Hi Emily, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My love of baking started when I was in 7th grade when I spent two weekends in the holiday time with my aunt, who taught me the tricks of being the “supplier” of holiday treats to the rest of the family. Growing up, I had a passionate love for Disney and it’s ability to create magic in every aspect, and that was a huge inspiration for me turning to baking and making delicious pastries, and it’s my muse as far as where my whimsical ideas come from in my head. I’ve always believed desserts should be enjoyed and celebrated as a full-on sensory experience, and that’s important for me to express that through every treat and dessert I create.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
I had wanted to start off my business a lot sooner than what happened in actuality, but I had a long and hard struggle with my mental health over the course of time until I had a moment of serious reflection and found the strength in myself to pursue my dreams. I’m a serial perfectionist, and I strive to tell myself to realize that I’m a work in progress and I’ll always be working on improving myself.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Gourmet Goodness Gracious?
I specialize in creating a delicious dessert experience, either how you like it or letting me have creative control and curating a delicious dessert for you. I deliver elevated upgrades to your classic favorites such as a brown butter toffee chocolate chip cookie or create an out of the box creative vision such as an apple cider filled cupcake. The desserts I make are packed with flavor and bold, and never dry or bland. I’m raw and unfiltered like honey but just as sweet.
Do you have any advice for those looking to network or find a mentor?
I personally find it easier to start things off on your own because you are the only one that knows how you’d like to run things and improve your business.
Pricing:
- $16 for a dozen cupcakes
- $16 for a dozen cupcakes
- $16 for a dozen cookies
- $16 for an 8” cheesecake
Contact Info:
- Instagram: Instagram.com/gourmetgoodnessgracious
- Facebook: facebook.com/gourmetgoodnessgracious
