Today we’d like to introduce you to Max Peters.
Hi Max, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My name is Max Peters and I’m the Co-Owner (alongside my wife Nanalli) of Gulf Coast Bread Pudding Co. I was born in Montreal, Quebec Canada but raised in a close-knit community of Alief, Texas… a suburban Houston community. It is also important to mention that my roots are in Halifax, Nova Scotia and Little Rock, Arkansas. My love for culinary arts began during the short time I lived in Montreal. My family absolutely loved the food scene. Montreal was heavily influenced by French cuisine, but more on diverse international foods. In addition, my father was a Chef at a French restaurant and my mother loved to bake. I was surrounded by delectable treats regularly. My father would take me to work with him on occasions and I recall his chocolate mousse dessert being the highlight each time. When it comes to baking, the most influential person in the family was my mother. She baked frequently using any fruits or vegetables that were available. I grew up indulging in a wide range of pies, tarts, cakes, puddings, etc. That spirit is what we would like to bring to Gulf Coast Bread Pudding Co.
Gulf Coast Bread Pudding is a specialty bakery that focuses on providing quality flavors of bread pudding by the slice and pan. We are the only bread pudding focused dessert shop in Houston.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
In the past, we had challenges with getting our product into our customers’ hands as a cottage business operating out of a commercial kitchen. Also, we were unable to provide our customers with the ability to sample a variety of items since we only sold bread pudding in a large single unit (by the pan). These were some of the challenges that motivated us to open our first brick and mortar location.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Gulf Coast Bread Pudding?
As previously mentioned, we are a specialty store providing quality bread pudding to our customers. We offer slices in store and via our website. Customers can order pans through both channels as we ship nationwide. Our goal is to allow customers near and far the ability to access our delicious desserts. Patrons within certain parts of Cypress, Katy, and the Energy Corridor can receive door dash deliveries if preferred. Currently, our assortment consists of nine bread pudding flavors. As seasons change, so will some of our flavors. We also carry a variety of gourmet cookies and drinks. We’re most proud of our unique business, being that we specialize in bread pudding and are the first to do so.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
My favorite podcast is “How I Built This.” I listened to it almost daily, even with my family at times. Hearing others speak of their entrepreneurial journeys always inspires me. In today’s climate, I find comfort in reading my Bible every night. Doing so helps me to cope with day-to-day obstacles and it keeps me grounded. I find solace when I study the word of God.
Contact Info:
- Website: gcbreadpudding.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gulfcoastbreadpudding/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gulfcoastbreadpudding
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcbreadpudding
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/gulf-coast-bread-pudding-houston
