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From the Founder - Dave Beck

Crumbs @ Chesapeake has created from not only a love of baking but also through the love of a close family.

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The couple in the photograph are Harry and May May, my maternal grandparents and the inspiration for the tea room.

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May May loved nothing more than to spend time in the kitchen to provide for her family.  Harry, a true gent and a bit of a perfectionist would supervise to make sure she 'were to get it right Mate'.

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This is a position he maintained whilst teaching me the baking skills he had learnt from May May and to 'get it right son'.

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If Harry and May May were here today they would welcome you with warm hearts and open arms.  A feeling we hope to replicate today.

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Here at Crumbs we are about simple homemade products and delicious afternoon teas with friendly service and a homely atmosphere, all in the surroundings that compliment the historic building that is Chesapeake Mill.

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While visiting, we hope that you feel like part of our family too.

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Dave
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