Made In Ely - an Ely Work Collective podcast

Victoria Dunthorne of Victoria's Cheese joins the Made in Ely Podcast to discuss her journey from accountant to artisan cheesemonger, why she champions British cheeses and English wines, and how she curates her ever-changing counter at her Ely shop. They cover signature offerings like Friday "Blind Date" grab bags, sold‑out tasting lock‑ins, the shop’s strong community support, challenges of runni...

In this episode of Made in Ely, we sit down with Ben Sulston, co-owner of Change Coffee Roasters in Cambridge. A chef by trade and a passionate advocate for ethical sourcing, Ben shares the story behind building a coffee brand with purpose—one that puts sustainability and transparency front and centre. We also dive into his background in the kitchen, how that influences his approach to coffee, and...

Sophie talks about building Sophie's Afternoon Teas and Cakes in Ely—from starting on local markets to opening a cosy tea room on Three Cups Walk. She makes all cakes and afternoon teas herself, offers gluten-free and vegan options, and sources ingredients locally. The episode covers her pandemic pivot to delivery boxes, the importance of starting small, supporting other local businesses, and the...

Made in Ely Podcast | Episode 1: Scott Colling, Ely Computer Centre In this episode, we sit down with Scott Colling, founder of Ely Computer Centre, to discuss his journey building a local business, the challenges and rewards of serving the Ely community, and what it takes to thrive as an independent retailer in today's world.