Liam’s Cinnamon Rolls: A 12-Year-Old on the Rise by Peri Hayes In January of this year, Liam Tait — at twelve years young — began baking cinnamon buns with an initial goal in mind; to save money for a captivating 3,800 piece Lego set. Reaching his $600 goal merely after three weekends of baking, Liam has been immersed in the process of building his set. Liam dove into this adventure with an admitted combination of nerves and excitement, evidently met with great perseverance and determination. His first vendor show took place at the London Multi-Vendor Expo, which he recounts being a busy experience. Liam offers his cinnamon rolls in packages of half a dozen ($18.00), nine ($24.00), and a dozen ($30.00) – with lactose-free options also available. He sells individual cinnamon servings at vendor shows, about which he excitedly announces his latest participation at the May 2nd Shaw’s Scoop & Shop Market.
his Lego, he expressed that he wanted to keep the business going. He said, ‘Mom, if I continue, I can buy a car when I’m 16.’ Liam is certainly learning a lot throughout this process. He impressively sat down with his calculator and crunched the numbers to compare sourcing materials online versus at a wholesale supplier.” Liam and Angel have been grateful for the use of Gen Kroeker’s local Innovation Kitchen, where Liam prepares his products. As Angel further highlights, “Since Liam was very little, he always wanted to help others. Since realizing his impact, he strives to do so on a bigger scale through fundraising for local charities.” Liam participated in a raffle draw for the INN with a dozen cinnamon rolls, raising $245.00. He previously raised $250.00 for Animal Aide of St. Thomas-Elgin, and most recently contributed to a food drive for the St. Thomas Elgin Food Bank. As the flourishing entrepreneur shares, the construction of Liam’s Cinnamon Rolls website is presently in progress. In the meantime, the best means of contacting the business is through the ‘Liam’s Cinnamon Rolls’ Facebook page. On their announcement posts, orders are accepted in the comment section. Liam’s Cinnamon Rolls is also active on Instagram, for those wishing to follow along the ambitious Liam’s blossoming baking journey.
What inspired cinnamon rolls? Liam depicts fond memories of baking in the kitchen with his mom: “This is something that we like to do together.” Proud mother, Angel Davie, reflects on this experience alongside her son: “I love it! I initially provided the supplies and purchased the ingredients as my contribution to Liam’s Lego set, and Liam has been buying the ingredients ever since. When he saw how fast he made the money for
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