Business Details
17 Years
experience
Artisan Bakery & Custom Desserts in Edmonton
Since opening in 2009, Duchess Bake Shop has established itself as a premier bakery and patisserie in Edmonton and Canada. Our commitment to quality ingredients and meticulous attention to detail ensures every product brings joy to our customers. Our diverse kitchen team, with backgrounds in high-volume production and artisan baking, collaborates to maintain exceptional standards daily. We specialize in scratch-made pastries, cakes, and tarts using premium ingredients, supported by rigorous cleanliness and precision in our processes. Our team members undergo comprehensive training with our executive pastry team, fostering skill development and recipe innovation.We offer competitive compensation, health benefits, and a supportive work environment that values teamwork, continuous learning, and dedication to excellence. Our operations include 124th Street and Ritchie Market locations, with pre-order services requiring 48-hour notice and a 24/7 online ordering system for convenience. We maintain strict cancellation policies and donate unpicked orders after specified periods. Our community involvement includes partnerships with local organizations like the Bissell Centre and active participation in Edmonton's cultural landscape through events and educational initiatives.
Services
Custom Pastries
Wedding Favours
Baking Classes
Macaron Towers
Specialty Cakes
Pastry Workshops
Event Catering
Cookbook Sales
Provisions Store
Online Ordering
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in artisan baking since 2009 with award-winning pastry chefs
- Our team undergoes continuous training with executive pastry professionals
- We use only premium, locally-sourced ingredients in all baked goods
- We offer comprehensive baking education through Duchess Atelier
- We maintain strict quality control with daily freshness guarantees
Services
Custom Pastries
Our scratch-made pastries combine traditional techniques with modern innovation. Each item is crafted using premium ingredients with meticulous attention to detail. Our rotating selection includes classic favorites and seasonal specialties, all prepared daily by experienced pastry chefs. Customers can order individual items or bulk quantities for special events.
Wedding Favours
We create elegant macaron favors in customizable flavor combinations. Our wedding packages include 48-hour notice requirement and ribbon customization options. Each order features classic and monthly rotating flavors, with pricing based on quantity and packaging requirements. Clients receive personalized email support for event coordination.
Baking Classes
Duchess Atelier offers hands-on baking education with professional pastry chefs. Our curriculum covers fundamental techniques and advanced pastry arts. Classes include recipe science instruction and practical skill development. Participants receive take-home materials and access to exclusive recipes developed by our executive pastry team.
Macaron Towers
These decorative towers feature 180 handcrafted macarons in classic and seasonal flavors. Available in two sizes serving 50-90 guests, they require 72-hour advance notice. The rental package includes a display stand with return instructions. Custom decoration options allow event personalization through ribbons and floral arrangements.
Specialty Cakes
We create bespoke cakes for celebrations with flavor and design customization. Our offerings include traditional layer cakes and modern artistic designs. Each cake uses house-made components like jams and mousses. Clients work directly with pastry chefs to develop personalized creations for pickup or special events.
People
Garner
Owner
Co-founder with 15+ years in bakery operations. Previously worked in Tokyo food industry. Focuses on brand development and community engagement. Serves on local business and arts boards.
Ewa
Owner
Co-owner with background in interior design and retail. Founded local cleaning company. Manages business operations and quality control. Committed to Edmonton's culinary scene development.
Jay
Owner
Co-owner and serial entrepreneur. Operates multiple Edmonton food businesses. Focuses on strategic growth and community partnerships. Active in local economic development initiatives.
Katie
Head of Duchess Atelier
Edmonton native with SAIT baking diploma and NAIT architectural training. Teaches baking science. Develops educational curriculum. Manages baking classes and student engagement programs.
Sharileen
Head of Duchess Provisions
Original team member with 14 years experience. Creator of signature sour cream cherry pie. Expert in pie-making techniques. Manages provisions department and product development.
Questions
What pre-order notice is required?
We require minimum 48-hour notice for all pre-orders.
Do you offer custom macaron flavors?
We don't accommodate custom flavors but offer monthly rotating options.
Are your products gluten-free?
Some items are gluten-free but we cannot guarantee no cross-contamination.
Can I rent just the macaron tower stand?
Stand rental requires simultaneous macaron order purchase.
Do you deliver special occasion orders?
We don't offer delivery but allow courier pickup arrangements.
