With a loyal following and a trusted name built by industry expert Marco Cassano, Annina’s has become more than a neighborhood gem—it’s a brand people drive out of their way for, a food truck staple at festivals and fairs, and a catering powerhouse serving everything from kids’ birthday parties to full-scale corporate events of up to 800 guests.
It’s time to invest in something truly different, high-quality, and crave-worthy: Annina’s Bakeshop. This isn’t just another café or bakery. This is a full-service, high-end destination where modern-day brunch lovers, baked-good enthusiasts, and families gather for unforgettable food and genuine hospitality—all served up in a beautiful, thoughtfully designed space.
At Annina’s Bakeshop, everything starts with family. Annina’s opened its doors in Goodwood, Ontario, in 2007 as a cozy café and has since grown into a destination spot, drawing guests from across Canada who crave fresh, homemade desserts and hearty, country-style meals made with care by the Annina’s team.
At the core of it all is Chef Marco Cassano—a culinary force whose passion for food runs deep. With his vision and dedication, he transformed Annina’s into the warm, welcoming, and always delicious gathering place it is today. We’re proud to serve our community, share our story, and invite you to be a part of the Annina’s Bakeshop family!
At Annina’s, we believe that our franchisees deserve more than a business model—they deserve a true partnership, ensuring full confidence, capability, and support.
Our two-phase, hands-on program starts at our flagship café, where you’ll learn every aspect of the business—from POS to inventory. Then, we come to you, offering on-site support before and after opening to fine-tune operations and set your team up for success.
You’ll benefit from tailored launch strategies, promotional templates, and brand assets designed to drive local awareness. We’ll help you create buzz before opening and continue to offer tools that drive ongoing engagement, seasonal campaigns, and community outreach.
Whether it’s ordering, staffing, or maintaining the highest standards of quality and service, our systems are designed to be easy to follow and efficient to run. We ensure everything flows with ease—from back-of-house processes to front-of-house excellence.
Our culinary team is always testing new recipes, refining processes, and enhancing the menu to keep your offerings fresh and in demand. As a franchisee, you’ll be first in line to benefit from product innovation and evolving trends—ensuring your Annina’s stays current.
We’re just as involved in finding the right location as we are in training your team. Franchisees submit 3–5 location options, which we review and visit in person to finalize. Once approved, we provide detailed design guidelines, access to our contractors list, and optional build-out assistance.
Annina’s Bakeshop isn’t just another café—it’s a curated experience, a proven model, and a brand built on passion, precision, and purpose.
Start by filling out our quick and easy franchise inquiry form. This is your first step toward joining the Annina’s Bakeshop brand.
We’ll schedule an introductory call to get to know you, answer your initial questions, and see if we’re a good fit for each other.
Next, we’ll walk you through our Franchise Agreement. We believe in full transparency, so you’ll have all the information you need.
You’ll be invited to meet the team, see us in action, and soak up the Annina’s atmosphere that keeps customers coming back.
Once you’re confident and ready, it’s time to sign the Franchise Agreement and officially join the family. Your journey as an owner begins here.
From initial training to ongoing guidance, you’ll receive the tools, support, and recipes for success—all baked into the process.
At Annina’s Bakeshop, everything starts with family. Annina’s opened its doors in Goodwood, Ontario, in 2007 as a cozy café and has since grown into a destination spot, drawing guests from across Canada who crave fresh, homemade desserts and hearty, country-style meals made with care by the Annina’s team.
At the core of it all is Chef Marco Cassano—a culinary force whose passion for food runs deep. With his vision and dedication, he transformed Annina’s into the warm, welcoming, and always delicious gathering place it is today. We’re proud to serve our community, share our story, and invite you to be a part of the Annina’s Bakeshop family!
We’re looking for franchisees who love great food, enjoy connecting with people, and bring a mix of hustle and heart to the table. If you’ve got experience in food service or management and you’re excited to embrace the Annina’s culture, you’ll fit right in.
Yes! Every franchise includes an exclusive territory, giving you the space and confidence to grow your business within a protected market of approximately 50,000 to 100,000 people.
Prospective franchisees should have a minimum of $315,000 in investment funding to cover working capital, start-up costs, and the initial franchise fee, ensuring a smooth and efficient launch for your brand-new Annina’s Bakeshop location.
