After the bust of the block party last weekend. No that's not really fair. It wasn't a bust, if only because we got ourselves out there into the community. However we were really hoping to have a better turn out. Come on Portland, doesn't it rain enough here that you ignore it? No. Lesson learned.
We took a look around and realized that there's a reason Portland's many street fairs, farmer's markets, and other outdoor events are coming to a close.
So we're switching our approach.
With a box of samples in hand, I've approached all (seriously all) the local coffee shops and cafes, plus some of the restaurants in our neighborhood. And somewhat to my surprise, the response has been really great. Even the places that told me no, sounded pleased to have a new gluten free bakery in the neighborhood.
It wasn't quite as difficult as I'd feared. I think if you bring cookies and cupcakes anywhere, you will be welcomed. Now it's just a bit of leg work and building a relationship with the places that seem interested. We're crossing our fingers that soon you'll be able to purchase our gluten free goodies in coffee shops or buy a sandwich made from our gluten free bread at a restaurant.
someone should go to Grand Central Baking ....they dont make gluten free products at their stores....you should definitely present you product to them too. They dont use any nuts in their products tho...just an fyi
Posted by: lisa | 11/07/2010 at 10:55 AM
Thanks for the tip Lisa!
Posted by: The Dessert Labs | 11/08/2010 at 10:09 AM
Hey Joe, it's Logan
Matt sent me a link to your article in the paper. Very cool buddy, sounds like things are going very well for you, how exciting. Reading the article made me realize how much I miss you! Drop me a line sometime if you get a minute free. Have a great day buddy!
Logan
Posted by: Logan Farris | 11/10/2010 at 08:32 AM