Our Purpose
La Matriz Bakery is passionate about restorative justice. We advocate for legislation that pertains to this demographic. The vision is to employ system impacted people and help them rebuild their lives as well as the community at-large.
Our Commitment
La Matriz Bakery loves to make new friends! We know that in order for our customers to become brand loyal to us, we have to be brand loyal others. Our partnerships include Dough EZ, Red Star Yeast, Clabber Girl and La Criolla, Inc. Using the best ensures that we produce the best.
Our Visibility
WGN-TV
Chicago; 12/21/25: South Side advocate bakes free treats to highlight wrongful convictions awareness
WCIU Chicago; 8/15/24: https://www.wciu.com/videos/wciu-other/the-chicago-bakery-offering-second-chances
ABC7 Chicago; 12/9/23: https://abc7chicago.com/greatest-baker-competition-karla-armour-la-matriz-bakery-buddy-valastro/14151769/
ABC7
Chicago; 7/23/23: https://www.abc7chicago.com/la-matriz-bakery-chicago-freeourpeople-rally-for-the-wrongfully-convicted-protest/13530446
WGN-TV
Chicago; 6/30/23: https://wgntv.com/midday-news/lunchbreak-strawberry-vinaigrette-honey-lime-lavender-dressing/
WBEZChicago;
6/28/21: https://wbez.org/stories/from-pandemic-stress-baking-to-profits-new-illinois-law-eases-restrictions-for-home-bakers/ae773bff-170b-479f-931e-384bc3457e25
WGN-TV Chicago; 9/18/18: https://wgntv.com/midday-news/lunchbreak-picadillo
Ordering
We are temporarily closed to focus HEAVILY on advocacy. We are also working on relocating the bakery to a brick-and-mortar location and other details so that we can better meet your needs. Looking forward to re-opening in 2026! Please feel free to follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Your patience is appreciated.