The Way We Were Bakery

My boys all moved out and moved on as a parent hopes they will be able to do. My love for baking for those boys didn’t stop when they moved out. I kept baking and bringing it to family and coworkers. After sharing my baked goods and jams with friends, I was told on a number of occasions that I should start selling what I’ve got. After a year of working full time and doing this side gig full time, I decided to jump in with both feet. So here I am :)

Community connections matter. Maine has many small businesses and we all work to keep each going, which is incredible. Maine-made shows value. Many of us are hard-working, and we dig deep to do what it takes. Whatever it might be that’s what needs to be done.

My business was founded on the belief that food should be made with care, shared with loved ones, and enjoyed the way it used to be. Inspired by traditional recipes and simpler times, we create handcrafted breads, small-batch preserves, sweets, and specialty pantry goods that bring comfort, nostalgia, and homemade goodness to every table. Every product is made with heart, honoring the traditions that connect us through food.

My biggest challenge has been turning a passion for baking into a sustainable business while managing every aspect of growth. From developing products and building a brand, to navigating licensing requirements and expanding into wholesale and market sales, I’ve had to learn and adapt every step of the way. The challenge hasn’t been creating quality products—it’s been scaling the business while maintaining the handmade quality and personal touch that define The Way We Were.

I just opened my new bakery so getting traction there is certainly my next hurdle.

My fav is the focaccia breads. They are soft and full of flavor! But my grandma’s chocolate chip cookies are a close second.

The coast. The opponent a little vitamin Sea is my favorite part of Maine.