Pursuing my dream of a pastry shop

I’ve been toying with the idea of opening my own pastry shop for months now. The other day, I finally measured out some ingredient ratios to perfect a new recipe for a stunning layered mousse cake, and it inspired me to take the plunge. Has anyone else transitioned from a pastry position to owning a shop? I’d love to hear about your experiences.

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