A History of Perfection
The Perfect Dessert for your Sweet Tooth
Jeanne Cheatum’s confectionery skills began back in the 1950’s as she diligently and lovingly made a variety of candies from her kitchen for the holidays. Her English Toffee was the most sought after. Plates of her delicious treats were given to the mail man, milk man, neighbors, friends, businesses and of course her family. Jeanne and her husband of almost 60 years, reared 6 children. Jeanne had a heart to give, was busy attending to her children and yet found time to be creative in the kitchen – a gift from God!
The Legacy Continues
Claudia Mineo, Jeanne’s eldest daughter, continued the tradition of making English Toffee after she was married, 49 years ago! “Are you making English Toffee this year?” was a repeated question each year along with the statement “you could sell this!” Being encouraged to begin a business selling English Toffee became a reality in November 2019 – now a dream come true. Claudia’s motivation to name it Jeanne’s English Toffee was to honor her mother and glorify God. Jeanne’s most often quoted scripture was from Philipians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”. This was a verse she would often encourage her children with during different events in their lives. Jeanne Cheatum passed away from natural causes in March of 2020. Before she passed away, they were able to have sweet discussions about tricks and secrets of her English Toffee and about future dreams. Moments Claudia will always treasure!
Like her mother who gave away the English Toffee, Claudia is now selling it for the same reasons – for co-workers, teachers, hostess gifts, bosses, doctors, an indulgence just for yourself, and of course, family! Jeanne’s English Toffee has been shipped throughout the United States and across the pond to members of a family! Claudia’s thought that it would be a ‘seasonal’ business is now expanded to supply yummy treats for Valentine’s Day, Easter, and even during the hot summer months and included as a wedding favor!
tradition
Homemade
Quality
LOVE
Fresh & Tasty – every Time
We have been complimented on our ‘simple and elegant’ candy box with a business card included in each box for future sales.
Jeanne Cheatum was a ‘perfectionist’. Each gift was lovingly and carefully put together. Claudia is carrying on the same ‘perfectionist’ attitude – carefully made and boxed with perfection as what people have said was ‘the best English toffee I have ever tasted!’