Fog/Mist 46°
Tag:

Bakery

Business
Growing Bergen Bakery Has Locals Hooked On Baklava Growing Bergen Bakery Has Locals Hooked On Baklava
Growing Bergen Bakery Has Locals Hooked On Baklava For Aleria Bakery, it's all about the baklava. The popular Cliffside Park bakery and cafe, which opened in 2021, recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location in New Milford at 160 Henley Ave. on Monday, Jan. 15. The opening is a homecoming for Kehetrin Alper, a New Milford resident and one of the co-owners of the restaurant, with her business partner, Sema Gozukucuk. Aleria Bakery The idea for the second location came when the owner of Crespo Hookah Grill in New Milford tried some of her baklava. "He never had baklava," the owner said. "He said 'this is amazing. What is this…

SHARE

by Sam Barron
Business
Sweet Homecoming: Best Friends Of 20 Years Expand Passaic County Bakeshop Sweet Homecoming: Best Friends Of 20 Years Expand Passaic County Bakeshop
Sweet Homecoming: Best Friends Of 20 Years Expand Passaic County Bakeshop It's a homecoming for Elizabeth Rivera and Stefany Ardila The Clifton residents, who have been best friends since elementary school, recently opened Sweet n' Cake at 457 Clifton Ave. It is the second location for the duo, who opened their first storefront in Paterson earlier this year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sweet N’ Cake (@sweet_cakesforever) Rivera and Ardila's journey as business partners began in February 2020, when they started making smaller treats like chocolate covered strawberries.  A month later, the pandemic…

SHARE

by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Husband-Wife Bakers From Bergen Compete On Reality TV Show 'Crime Scene Kitchen' Husband-Wife Bakers From Bergen Compete On Reality TV Show 'Crime Scene Kitchen'
Husband-Wife Bakers From Bergen Compete On Reality TV Show 'Crime Scene Kitchen' Two Bergen County pastry chefs who are married to each other and run their own bakery have decided to become detectives — food detectives. Torre Liebchen and Michelle Micek, the co-founders of Wish Upon a Pastry in Midland Park, are on the latest season of FOX's "Crime Scene Kitchen" hosted by Joel McHale.  The second season premiered on Monday, June 5. View this post on Instagram A post shared by wish upon a pastry / hand crafted custom desserts (@wishuponapastry) On "Crime Scene Kitchen," chefs arrive at the scene of a crime- a kitchen th…

SHARE

by Sam Barron
Business
'Better Life Out Here': Family's Staten Island Bakery Relocates To NJ After 20 Years 'Better Life Out Here': Family's Staten Island Bakery Relocates To NJ After 20 Years
'Better Life Out Here': Family's Staten Island Bakery Relocates To NJ After 20 Years A Staten Island favorite has moved its sweetness to the Jersey Shore — and it's already a hit. Bruno's Bakery opened at at 356 W. Main St., in Freehold, on Nov. 15, 2022. Mother's Day will be its last day in business in Staten Island.  The bakery is a true family affair involving chef and dad, Biagio Settepani; mom Pina Settepani; son Joseph Settepani; son Salvatore Settepani; daughter Fina Pulaj; and chef Joseph's wife and pastry chef, Daniela Settepani. Biagio emigrated to New York from Italy when he was 12 years old. He worked in his first bakery when he was 17. "Ever since then it's b…

SHARE

by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Best Doughnut Spots In North Jersey Best Doughnut Spots In North Jersey
Best Doughnut Spots In North Jersey It’s a new year, which means we’re back again with a new list of North Jersey’s best spots for everyone’s favorite dessert disguised as breakfast — the deliciously decadent doughnut. The spots you see on this list were top-rated on several user-generated review sites, featured in local publications, and recommended by Daily Voice readers. Some are longtime favorites while others have only recently opened their doors. All of these bakeries, however, are dishing out creamy, frosted, and jelly-filled doughnuts we think you'll love — some might even have a line out the door before dawn when th…

SHARE

by Valerie Musson
Business
Popular North Jersey Baker Brings Bakeshop Back After Baby Popular North Jersey Baker Brings Bakeshop Back After Baby
Popular North Jersey Baker Brings Bakeshop Back After Baby A popular North Jersey bakery that closed when its owner welcomed a baby boy will soon be back in business. Bake House on Main in Phillipsburg will reopen with a full Christmas menu later this month, and bring things back full swing in January, owner Amber Santini said on Facebook. Posted by Bake House on Main on Monday, September 12, 2022 Santini and her husband, of Portland, PA, relocated their bakery into the little green house on North Main Street in 2020, four years after opening the shop's initial location in Belvidere. Specializing in fresh, scratch-made pastries, breads, cupcak…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
Business
This New Bergen County Bake Shop Has Layers This New Bergen County Bake Shop Has Layers
This New Bergen County Bake Shop Has Layers This new Bergen County bakery has layers. Guzzo's BakeHouse, coming to Haworth, is run by head chef Ralph Guzzo, who followed in his father's footsteps in the culinary arts when he was just 15. The bakery might be best known for its 7-layer doughnut, rolled out years ago in Staten Island. The bakery upgraded its layered products to crumb cake, cupcakes and more. Guzzo's touts itself for its invention of the Cragel, a hybrid between a croissant and a bagel. Guzzo formerly owned Belli Baci Bakery on Staten Island and Delizioso Bakery+Kitchen in Princeton, BoozyBurbs reports. Indoor an…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
Business
Fast-Growing Cookie Shop Expands Across NJ Fast-Growing Cookie Shop Expands Across NJ
Fast-Growing Cookie Shop Expands Across NJ A fast-expanding cookie shop has three New Jersey locations in the works. Crumbl Cookies' latest location is slated for the Commons in Holmdel on Route 35, NJ Advance Media reports. The bakery made its mark in New Jersey this year, and has other locations in Ocean Township and Clark. A Cherry Hill location is also in the works, according to the Asbury Park Press. The Holmdel store will take over the former storefront of Hair Color X-perts, located next to Saladworks and Houlihan's, according to multiple news outlets. Crumbl Cookiesfrench_woodworking Instagram Founded by two cousins, C…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
Business
Popular French Cafe Whose Cookies Made Oprah's 'Favorite Things' List Opens NJ Outpost Popular French Cafe Whose Cookies Made Oprah's 'Favorite Things' List Opens NJ Outpost
Popular French Cafe Whose Cookies Made Oprah's 'Favorite Things' List Opens NJ Outpost A French-inspired New York City cafe has opened its first New Jersey location. Maman — launched in 2014 by husband and wife duo Benjamin Sormonte and Elisa Marshall — is located on Hudson Street in Jersey City. View this post on Instagram A post shared by maman (@_mamannyc_) Maman's famous nutty chocolate chip cookie was named one of "Oprah's Favorite Things" in 2017, and one of the best chocolate chip cookies in New York by "NY Magazine." The menu boasts breakfast spreads and sandwiches, brunch, soups and salads, a bevy of French pastries,…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
Business
This Bergen County Bakery Has Best Cookies In NJ, Yelp Says This Bergen County Bakery Has Best Cookies In NJ, Yelp Says
This Bergen County Bakery Has Best Cookies In NJ, Yelp Says The holiday season will soon be in full swing, and with it comes the demand for delicious, delectable and crave-worthy cookies. One step ahead of the game, food blog Yelp made a new list (and checked it twice) of the best bakeries for cookies in every state and Canada, and its choice for the Garden State can be found in Bergen County. Erie Coffee & Bakery on Franklin Place in Rutherford offers the best cookies in all of New Jersey, according to the list. While Erie offers several savory staples like quiche, bourekas and spinach pie, the fun really starts with their massive selection …

SHARE

by Valerie Musson
Business
North Jersey Cookie Shop Opens 2 More Stores North Jersey Cookie Shop Opens 2 More Stores
North Jersey Cookie Shop Opens 2 More Stores A popular North Jersey cookie store is opening two more locations. The Cookie Connect, headquartered in Bloomfield, is coming to Morristown and Hoboken. It also recently opened a storefront in Ridgewood. The new locations are: 88 South St., Morristown, coming this fall 305 1st St., Hoboken, opening Oct. 16 The shop is owned by friends Ali Hajihaidari and Andrew Zerquera, who ditched their corporate job search to run a bakery. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Cookie Connect (@thecookieconnect) The Cookie Connect is known fo…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
Business
Husband & Wife Bring Philly Sticky Bun Biz To Jersey Shore Husband & Wife Bring Philly Sticky Bun Biz To Jersey Shore
Husband & Wife Bring Philly Sticky Bun Biz To Jersey Shore Sweet news: A Philadelphia sticky bun company helmed by a husband-and-wife duo is headed straight for the Jersey Shore. Barry's Buns -- opened by Joel and Jen Singer -- will open in Wildwood Crest on May 7. The store will be located at 6107 New Jersey Ave. Joel, whose middle name is Barry, launched a cheesecake business at 14 years old. He took home first place in a culinary competition to attend Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island, graduating with a degree in pastry arts. He also recently worked as the regional bakery associate coordinator for Whole Foods Market in the Mid-At…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
Business
Bergen County Restaurant Openings Bergen County Restaurant Openings
Bergen County Restaurant Openings A doughnut shop, sushi restaurant and burger joint are just some of the new dining options Bergen County will soon offer. Some of the eateries have already opened while others are still working on their launches. Scroll down for all the new places to try in Bergen County. B&S Restaurant, Westwood: The B is for bread and the S is for salad, but this restaurant specializes in more than just that. Satisfying and healthy dishes are made with wholesome ingredients. Choose from grilled chicken sandwiches, oatmeal and quinoa/veggie bowls and more. Opening next week at 48 Westwood Ave. Mochi…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Popular PA Bakery Expands To Phillipsburg Popular PA Bakery Expands To Phillipsburg
Popular PA Bakery Expands To Phillipsburg A popular Bethlehem, PA bakery has crossed state lines with the opening of its second location in Phillipsburg. Charlie’s Bakery -- named after its owner Charlie Dalrymple -- is known for its wide selection of both sweet and savory baked goods including breads, bagels, cakes, donuts, brownies and more.  Favorited specialty items include Charlie's tomato pies, which are currently being offered as a special: Buy two quarter sheets and get one free, the business’s Facebook page says. However, with baked good selections rotating on a daily basis, Charlie’s uses the excitement of mystery t…

SHARE

by Valerie Musson
Business
Zadie's Kosher Bake Shop Reopening After Car Plowed Through Storefront Zadie's Kosher Bake Shop Reopening After Car Plowed Through Storefront
Zadie's Kosher Bake Shop Reopening After Car Plowed Through Storefront Popular Fair Lawn bakery Zadie's has announced its grand re-opening two months after a car plowed through the front of the store. The fourth-generation, kosher bake shop known for its homemade challahs, crumb cakes and more will be open on Wednesday, Sept. 18. A grand re-opening ceremony is slated for Sunday. The store, which opened at the location in 2005, has been fully-renovated and even boasts a fresh, pink paint job. Stop by to try the roughelach, dozens of challah varieties, pies cakes and more. Zadie's Bake Shop, 19-09 Fair Lawn Ave., Fair Lawn

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine