AFTER four years in Ilminster, the owners of a popular bakery have announced their decision to close the shop, allowing them to focus on their other business.
The Somerset Cheesecakery at 33 Silver Street will be closing permanently from mid-February.
According to the owners, Simon and Gemma, what started as a small business during lockdown turned into something they “never could have imagined”.
They said: “This business gave us focus through uncertain times, grew with us as we came out of lockdown, and became something we truly love.
“We’re incredibly proud of what we built and so grateful for every order, message, recommendation, and kind word along the way.”
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Now Simon and Gemma have made the difficult decision to close their doors saying that, as this isn’t their only business venture, they feel it is now time to focus their energy back on their first business in fitness and personal training.
They said: “This hasn’t been an easy decision, but it’s the right one for us. As many of you are aware, The Cheesecakery isn’t our only venture and, as we move forward, it’s time to focus our energy back into our first business (Fitness & Personal Training), which now needs our full attention.”
The shop’s final day will be on Saturday, February 14, and residents are encouraged to pop in for Valentine’s treats and to help the owners celebrate the end of the chapter.
According to them, while the store is closing, it is not goodbye forever, as the pair will be continuing to take orders from home and plan to pop up at various food events and fairs throughout the year across the South West.
They have also expressed their gratitude to all their supporters over the years.
They said: “To every single customer who supported us — thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
“You’ve made this journey unforgettable, and we’ll always be proud of what this little cheesecake business became.”
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