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Frequently Asked Questions

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What do you bake? 
I specialize in sourdough bread, savory and sweet treats, with a few special non-yeast items like cookies and bespoke cakes. The menu varies week-by-week. Please visit my instagram or our online preorder page to take a look at the variety of offerings.

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Where is your bakery located?
Capitol Jill Baking is a cottage (home-based) microbakery based in Capitol Hill, Washington, DC. We’re just steps from The Roost Food Hall and Potomac Ave metro (blue/silver/orange line).

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How do I place an order?
Pre-order opens weekly on Sunday at noon. You can sign up for the email list and/or text list to get the updates. For custom orders (non-cake), please send an email. For custom cake, please visit the Cakes page for more information and to put in a request.

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Do you offer delivery?
We currently don’t have the capacity to offer deliveries for our weekly bake. But you’re welcome to send someone else or a courier to pick up your order, as long as you let us know in advance (esp for Uber package). 

For weddings and large parties, we offer delivery and set up for a set fee within reasonable distance in the DMV area.

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You’re always sold out. How can I get some bread/pastries?
We’re so grateful for the support and always trying to increase production in our small home kitchen. While our pre-orders sell out pretty quickly, getting on the pre-order site right at noon on Sundays is the best way to get some goodies. We also do custom orders - please reach out via email to inquire (at least 2 weeks in advance please).

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I can no longer make my pick-up time. Can I come earlier/later?
We aim to have every single order packed and organized before pickup starts. You're welcome to come whenever during the window (usually 530-7pm unless noted otherwise).

If you want to come outside this window, please email your request (hi@capitoljillbaking.com) as soon as you can. Unfortunately we won't be able to accommodate all requests. If we don’t hear from you by 7:30pm on pick up days, unfortunately we will have to consider your order forfeited with no refund.

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I have an allergy. Can you accommodate?
Each item has the list of ingredients and allergens marked on the pre-order page. However, all items are made in a home kitchen where common allergens are consumed and cross-contamination is possible. Please exercise caution and reach out if you have any questions.

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Do you offer any gluten-free baked goods?
Not at the moment. But we’re also just a few blocks from Sweet Crimes which is an 100% gluten-free bakery!

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Do you sell your sourdough starter?
We’re happy to share some at no cost. Please let us know in advance (via email) to coordinate a pick-up time and bring a lidded container.

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Do you offer classes? 
Not yet, but maybe in the future 🙂

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What’s Carbs Collective?
Carbs Collective is our monthly bread subscription. Carbs Collective members get 4 weeks of freshly baked sourdough loaves with just 1 pre-order. Please check our instagram or order page for information on the next Carbs Collective sign up.
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Do you take custom orders?
We’d love to be a part of your special occasions! Please reach out via email at least 2 weeks in advance with your requested items, quantity, and preferred pick up date, and please note that we have minimums for every item and a custom order fee will be applied. 

For custom cakes, please use
this form to send in a request.
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