I'm so thankful I came across this business I ordered…read moreChristmas cookies I was contacted immediately to choose a date I wanted them ready Not a brick and mortar (yet) when I went to pick up the box was beautiful and delivered right to my car These cookies were PERFECT! Not only impeccably decorated but delicious. I unexpectedly gave some as gifts because they were SO impressive. At first I thought the price was a little high; but now I feel they are well worth it! I will be ordering them every Christmas from now on. I've been trying to find this quality of cookie at many twin city bakeries with no luck This is now my go to and new holiday must have!! JH

I wish I had taken a photo of all of the outstanding cookies Lori (baker) made for the baby shower…read moreI hosted. She made 32 hand painted cookies - the 3 seen here plus a "Madeline" cookie - for our children's literature themed shower. Our guests were so impressed - some joked they couldn't possibly eat something so beautiful. But when they inevitably did...(there were only these 3 left at the end) - someone remarked it was the best cookie he had had in his life. I will tell everyone I know about Sweet Lulu's!

I ordered a cake from here for my daughter's 5th birthday. Pickup was easy and the communication…read morebetween the baker and me was super easy! I was able to tell her what I wanted and then pick it up the morning of the party. The only reason I took one star off was because when I got home, the cake kind of split in the middle and it got ruined. I had it on an upright, even surface when I drove home, but it might not have been stabilized well enough, since it got damaged. Other than that, it tasted great, looked great, and was a hit at the party.

Best cakes you'll ever have!! Ana is amazing and we order cakes from her for nearly every event we…read morehave. The cakes are flavorful and perfectly baked and always moist. The icing is never overly sweet and the decorations are jaw dropping. Ana is so kind and easy to work with, great communication and always reliable. Pro tip: Order more than you need so you can have leftovers!!

My oldest daughter turned 30, and I bought her a cake. She loves the game R.E.P.O. and is always…read morethe purple character, so I had them create the head of her robot. They did a great job! Chocolate cake with strawberry filling and buttercream frosting! Yum! I love Dorothy Ann's Chantilly Cake too! The frosting is a light cream, so not as sweet!

This is a great local business that provides thoughtful service and adorable cakes. I recently…read moreordered a 3 layer 6" round cake for my sister's birthday, and I wanted it decorated like a unicorn. The sales associate walked me through the order ($50) and took down my color and flavor preferences. I also ordered a gluten free cupcake add on for my celiac friend ($4). On the day of, the pickup went smoothly, and both the cake and cupcake were well packaged for transport. The cake was adorable, and they even decorated the cupcake to be a mini unicorn. Everything was delicious, and the price was less than other local options.

I enjoyed the variety this bakery had to offer. I went in to do some journaling and enjoy a great…read moreand it was a nice quiet atmosphere. Service was overall friendly and helpful. Pricing was a bit higher than I expected but the items were tasty. My dog loved her cupcake treat!

Nice variety of flavors and options of cupcakes and other treats. Overall feel inside is nice and…read moreclean. Service was overall friendly. No complaints for a little treat.

The Mad Hatter team have recently opened their British café and it was great. Full English…read morebreakfast with a giant pot of tea was perfect. They also have lunch options such as bangers and mash, and Shepherds Pie made properly with lamb. Bonus is you can also buy some British staples while you're there like Branston Pickle and Hula Hoops. If you're missing the UK, or just have a craving for a great, decently priced breakfast or lunch, go try it.

From the owner: Taking pride in using all-natural ingredients with no artificial colors or additives, we ensure…read morethat every cake we bake is as wholesome as it is delicious! We cater to corporate events, weddings, and special family celebrations, specializing in cupcakes, muffins, pastry items, desserts, as well as cakes in all sizes and flavors for any occasion. With a focus on creativity, quality, and personalized designs, we bring a touch of magic to every event. As a special treat, we also create custom cakes and goodies for our furry friends! We call these our PAWsome Treats. Our dog treats and cakes are made with care and all-natural dog-safe ingredients, ensuring every member of the family gets to indulge.

Sooo yum! We grabbed a few things from here to go - a bit hit and miss, but the delicious things…read morewere soooo delicious I'm already dreaming of going back. The treats: The apple fritter was so good! And the almond croissant, light and flaky and full of almond flavor. We also had a raspberry filled donut, which reminded me so strongly of childhood and kid birthday parties - such a lovely fun nostalgic treat! The cronut, upon first bite, was one of the most delicious sweet snacks I've had in a long time - ours was underbaked with raw dough in the center, which was a bit of a bummer, but the parts that were cooked were phenomenal, and I can totally see the hype. The eclair - this I would definitely pass on. Maybe not a popular item? It tasted pretty stale, with weirdly bitter icing and stale dough. But everything else was so good, we didn't mind a few misses. Lots of families bringing kids and toddlers for sweet treats in the morning, and we'll definitely be back to try more sweet treats and probably some breads as well! Lovely bakery.

I absolutely love my neighborhood bakery Maplewood Bakery! Blink and you might miss this small…read morebakery located next to a liquor store in a small strip mall off Frost Avenue in Maplewood. The employees are always friendly even when they are busy pumping out pastries all morning. The prices are very reasonable and I'm always a favorite at work when I bring donuts in to share! Don't let the small storefront take away from the wide variety of products they offer!

Marlo created a fantastic cake for my parents' 50th wedding anniversary. It was far more beautiful…read morethan I could have conceptualized when I placed the order with her. And the flavor of the vanilla cake and buttercream frosting was fantastic. I ordered an almond flavoring to the frosting and it was just right. If you want a beautiful and delicious cake for your event, look no further than Buds and Blossoms Cakery. An additional note--she was very easy to communicate with and responded to my messages promptly. Now for a picture of the absolutely beautiful cake:

The cupcakes & cake pops were simply incredible. They were so intricately designed and the flavors…read morewere so rich and unique. Highly recommend!!

Fun little place to grab unique cupcakes that taste amazing! Lots of flavors to choose from, the…read moreones I've had so far have all been really good. Staff are very friendly and welcoming and prices are very reasonable. You can special order cakes and desserts but I've always been content with their cupcakes!

Dry, Overpriced, and Deceptively Filled. I really wanted to…read morelike this cake, but it was a total letdown. The texture was dry--like it had been sitting out uncovered for days. Every bite crumbled apart with zero moisture, making it nearly impossible to enjoy. The fruit filling? Don't be fooled. It wasn't fresh or flavorful--just a thin smear of what tasted like jarred jam. No richness, no real fruit texture, just a sugary afterthought pretending to be a filling. Visually, it looked decent, but the taste and texture told a different story. For the price, I expected something indulgent. Instead, I got a dry sponge with a sad center.

Plenty of parking. The store is super clean and the shelves are well-stocked. I agree with some…read moreother reviewers that the prices are high, but given the caliber of brands and high quality items, it is what it is. Out of all the sections in Kowalski's, we loved the artisan cheese & the bread sections the most. What a feast for both the eyes and the nose!!! There is nothing better than being able to select ingredients for a meal with all your senses, and that's what's missing at 75% of markets where everything is mass produced and vacuum sealed to last for eons. The staff were also very welcoming and helpful. If only we had Kowalski's in NW WI. . . {sigh}

The most beautifully family owned grocery store in Minnesota. The vegetable and fruit area has a…read moregreat selection of organic and non organic options. They also have the best and freshest pico de gallo and guac! They also have a wonderful supply of gluten free brands and goodies. The Kowalski's team is friendly and helpful too. I also love that they have their own Starbucks inside and a great area to eat or drink your coffee. I also love that they give back to the community that they're located in. Nothing but positive things to say about this store!

I was out exploring and found the Exquisite Cake Bakery. The decorated cakes were beautiful. I…read morewanted to buy one but I had no occasion to buy one for so I opted for a chocolate donut and apple turnover. Can't want to eat them for my breakfast. Staff was friendly and helpful. The store was clean and welcoming. The pastries were help-yourself with rules around using the bread tongs and trays to keep things sanitary. Great stop.

I tried Exquisite Cake Bakery for the first time by ordering a Too Good to Go full cake mystery bag…read morefor $9.99. We got a Caramel Tres Leches cake and it was the most delicious tres leches cake I have ever eaten. I never knew this bakery existed as it looks very unbecoming from the outside. It's in a strip mall on White Bear Ave. Once I stepped inside I was welcomed by the staff and the delicious smells of all the baked goods.