Welcome

Hi, my name is Jennifer and I bake. I don’t actually remember when I started baking, but I was young. I will be honest, I didn’t always love it. I saw it as necessity or duty. I have worked in many different parts of the food service industry. About twelve years ago, my attitude regarding baking changed and changed radically at a critical juncture in my life.

The cafe I created, developed, and managed went out of business. I stopped making food and beverages for money.

Whenever I show up to a gathering with my latest creations, I get the inevitable, “You should start your own bakery/catering service/boutique.” My response to this comes from my old martial arts instructor and it goes something like, “When people give you money for something, they feel like they are in control and they will make demands.”

Sorry, but meeting people’s demands does not spark joy so I Marie Kondo’ed that the hell out of my life. I like to control what I am making, from the concept/recipe to the ingredients, preparation, and display.

Now baking sparks joy, so it stays.

If you’re a new baker, I hope to be of some help. If you’re an experienced baker, I hope to provide you with amusement. If you’re somewhere in-between, like me, I hope you enjoy the ride.