Thursday, December 15, 2011
Cake offers much more than cake. You’ll find a host of filling salads, sandwiches, and of course, desserts!
Restaurant: Cake Address: 8501 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill Rating: (out of 5 stars): ★★★ Style: Bakery and American Cuisine Food: Sunday Brunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Dessert Atmosphere: Casual Parking: Metered and Nearby Public Lot Parking Service: Friendly Price Range: Moderate Unique Feature: BYOB for dinner service This former greenhouse located off of Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill holds one of several renowned bakeries in the neighborhood. What sets Cake apart is that it offers various dining options along with a multitude of sweet treats. No matter if you visit Cake for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you may find yourself waiting for a table. Unfortunately, you cannot pre-plan and make a reservation, but if you leave …
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Cake
8501 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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Thursday, September 22, 2011
When you need a break to savor that goodness of handmade pastries, The French Bakery offers an opportunity to sit back and enjoy life’s simple pleasantries.
Off of the beaten path, pedestrians walking up and down Germantown Avenue may miss a cozy French bakery aptly named The French Bakery. Set behind other commercial buildings, such as Cosimo’s Pizza Café, this cozy French patisserie offers handmade artisan pastries and rustic sandwiches. Following my directions, but hesitantly approaching the nondescript door, I noticed a handwritten sign that stated The French Bakery was indeed open. It greeted me with a neighborhood friendliness that is standard to the area. Classical music streamed throughout and you can smell the wonderful perfume of fresh baked goodness. The décor swept you away to a comfortable feeling that you are in someone’s dining room. The owner would seem an eclectic sort, …
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The French Bakery
8624 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
We let you know how kid-friendly The French Bakery is.
Parents know how tough it can be to find a delightful place that offers something outside the norm. A café that fun to be in that is not a chain and offers handmade artisan pastries and delicious options with a rustic twist. Restaurant: The French Bakery Is there a kids’ menu? Although there isn’t a kids’ menu there are many items both sweet and savory that will be attractive to kids. Are there healthy options on the kids’ meal? The French Bakery offers fruit salad, homemade soups, and filling sandwiches that touch upon all four basic food groups. How does the restaurant deal with food allergies? The staff has hands-on knowledge of the food because everything is handmade. If you have any concerns ask the staff before you purchase. Is the …
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The French Bakery
8624 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Find out how kid-friendly The Night Kitchen Bakery is.
Moms know how tough it can be to take a break with little ones while shopping. Patch wants to help you know before you walk in the door if The Night Kitchen Bakery is a good place to eat with your children. Restaurant: The Night Kitchen Is there a kids’ menu? They offer sweet and lovely cakes, pies and cookies that a kid of any age would appreciate. They also offer pasta salads and two kid favorite sandwiches: a peanut butter and raspberry jam, as well as a peanut butter and banana, served on white or multigrain bread. If your child has a nut allergy there is also grilled mozzarella or cheddar sandwiches. All the kid’s sandwiches are served with a side of fruit. How does the restaurant deal with food allergies? The staff will help steer …
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The Night Kitchen
7725 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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Thursday, July 7, 2011
The award-winning bakery proves that classic methods mixed with skill creates a delicious product.
Walking down Germantown Avenue you can smell the freshly baked bread and pastries inviting you to try the many varieties that Baker Street Bread, 8009 Germantown Ave., has to offer. Once you find yourself in the presence of the wall of bread that surrounds you there is little that you can do except pick the most desirable and enjoy. Baker Street Bread is an icon on Germantown Avenue where many late night drivers notice that the bakery’s lights are always on and the bakers are working throughout the night. Many area restaurants count on the talents of the Baker Street Bread crew for the freshly-baked bread and rolls, so that the denizens of Chestnut Hill can enjoy the carbohydrate goodness throughout the year. Although their name denotes …
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Baker Street Bread Co
8009 Germantown Ave, Phila, PA
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Annie Graziani
11:15 am on Saturday, December 17, 2011
Mmm. Cake is absolutely devine! Sophisticated charm, delicious eats, and delectable desserts. How could anyone resist dining in time after time? One of my favorite reasons to visit Chestnut Hill is knowing that Cake will complete my day. Enjoy every last bite! more ›