Authenticity You Can Taste - The French Confection

Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in food and beverage but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Xavier Mauprivez, Chef and Owner of The French Confection, located in Portsmouth, RI, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

We are a pastry shop. Our customers are people who can taste the difference between a factory product and a homemade one.

Tell us about yourself

I was born in my parent's bakery in Reims, France. The motivation comes from repeat customers who can taste the quality of our products.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

We started our business in the Washington DC, area in 1991.

What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?

The hours. Also, you can't call in sick!

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

1. Make sure you are healthy and fit.
2. Have more money than you think you need.
3. Do not buy all of your equipment new.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.thefrenchconfection.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063611739049
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrenchconfection/

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