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We are proud of our purpose-built factory, which runs entirely on local, sustainable sources of renewable energy, and provides year round employment for islanders where many jobs tend to be seasonal. After a hectic and danger-filled career as a moustachioed plumber-come-kart-racer, Mario retired to the Isle of Mull to take up biscuit making as our Production Manager. Although nothing quite beats the thrill of the rainbow road, his knees just weren't up to bouncing on mushrooms and tortoises any more. Denise is our fresh faced new Top Gun Commercial Manager, a role she performs by time-travel from the 1980s where she is still performing as the fourth member of The Bangles. If its a colourful spreadsheet or a rendition of Walk Like An Egyptian you need (complete with actions), she is the woman to ring. You should find a selection of most of our products there, but there occasionally ‘Bakery Boo Boos!’ are on offer. These are biscuits that have gone a little below our best quality – they could be too small, too big, mis-shaped, or have too little or even too much chocolate!
Joe & Dawn Reade were fresh-faced and naïve young graduates of the University of Edinburgh when they started baking bread in a converted garage in Tobermory in 1994. The local baker was retiring, and the islanders needed someone to keep them in lovely fresh loaves.
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The best selling biscuits are Lemon Melts, which have a loyal fan base, but there is something for everyone in our range. Recently, savoury biscuits have been added to the product selection. Our mission in setting up our business was to find a way to support ourselves to live on the Isle of Mull, and that remains very much the case as we love it here! The business has transformed itself from the early days, but we have built something that everyone working with us can be proud of, as well as sending lots of biscuit ambassadors for the island out into the big world! Being organic is just one element of the company ethos of being as environmentally sensitive as possible. Being on a west coast island brings a steady supply of wet and windy weather which can be used to generate energy!
The biscuit range offered by Island Bakery is not only diverse but also imbued with local charm. From the warming spice of ginger to the tangy allure of lemon, each variety offers a unique experience. Whether you're a fan of the classic shortbread or prefer a chocolate-infused treat, there's a biscuit to suit every palate. What Are The Most Popular Products from Island Bakery? Being organic is only part of the picture for us. Our new factory building is powered entirely with local sources of renewable energy. Electricity for the building is generated both by a hydro-electric turbine on the neighbouring Tobermory river, and a single wind turbine set on a hill above the bakery. Our unique ovens are heated using local wood chip from Mull’s abundant timber plantations. This is not only environmentally sustainable but the gentle heat gives the biscuits a slow, perfect bake. In 2012 we moved into a purpose-built new factory with a wood powered oven, and local renewable electricity.Fiona is the only person in the business who actually has official baking qualifications and is therefore responsible for many things, including the development of tasty new biccies. She is also our longest-standing employee, having started with us in 1994 making amazing cakes and baking tasty bread. Embark on a taste journey to the heart of the Scottish Isles with Island Bakery Biscuits. Nestled on the idyllic Isle of Mull, this charming bakery crafts a unique variety of biscuits that encapsulate the essence of the Scottish Highlands and the tranquil seaside. Keeping things in the family, Paul is Lynn’s husband, and our delivery driver. Before taking up biscuit delivery, Paul had a successful career as a stage hypnotist that ended in unfortunate circumstances and a protracted legal battle with a lady from Dundee who can no longer eat anything apart from Marmalade.
As well as the 8 varieties of sweet biscuits, 3 choices of Oatcakes and 3 Isle of Mull Cheese biscuits, are now on offer. First and foremost it is Island Bakery’s mission to make biscuits that taste brilliant! Whilst you may have appreciated their deliciousness, it may have escaped your notice that our biscuits are organic. We hope not.Recent studies have shown that organic foods have much higher levels of antioxidants and other good nutrients than conventional crops, and none of the chemicals which are routinely applied to them. For special occasions, there are also tins of shortbread with 4 flavour combinations – Classic; Date & Walnut; Cranberry, Orange & Pecan; and Choc Chip, Peanut & Toffee.
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