Parent Profile: Denay Maheu
Name: Denay Maheu
Occupation: Co-Owner of Taste & See Chocolates and Gelato Spouse: Greg Maheu
Children: Son, Brock Brewer, co-owner and Gelato Chef, and Daughter Ashley Brewer-Wheelhouse with husband Ryan
What I am currently reading?
Success God’s Way by Charles Stanley
What were the favorite books I read to my children?
I enjoyed reading “The Three Little Pigs”, “Goldilocks” and the “Three Bears”, and “Jack and the Beanstalk”.
Most embarrassing thing my child said in public?
My son asked his kindergarten teacher, “Is it true that redheads are wild?” She was a redhead.
My Favorite childhood movie or show.
Lassie and Little House on the Prairie.
Proudest parent moments to date:
Both of my children are succeeding in different areas of their lives that bring them joy, and I am very proud of that.
Best parenting advice I have received.
That there are seven principles every child needs: spiritual, moral, relational, vocational, financial, authoritative, and personal. You should do your best as a parent to help fulfill all of them.
Best advice about working with family?
Respect their space away from work. Pray for them daily.
Best thing about working with family?
We have the opportunity to inspire and encourage one another to create great products that make people happy.
My favorite memory as a child:
At the age of five, I blew on a dandelion, and wished that I would one day have my own candy store. My wish came true.
What is the best thing about working your childhood dream job?
I love seeing how excited the kids and families are about our store. That makes me happy.
