Dudes it's for real 2013!

Holy crap! It's actually 2013! How did that even happen? Last year went by SO FAST! As the inaugural year of Tartlet Bakery, I have to say it was full of support, encouragement, awesomeness and TONS of learning experiences! I really couldn't have asked for a better year. Thank you to everyone who has been involved in the Tartlet process and growth. I can't even put into words how much I appreciate it. Actually...I'm gonna try. Here are several words that make me think of you wonderful people:

Amazingness
Generosity
Hugs
Sweet
Happy
Smile
JUST GRAND
Surprising
Lovely
Gorgeous
Big hearts
Warm
Positive
Creative
Appreciated

Big love to you all!!

For 2013 I have lots of ideas and I really want to see what I can do with Tartlet this year. I want to grow as a business owner, and I want Tartlet to reflect the things I've learned and the ideas I have.

One area that I would like to really develop is the allergen free / alternative diet area of baked goods. I have several friends and family members who are gluten free, vegan, dairy free, etc. My boyfriend and I have actually gone Paleo, which is a huge struggle as I am the owner of a bakery, but it's gotten me to really look at alternative baking methods and recipes. It's kind of fun!

I've already got paleo/vegan cookies up in my shop (and boy are they yummy). Kris and I actually prefer them to regular chocolate chip cookies.

I've also been trying to come up with a good brownie recipe. I've been getting pretty close, but am still tweaking it a bit. I've got the texture down perfect, but I want more punch in the flavor. They look real pretty, though!

So here's to another year of baked yummy goodness and fun in the kitchen! Cheers to you all!!