Last night, I was presented with the 2025 Small Business Leadership Award from the Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce at Revel Run. Along with it came a City of Chelsea Proclamation signed by Mayor Kate Henson, two State of Michigan Special Tributes signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and conversation time with State Representative Kathy Schmaltz, State Senator Sue Shink, and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell. First I want to say congratulations to all of this year's Chelsea Are

Chocolate Chip cookie ingredients Let's talk about something nobody wants to talk about: price. You walk into a grocery store and see a dozen chocolate chip cookies for $3.99. Then you walk into The Lakehouse Bakery and see a dozen chocolate chip cookies for $36. Same cookies, right? Not even close. The Real Cost of Real Ingredients Here's what went into the cookies you just bought from us: Butter, not margarine. We use real butter from actual cows. It costs 4x what margarine

Rolling in the Dough: How to Buy, Care for, and Use a High-Quality Rolling Pin A great rolling pin can be one of the most versatile tools in your kitchen, helping you achieve the perfect thickness in pastries, cookies, and pie crusts. Here’s how to choose the right one, care for it, and make the most of this essential tool. 1. Choosing the Right Rolling Pin for You • Avoid Marble Pins: While marble rolling pins may look appealing, they are often too heavy and stay too

Reflections on a rough week

The Lakehouse Bakery is my home run—proof that with determination and perseverance, anything is possible, just like in baseball!