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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Friday, August 26, 2011
Peg Botto, owner of Cosmic Catering, agreed to take a moment from her busy schedule to answer some questions on her culinary history, knowledge she would like to share for aspiring chefs, and tips for home cooks.
Name: Peg Botto Old neighborhood: West Oak Lane Current neighborhood: Conshohocken Favorite thing about the community: Cosmic Catering moved to the Boat House as of May of this year. Previously Chef Peg and her team spent 11 years at the Farmers Market in Chestnut Hill serving the entire Philadelphia community with fresh and nutritious food created with local ingredients. “Both areas (Chestnut Hill and our new location) are real true communities. Friendly people remember you and how you cook. Boat House Row is home to a rowing community which before I was unfamiliar with,” said Chef Peg. “People here are both nice, healthy, and also willing to try new things.” Do you do any community work? Seeds of Learning at Martin Luther King High …
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1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA
Lloyd Hall
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Thursday, June 16, 2011
Cosimos's Pizza Cafe, a family friendly pizzeria, is located in Chestnut Hill Philadelphia. One can find the usual items found in a pizza place with very little surprises.
Standing at the top of Chestnut Hill, Cosimo’s Pizza Café, 8624 Germantown Avenue, is a homey hybrid of two types of eateries. The pizzeria portion offers the usual suspects of pizzas, strombolis, and calzones, but in a café type atmosphere that is welcoming for patrons of all ages. From the moment I walked into Cosimo’s, I was greeted with a smile from the cooks and the cashiers. Since there’s no table service, patrons order food and someone brings it to your table. The food is brought out as soon as it’s done with very little lag time. Cosimo’s offers appetizers that you will find in most pizzerias such as chicken fingers, mozzarella sticks, a variation of different types of fries, and garlic bread. Besides the typical pizzeria fare, …
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Cosimo's Pizza Cafe
8624 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, 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 ›