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Confelicity’s story and why we are here

Why are we doing this? For the Confelicity - the joy to be had in the happiness of others. That is the heart of everything we do. 💛

We believe in:

  • Kindness – in how we treat our customers, our team, and our community. Everyone is going through something we don’t know about, so we choose to be kind first.

  • Shared joy and conversations – cooking, baking and serving for the benefit of others - to create happiness and connection with the local community and the community at large.

  • Health, nutrition, seasonality and quality – crafting food that is truly mindful of the ingredients used.

  • Inclusivity - everyone deserves a seat at the table. Gluten free customers can choose from everything on the menu and order without worrying about cross-contamination.

A concept by Chef James Chapman born from a passion for cooking and baking, years of professional cooking experience and a diagnosis of Coeliac Disease igniting a dream to make gluten-free food more accessible and delicious.

Located in Edinburgh, we are proud to offer a range of gluten-free products and services. We have experimented and refined recipes and mindfully source the best seasonal ingredients to create food with care and an unwavering commitment to health and flavour.

We strive to be a community-driven destination where joy and kindness are part of everything we do. Whether you are here to try our freshly baked bread, decadent cakes, celebrate a special occasion or simply to enjoy a cup of coffee, our aim is simple: to make your day a little happier.

Whether you’re gluten-intolerant, coeliac, or simply seeking thoughtful food made with care, we’re here to welcome you warmly. Step into our bakery, or connect with us online – you’ll find more than just treats - you’ll find community, creativity, and kindness.

Thank you for being part of our story.

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Nutrition values

To be kinder to your body and gut 💛

  • Our Chef & Founder was diagnosed with Coeliac Disease in 2020 so everything is gluten-free. All ingredients are certified GF to less than 20ppm. We strive to source 100% GF whenever possible.

  • We aim to achieve a GF accreditation from Coeliac UK as soon as possible (once open) and will update here once achieved

  • In GF baking another binding and thickening ingredient is needed instead of gluten. We only use natural ingredients for this (such as Psyllium husk, Chia Seeds and Eggs, as appropriate) We don’t use any artificial gums such as xanthan gum.

  • We only use organic Psyllium husk to avoid any issues of contamination

  • We don’t use any sodium nitrate (pink salt) cured meats such as ham and bacon. Only Parma ham made with salt and pork and time

  • We don’t use any refined sugars and only use mindful amounts of unrefined and natural sugars. Embracing natural sweetness from fruits, honeys, maple syrup, coconut and unrefined cane sugar

  • We avoid chocolate with added seed oils and palm fat, only using chocolate with natural cocoa butter and from sustainable sources

  • No seed oils are used in any of our cooking and baking, only olive oils, butter, coconut and beef tallow as fats used appropriately

  • No artificial flavours and colourings only natural sources of flavour and colour

  • No added baker’s yeast, only slow natural fermentation 

  • No microwave on the premises

Sustainability Values

To be kinder to our planet and our community 💛

  • Minimal or no cling film used, instead reusable lids or biodegradable wrap used. Where it is needed, minimal amounts used with a commitment to exploring kinder alternatives.

  • No aluminium foil used

  • No plastic chopping boards, wooden alternatives used with a wood food safety policy in place

  • No plastic cooking utensils, wooden or stainless steel alternatives

  • Where plastic is unavoidable for food storage it will be BPA free and any plastic containers supplied with ingredients re-used to avoid purchasing new plastic storage containers.

  • No hot food and sauces stored or chilled in plastic containers

  • Once plastic containers reach the end of there usable life, they will be sent for recycling 

  • All unusable soft and hard plastics sent for recycling

  • All cardboard recycled, reused or returned to suppliers for re-use

  • No non stick cookware, stainless steel and cast iron alternatives in place

  • Biodegradable chemicals for cleaning and sanitising

  • Biodegradable piping bags

  • Biodegradable sponges and cloths for cleaning