Showcasing folks who are committed to starting their own bakery is always a thrill.  Recently I received this email:

Hello Denay,

Steph here, first of all, thank you for your help about getting my home base business started in North Carolina. I followed your advice, got inspected by the Dept or Agri and business permit from the town of Holly Springs. I now have a thriving business. I… Continue reading

Last month I had the honor of meeting a home-based baker who has clearly found her niche. Diane Purkey the owner and operator of Maine’s Cakes and Cookies has done a remarkable job building her home-based bakery business and providing quality products to her community and those outside her community. Diane ships her custom cookies all over the nation and has learned by trial… Continue reading

Creating a recipe for the first time can be a daunting experience. You may be using an old standby, a heirloom recipe or a recipe you created from years of experience. No matter what you use however there are some basics items that should be addressed in every recipe.

When creating a recipe for the first time consistence is key. It is almost impossible to create a foolproof recipe… Continue reading