping stores accountable.

Allergens, Peanuts, health concerns?
WHEAT is the only allergen in our Bakery. Our bakery does not produce products with nuts or other major allergens.

If you have further questions regarding this important subject, contact our Operations Manager, Kristina Kashou, at 800-798-0857 x115.

How did you get the pocket in there?
Normally, before we answer this question, we would have to relocate you under the Kangaroo Protection Program. However, since the secret has already been leaked, we may as well divulge it to you.

The round, flat pieces of dough are baked at 700° for one minute. The extreme temperature causes the water in the dough to explode (or turn to steam) and escape, which puffs-up the dough, like a balloon, thus creating the pocket! Warning: Do not try this at home!

Can I freeze pita?
Yes. Pita can be kept frozen up to 2 months. You can also refrigerate for 5-10 days. To thaw, place frozen bread directly in a toaster (oven) on med-high until desired crispiness.

How do I get my store to stock Kangaroo?
It is easy. Just visit the Shopper Request Page.

If, by chance, our efforts fail you could organize your friends to dress up in Kangaroo costumes and picket in front of the store demanding Kangaroo. (If you ever do this, please let us know. We'll have a TV crew ready!)

Seriously, please call us or have your store manager call us at (800) 798-0857 x125. We'll make every effort to accommodate you.

How do I find a retailer in my city that sells your bread?
Visit the store locator to find retailers by state.

To search for a particular product, send us an E-mail or call (800) 798-0857 x112. Ask for Sarah or Salem.

Can I buy direct from Kangaroo?
Yes, but only as a last resort.

Here is why: In order to receive fresh product, we must ship via second day delivery (for most states), which can be costly. However, we will do what it takes to please each customer. If you are very interested send E-mail.

If you live in SE Wisconsin, you may visit us and buy fresh bread directly from the bakery.

For more information, store hours, baking schedule or driving directions contact us.

Where do I find Kangaroo in the store?
1. Deli
2. Bakery
3. Bread Aisle
4. Freezer

Visit the store locator to find retailers in your state that carry our products.

If you do not find product in the sections above, ask the store people if they have "stock in the back room". They usually do.

Does Kangaroo supply food service operators?
Yes. Our skilled bakers can manufacture and customize a variety of pita pockets and flatbreads to fit your food service needs and requirements. Please contact our sales department with further questions.

Visit our Foodservice page for information on premade sandwiches and other pita pockets and flat breads.

How do I locate a Kangaroo distributor in my city?
Please contact our sales department and they will assist you. Otherwise, Dot Foods, the largest US Re-distributor, stocks many of our items. Your distributor can order via Dot Foods with no minimums.

For Sales Information at Dot Foods, please contact your inside sales rep at 800-366-3687.

Are Kangaroo products Kosher (K Pareve)?
All Kangaroo items are approved by the Kosher Supervisors of Wisconsin, except for: Bread Wraps & Greek Pita Flat Breads

History of Pita Bread?
The history of pita has many versions presented in literature and online (see Wikipedia). You will learn a few facts here. For one, pita bread is one of the oldest recipes known to mankind. Also, Mediterranean countries were first to develop it and continue to use it as a food-scooping utensil.

The word Pita is a generic term for: round, flat bread. It originated from the Greek word Pitta, which is defined as: Thin, flat layers.

See history of sandwich >>

Is Yeast used to make Pita Bread?
Yes, and yeast is a very important ingredient. It allows the dough to rise, or proof, before baking. Yeast is what makes our bread taste sooooo good!