Two cakes with pink rose frosting on a wooden table, placed on cardboard boxes.
Banana cake with caramel drizzle on stand, yellow floral arrangement in background.
Assorted desserts on a table, including cupcakes with pink frosting and sprinkles, frosted cake pops, and a frosted pastry, with a small candle for decoration.

We are so proud to introduce you to next Meet the Maker feature, Maple & Saffron.

Want a chance to be featured in a future edition of Meet the Makers? Head to the link below for more information and to apply.

MEET THE MAKER

Two cakes with pink rose decorations and cream frosting, placed on white boxes on a wooden table.
Logo for "Maple & Saffron" featuring a golden floral design on a purple background.
A caramel-drizzled cheesecake topped with sliced bananas on a white cake stand, placed on a wooden table. Behind the cake, there is a bouquet of yellow and orange flowers, including roses.
Assorted desserts on a table, including cupcakes with pink frosting and sprinkles, cake pops covered in white icing with sprinkles, and a large glazed pastry, accompanied by a small LED candle.
Slice of blueberry cheesecake on a white plate with a gold fork, next to a decorative saucer and a bowl of blueberries.
Two cakes topped with pink and white frosting in separate boxes on a wooden table.

Maple & Saffron

Meet Arghavan Malekzadeh, the culinary genius behind Maple & Saffron, a Northern Ontario based Charcuterie board and baking company.

Tell our community a little bit about yourself & how you became a maker.

We've blended the precision of architecture with the sweetness of pastry to create an extraordinary culinary experience. Founded by Arghavan, an architect with a passion for art and pastry, our small business is a manifestation of love and a unique vision.

Each delectable creation is a labour of love, reflecting our commitment to transforming pastry into an edible work of art. From meticulously chosen ingredients to intricate designs, we strive to go beyond the ordinary, offering you a symphony of flavors and aesthetics.

Join us on this sweet journey where every bite tells a story and every creation is a piece of edible art. Your presence makes every moment special.

What advice would you give to new makers?

Love what you do, leave the rest for later!

What would be your dream project?

I want to create the biggest grazing table in Northern Ontario and donate the benefits to children who suffer from special disease!

Shout out your favourite Northern Ontario maker!

I loveee 'Guilty Pleasure Bakeshop'! She is such an artsy, creative person!

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