Montreal chef Jo Notkin launches new line of baking mixes

Bake something delicious at home with the help of a Top Chef Canada fan favourite

Since rising to fame on the latest season of Top Chef Canada earlier this year, Montreal’s Jo Notkin has become known for her creative approach to cooking and, in particular, her delicious baked goods.

Lucky for Canadian home cooks, getting a taste of Notkin’s baking has gotten a lot easier. Earlier this month, the chef launched a new line of baking mixes available through her catering company’s online shop, the Zoe Ford Pantry.

“When the pandemic started and I knew then that all events for the foreseeable future would be canceled, I decided to find a way to stay connected with our customers,” said Notkin. “It took three weeks from start-to-finish to create a line of our most cherished catering pastries for people to prepare at home.”

Her mixing instructions are unfussy, customizable and you can taste the difference in quality when compared to chain grocery store baking mixes that typically taste synthetic. Notkin’s mixes are made with organic flour, high-quality chocolate and offer up some of her favourite recipes.

“I wanted to build something that encouraged people to make it their own and use what they have…