Our Story
Our journey began in 2017, inspired by our love for animals and baking. After training at Blackhawk Technical College, we set out to make our dream a reality. Despite the challenges of the 2020 pandemic, finding our rescue dogs Nikko and Nori renewed our passion. They, along with our other beloved pets—Penny, Pulga, Yoda, Pantera, and more—motivated us to create "I Rescued Patisserie & Bakery," a bakery dedicated to delicious treats and giving back to the animal rescue community. Their love and spirit have been at the heart of our journey, guiding us every step of the way.
Looking back, it’s incredible to see how each little detail has contributed to our story. Our furry family members—Penny, Pulga, Yoda, Pantera, Peluso, Pellejo, Mojani, Stark, and Coco—played a special role in helping us discover our dream. We started our baking journey around 2017, eager but inexperienced. To gain the skills we needed, we enrolled in Blackhawk Technical College's culinary arts program, where we honed our baking abilities and learned the business of running a bakery. Graduating with the confidence and tools to bring our vision to life, we were ready to begin—until the harsh reality of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 nearly put our dreams on hold.
Things turned around the following year when we welcomed Nikko, our newest rescue, into our lives. Though we had recently lost some of our beloved rescues, a message stayed with us: "Don't close your heart to other rescues because you lost me." A few years later, we welcomed Nori, deepening our commitment to giving rescues a loving home and to educating others about the responsibilities and rewards of animal rescue. With our passion for animals and baking, "I Rescued Patisserie & Bakery" was born.
Nikko and Nori became our loyal companions, always eager to taste-test our creations and provide inspiration. They, along with the memory of our other furry family members, have driven us to create a bakery that celebrates our love for both animals and baking. As we continue to grow and learn, we look forward to the future, grateful for the love and inspiration our pets have brought into our lives and our business.
