Stories from the Land of Troy

Its coming to the end of August 2026, our website has been soft launched and all checks carried out, I'm really happy with it 😊. We have racking installed to cope with all the stock, and possibly require more racking as our product range expands. I have just got back from 5days in south west Turkiye, sourcing potential suppliers for future products, met some wonderful people and ate some amazing Turkish food. I am looking forward to visiting Turkiye again in September, where I will meet a family business who will be making handmade bags for The Troy Pantry ! 

Its July and I have just returned from visiting Canakkale again. I left the UK suitcase in hand and a list of suppliers to visit. Left at 2am to catch my flight, only to find the M25 and M23 were closed due to accidents so it was a stressful beginning to my journey. But I did make the flight, and had a wonderful time in Turkiye, meeting Jewellers, Olive oil farmers, and ceramic designers. I also popped in to see my parents and catch up on the gossip!). I have come away with my initial preferred suppliers list and already placed orders which should arrive in the UK in the next 4 weeks. So exciting!😊💖

In April, I embarked on a delightful journey to Çanakkale, a charming town nestled on the northwest coast of Turkiye, rich in history and tradition. My primary goal was to explore the local manufacturers, renowned for their craftsmanship and vibrant designs.