Before Blazin Glazin Donuts, Scott Barasch was a project manager at Apple, overseeing major launches and collaborating across continents. But after years of high-level corporate success, he knew it was time for change. He wanted the freedom to set his schedule, tap into his creative side, and build something meaningful with his family.
Growing up in the Valley, Laurie Ann Barasch’s grandparents owned a café, where her grandfather was known for his cinnamon sugar donuts. She’s loved these sweet treats all her life, and naturally passed that down to her kids—and husband.
“We always go on vacation and find a donut place, so when we got a broker and started looking at different types of businesses, it always came back to that idea,” says Laurie. “We wanted something we could do as a family, that really meant something to us.”
That transformed into a fully mobile operation, designed to bring fun wherever it’s needed. Whether it’s corporate gatherings, school functions, or festivals, Blazin Glazin Donuts shows up ready to crank out fresh mini donuts and beverages.
The spark for the brand came from their fascination with cryptids and Laurie’s childhood memories of camping at national parks. In partnership with a local graphic designer, they dreamed up the perfect mascot, Blaze—a shaggy, donut-loving sasquatch who serves as their go-to photo op.
Scott and Laurie are proud of how their teens have grown alongside the business, gaining valuable life skills through customer service and behind-the-scenes work. From giving back to Leander High School’s baseball team to serving pilots during the solar eclipse in Bertram to championing Texas Parks & Wildlife, the Barasch family goes where they can create memories and spark joy.
“There’s something so special about every event we’ve done. It’s important that we support our community because they support us,” says Laurie. “It’s not always easy, but you always have the support of your family.”
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“It’s something comforting that people know, but it’s also a new experience.”