MEET THE FAM

To celebrate Father’s Day, we sat down with Chris, husband to Jodi, and Tony, husband to Carolyne, to hear about their thoughts on fatherhood, and of coursetheir favourite Crave treats.

Tony

Carolyne and Tony met in Jr. High School, have been married for 21 years, and have a son named Oliver. The two of them came across what is now our Kensington location on a bike ride together, and it was Tony who encouraged Carolyne to start her own business.

Q. What was it like coming across the Kensington location on your bike ride with Carolyne?

A. While I don’t remember a lot from that ride, I remember the “For Lease” sign being on the door. It was actually an internet Cafe - those don’t exist anymore!

Q: What do you like best about being a Dad?

A: Overall, it's rewarding to watch your kid grow and achieve.

Q: What are your favourite things to do with Oliver?

A: We like to do anything that gets us outdoors - from skiing, to biking, to hiking or back country camping!

Q: What is your go to Crave treat?

A: I like the cookies - they’re the best! My favourite on the menu right now is the Triple Chocolate.

Q: What was your reaction when Carolyne told you about her plan to start Crave?

A: She had been debating opening her own business to bake full time, or pursuing a law degree. When she decided to pursue baking, I was happy she was doing what makes her happy.

Chris

Jodi and Chris met have been married for 20 years, and have two sons Mac and Griffen. When Jodi and Carolyne started Crave, Chris actually worked as their controller and helped with building the Aspen, Crowfoot, Edmonton and Saskatoon locations!

Q: What was your reaction when Jodi told you about her and Carolyne’s plan to start Crave?

A: I was thrilled for the two of them, because I knew Jodi and Carolyne were excited to start a new business together. They were smiling from ear to ear.

Q: Tell us your favourite part about being a Dad.

A: Having them, raising them, getting to hang out with them - everything about being with my kids is my favourite.

Q: What have your learned from your two sons, Mac and Griffen?

A: I’ve learned there's more than one way to do something. There’s three ways - including mine!

Q: Any advice or wisdom you’d pass along to new dads?

A: I would say to take it day by day. Don't presume you'll know everything and let your experiences guide your next decision.

Q: What is your go to Crave treat?

A: The Twix bar, but if I have to pick a cupcake, I'll take a Red Velvet cupcake any day… followed closely by Coconut Vanilla.

Bumble Bee Cake

Buzz into summer with our new Bumble Bee cake. Delicately decorated with buttercream bees and includes three layers of chocolate or vanilla cake decorated with vanilla buttercream.