[2] As an "allergen-free" bakery, Askatu offers gluten-free and vegan options, and avoids eggs, nuts, and wheat.

[5] The menu included breads, cakes, cookies, mooncakes (golden ube, pandan coconut, and red bean varieties), and other pastries.

The magazine said the owner "uses mainly earth-friendly ancient grain as the base for all of their baked goods including several varieties of sorghum and millet.

These grains are drought tolerant and require much less water and chemicals to grow, making for delicious earth and allergy-friendly treats.

From the elimination of wheat, dairy, soy and eggs to nuts, peanuts, fish and shellfish, corn, rice, yeast and potatoes, the company strives to create equally tasty goods without the allergens.

"[11] Askatu is owned by head baker Estela Marie Degr Martinez,[12] who initially operated the business at farmers' markets in 2015, and later opened a brick and mortar bakery in October 2019.

[11] In 2022, Sabra Boyd of Eater Seattle wrote, "Askatu's gluten-free baguettes boast a crunchy Maillard crust and beautiful crumb when sliced; a precise mix of proteins create the texture that every nostalgic celiac or gluten-intolerant person longs for.