Every week at the market, there’s a line at Katie Bakes Gluten Free. I recently chatted with Katie Moore to learn more about her business and what brought her to the Saratoga Farmers’ Market.
What led you to start Katie Bakes Gluten Free?
“My partner has celiac disease, so it was extremely important to maintain a dedicated gluten-free kitchen for the sake of his health. I had over 12 years of professional baking experience, and I was determined to create recipes that we could both enjoy. After years of experimenting, I developed a handful of great recipes and knew I needed to share my baked goods with the rest of the gluten-free community.”
When did you start your business?
“Katie Bakes Gluten Free will be officially one year old next week on Pi Day (3/14), but it wasn’t a full-time endeavor until September 2023.”
What brought you to the Saratoga Farmers’ Market?
“Last fall, I wanted to expand my reach beyond the small following I had developed in the previous few months. I saw that the Saratoga Farmers’ Market was accepting applications, and once I was approved, it was the final push that I needed to dive in head first and make this a full-time business! My experience has been overwhelmingly positive! Other vendors have been supportive and welcoming, and I’ve developed an amazing group of regular customers who have made me realize that I definitely made the right decision in pursuing this path. I’m so grateful to be a part of the Saratoga Farmers’ Market community and am looking forward to joining this summer on Saturdays in High Rock Park starting in May.”
What advice do you have for the gluten-free home baker?
“Don’t get discouraged. Gluten-free baking is challenging, and it takes a lot of trial and error; emphasis on error!”
What is your number one hot seller?
“It has been bagels, but it’s recently becoming cinnamon buns.”
What is your favorite product to make?
“Decorated sugar cookies. I love being creative, and sugar cookies allow me to sit down, slow down, and focus on making something beautiful.”
The Saratoga Farmers’ Market will be open on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. from November through April at the Wilton Mall Food Court, accessible from the mall entrance across from BJs or the mall interior. Find us online at www.saratogafarmersmarket.org, where you can sign up for our weekly newsletter and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
