17/08/2026
This morning I was asked if i had been baking for long, so for those who don't know my background, and as a little refresher for those who doβ¦ this is for you. β€οΈ
Although I came from a legal background, my career in hospitality started when, like a lot of mums, my kids needed less and less of my time and I suddenly found myself with a need to do "something ".
I had always loved baking in my own kitchen, but we just couldn't eat everything I was making. And although I've always been a sharer, even my friends and family started saying, "No more!" π€·ββοΈ
I decided to go back to school- as an older student, I wasn't sure but I took the plunge and enrolled. I dragged myself to the city, (if you know me you know I hate going to the city), and completed my Certificate III in Retail Baking and Patisserie.
I survived the commute, survived being an older student and, most importantly, survived the realisation that I actually had to study and not just eat cake all day π
From there, I got a job at 4DOORS, a restaurant in Mill Park, where I worked alongside an amazing pastry chef and experienced what it was really like to work in a commercial kitchen.
It was hard work, but I loved every minute and we had so much fun too π
I was given the freedom to create and my ideas and input were valued, which helped me grow in confidence and taught me so much about working in the industry.
My bosses didn't just encourage me while I worked there β when the restaurant closed, they generously gave me their customer list so I could continue my baking journey. Some of you are still with me today- thank-you π
I honestly don't think I would be where I am today without that opportunity.
So, here I am.
Still baking. Still creating from my fully registered kitchen.
Cannoli, cakes, pastries, bread⦠I love it.
New products are on the horizon so that I can make use of what i was taught both at school and in the 4DOORS kitchen. They may only make an appearance for limited periods because, let's be honest, cannoli and cakes will always be my first love-after family of course. Whether you've been with me for a short time or long time, i appreciate it and thank youππ°
Sorry for the long post π