What a gem! Didn’t expect to meet Di, owner/baker of Pies By Di, yesterday when I stopped at Horse Shoe Gap Village to see how the build-out of her new Gluten Free Bakery was going. She pulled in as I was taking pictures, so of course I explained what I was doing and chatted her up. Love conversations with people when they’re given the chance to share their dreams and plans.
Di took me through the cottage where she’ll be making GF magic: front counter, children’s play, rest room, baking, and storage areas. There’s still much to do, but shouldn’t be too long if all goes well. Keep an eye on this Bakery. I predict success! Check out her story, including being diagnosed with celiac disease, and her well established Gluten Free Bakery business online: https://piesbydi.com/
As it happened, she’d baked her famous Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Bread for a meeting at Smitten Smiths Gallery, also in the Village. If you’re not familiar, this shop was opened in 2019 by “a small group of lady metalsmiths” and I’ll say they make great jewelry. Especially earrings.
There was some of the Lemon Blueberry Bread left, so she surprised me with a slice, as she recommends it’s served – warm & slathered with butter 😲 Super delicious! Would have never known it was GF! If you know me, you’ll be surprised I actually saved some for Bill.
