Marilyn C. Magbuo arrived in Singapore in 2009 from Batangas, Philippines. Whilst studying at Aidha, Marilyn C. Magbuo started an Internet café in her hometown. She had three desktop computers and fast internet connection for surfing, gaming and printing services. However, after much thought and saving, she decided to open another business to bring in more income for her family. Her employer taught Marilyn her signature apple pie recipe, and from there, she had a strong desire to open up her own bakery. In January 2012, construction began on the plot of land she bought with her savings. Just two months later, they had the official opening of “Mayen’s Bakery”. Her business has been growing ever since. “We sell around 7 different kinds of bread. My regular customers include the ministore in our village, the school canteen (since we live close to a school), and now, we even have people asking us to deliver bread to their homes,” she proudly shares. “In fact, most of the time, we finish all the bread we make. There are no leftovers!”