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Pheonix, AZ

Raising funds to expand a bakery offering high-quality, allergy-conscious treats and Italian-roasted coffee.

• Mission: Expanding Bear and the Honey Specialty Bakery to meet increasing demand for allergy-conscious and dietary-specific pastries, breakfast, and coffee offerings.  
• Growth Strategy: Raising funds to enhance operational capacity through equipment upgrades, administrative improvements, and working capital.  
• Product Focus: Offering a range of allergy-friendly and dietary-inclusive options, including gluten-free, vegan, paleo, keto, and sugar-free treats, all made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients.  
• Customer Experience: Providing a community-driven dining experience with premium coffee, pastries, and light brunch and cocktail menus for customers with diverse dietary preferences.  
• Community Impact: Evolving from a home-based gluten-free pie business to a full-service bakery and coffee shop, Bear and the Honey supports a wide range of dietary needs while remaining focused on quality and inclusivity.

Bear and the Honey Specialty Bakery is raising funds to support its growth as a bakery and coffee shop known for quality and allergy-conscious options. This local establishment serves Italian-roasted coffee and premium pastries, alongside a varied menu including breakfast, brunch, and upscale cocktail offerings. The bakery originated from a home-based business focused on gluten-free pies and has expanded to provide a wide range of allergy-friendly treats that cater to diverse dietary preferences, such as vegan, paleo, and keto, while prioritizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

This fundraising effort is aimed at expanding the bakery’s operational capacity by allocating funds toward administrative costs, equipment upgrades, and working capital. The raised capital will ensure Bear and the Honey continues to meet demand and provide a community-centric, inclusive dining experience that offers something for every dietary need.

Company Info

A specialty bakery and coffee shop offering quality pastries and allergy-friendly options.

Bear and the Honey Specialty Bakery is a bakery and coffee shop offering a range of pastries, cakes, and treats, with a focus on quality ingredients and allergy-conscious options. They serve breakfast, lunch, brunch, and even offer light happy hour selections, all complemented by in-house Italian roasted coffee, cocktails, and locally sourced wines and beers. Customers can enjoy items made from ingredients like avocado oil and real sweet cream butter, aligning with the bakery’s dedication to fresh, local, and inclusive products for all dietary preferences.

Founded in 2013 by Monique Curry, Bear and the Honey began in a small home kitchen to meet the rising demand for gluten-free and allergy-friendly foods. Over time, they expanded their menu to include options for various dietary needs, such as vegan, paleo, keto, and sugar-free treats. The bakery continues to evolve its offerings, striving to provide enjoyable treats for every customer, regardless of dietary restrictions or preferences.