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 her positive experience with the Atkin's Diet that piqued her interest in low carb ingredients and in the role the glycemic index plays in weight loss and health. Her empathy for people with diabetes comes from being nearly the only one in her family that isn't a diabetic. She often wonders if she started cutting carbs just in time... 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 |