Donna, the chocolatier, is extremely well versed in the principles of nutrition and its effects on health, well being, and ageing. She knows that treats are often a necessity in this hectic world and tries whenever possible to "sneak" nutrition into our products. If she could chocolate-coat a sardine and have it taste good, she would! Donna is concerned about chemicals and other adulterants in foods, especially in conventional diabetic-safe products. She does all her baking fresh from scratch. Her concern with the healthfulness of food leads her to keep a large organic garden and greenhouse and to naturally raise free range chickens for their eggs. Donna is the stereotypical "earth mother", except for her degree in electrical engineering from M.I.T. Arlene has a Ph.D. in molecular biology. It was Arlene's own experience with the Atkin's Diet combined with her suspicious nature that led her to investigate low carb ingredients to see if they were "for real". Then she got angry and got together with Donna to make sweets that were best for her low carb diet - then success followed. Donna loves to provide for people and so Maine Cottage Foods, LLC was born. The cottage really exists (though now it is a smoky purple color). Our bright cottage logo was chosen to lift your spirits to help achieve your goals. By the way, we love doing this! Donna and Arlene Join us on Facebook to become an Official Taster (OT), which means you'll get a sample of whatever new product or flavor that we are developing when we receive your order. |