Today we are chatting with Fran Steyn, who is a local Chef and Entrepreneur owner of Frantastic Treats & Events in Whitby. Offering a boutique style experience in all things sweet and savoury. She is sharing with us today her passion for creating beautiful, delicious treats and eats – which she offers throughout the Durham Region and GTA.
1. Good morning, and Welcome, Fran! Tell us what got you started in your business.
Frantastic Treats began one holiday season7 years ago when I was going on a trip back to South Africa and wanted to make some extra spending money. I sent out an email to friends and family offering Christmas & Chanukah cookies – I made 1200 cookies that year….. it grew from there.
2. It’s amazing when you hit on a good idea how it just takes off, isn’t it? When and how did the addition of “& Events” add on to Frantastic Treats?
Once I decided to open my kitchen, I immediately began developing my catering menu. Often people say, “either you can bake, or you can cook” …well, I can and do BOTH! I just love making things beautiful – whether it is the intricate design on a cookie or cake to a yummy sandwich or perfectly placed fruit platter – “As pleasing to the palette as it is to the eye” is my mantra. Other “Events” include our onsite and offsite birthday parties and workshops. I speak on panels at schools and… Stay tuned for the FRANTASTIC TREAT SHACK…. Details to follow…
3. Oooohh! I love a teaser! What you do is very creative. What are some of your favourite out-of-the-boxideas you’ve been able to share with your clients?
One of my favourite suggestions is a CakePop Centre Piece. For weddings, showers, any candy or buffet tables, or just a few around at any event. These are just as pretty as a bunch of flowers – and multi-purpose… edible too!!
4. What is your favourite thing about what you do?
There is something magical about people gathering together to celebrate at an event. That moment around the table where the cake and food is displayed; in that moment, when everything looks incredible, and tastes just as amazing – that is a moment of success.
5. When people come to you to consider partnering with you, what is the one thing you want them to know about you and your work?
If you can think it…I can make it edible. I really enjoy bringing visions to reality. I want people to know that they can trust me with their ideas and thoughts, and together we will bring it to life.
Fran Steyn is the Head Chef & Owner of Frantastic Treats & Events. She can be reached at www.frantastictreats.com on facebook at www.facebook.com/frantastictreats by email at fran.steyn@frantastictreats.com or by phone 905-493-2387
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