Short and stout? Ok, not really but it seemed fitting since I am going to be talking about them. My day off was Thursday and rather than run off doing errands, E and I had a lazy day home till he got craving for his favourite cheesesteak so off we went, hitting the "back way" route to our favourite Philly place. Going through out town...ahem...sorry, city, I couldn't help but spy on a what must be newish bakery - oh goodie! A lil sweet talking and ride home later, we stopped in so I could see what there was to see.
On the plus sides, the owners seemed really nice. There was quite a selection of pastries and even things claiming to be bagels. I would say that the selection is heavy on Mexican delights but in all honesty, I would need to research that...maybe after I post this. *lol!* From what I can gugue, prices weren't too bad - I bought three palmier, a strange coconut covered cake thingie and slab o' bread pud for 5 bucks.
The downsides to this place? Nothing's labeled or priced! That drives me freaking insane! Don't get me wrong, the gentleman behind the counter was super friendly and nice about answering my questions but I would have rather look and know for myself than feel like a bit of a nuisance. I also know it's on me, not asking about prices but...ehh....call it an oddity of mine.
And then...there were cupcakes. Mini-cupcakes, actually. The presentation was absolutely adorable, three to a cellophane bag, pretty ribbon and a cute label that could be filled out. The flowers were hand formed from fondant and the frosting was a white chocolate. I was really excited about this...till I found out this was setting me back another FIVE BUCKS! Holyshit...they better be the best cupcakes I've EVER eaten.
Needless to say...and I really hate to admit this, they were not heaven to taste. The cake was likely Pillsbury's Funfetti cake mix and kinda dry. The frosting and fondant wasn't too bad though...but seriously, the cake was a real let down. All in all, it was a good trip to a new bakery and it left me inspired. Perhaps not to make my own palmier (which I've done before) but I totally want to make mini cupcakes, decorate them and give them as gifts. The Elfling and I were texting about it the other day and thought they'd be great for party favours or even on her birthday to share with friends. When she's back home, we're planning on playing. So see, the good outweighs the bad!
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