On this episode of Scran, I investigate how you go about operating a successful bakery in 2026.
First up, I paid a visit to Lannan in Edinburgh. Lannan has been hitting the headlines and influencing people from all over the world via social media since it opened in 2023.
I chatted to baker and co-owner Darcie Maher about how the business came about, what that has meant for her life and the pressures that come with operating an extremely popular corner store bakery.
The Bread Maker in Aberdeen will turn 20 this year, and as a more established business I wanted to know what was the secret to their success.
Donald Anderson runs this social enterprise and spoke to me about their ethos in the coffee house, bakery and the classes they run.
The Bread Maker aims to provide meaningful work opportunities to adults with learning disabilities. Donald fills me in on the truly inspiring work of the business.
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