Really cute location and bakery within the area. Not a ton of seating but there are some booths to…read moresit of play games. Definitely go early as they will run out of items. Did enjoy a pasty of a chocolate expresso scone which was really good but did feel a little rushed out as I came late even though they were open for another hour. Overall good and recommend!

Dad and I stopped in here for a caffeine fix and more…read more As a triple decade amateur baker and recipe creator this "sniffs in" at 4.5 stars... We showed up at 11:30am and per the worker it was a little thin but still many acceptable options. LEMON BLUEBERRY MUFFIN: -- nice irregular shaped appearance -- visually appealing -- not too sweet -- pronounced balance of both flavors which is rare with these two flavors when combined -- oftentimes the lemon dominates the blueberry -- tastes even better than it looks -- quite moist without being oily or greasy RATING = A JASMINE HONEY LATTE (HOT): -- smooth and just enough flavor and scent of both -- tastes natural and authentic -- smooth java RATING = A+ Quaint and country vibe inside. Very roomy space. Conveniently located near the airport for this weary traveler.

Stopped by one morning to pick up some essential ingredients for making various sushi items. A…read moresmall store, with numerous items. Dry goods, a refrigerated section as well as some frozen items too. Kim and Ken were very pleasant folks to deal with. Helpful with suggestions with different types of ingredients and offering some very nice recipes as well. They actually take the time to talk to you, which to me is very important as a customer. I try to support small local businesses whenever I can. Stop by if you're in the market and want to visit an Asian grocery store, you'll be happy you did!

Korean grocery store with a nice selection of dry goods, spices, produce, noodles, and other…read morecooking necessities. The owners are extremely helpful and friendly! Plus they make and sell their own Kimchi. I only purchased a few items today, but I look forward to going back soon.

My partner and I participated in another three-day "New England Getaway" at Good Stock Farm this…read morepast weekend. We first participated in one in October 2016 (see my detailed review). Sandy (a James Beard Award winner for his restaurant, Sanford, in Milwaukee) and his wife, Angie, are lovely human beings. They teach themed classes during the year and have a few three-day "New England Getaways" in the fall. Their classes are great for couples as well as small groups of friends who want to cook AND dine together. I cannot say enough good things about Good Stock! Sandy and Angie make you feel like family.

My wife and I were so very fortunate to recieve a demonstration class for Christmas from my sister…read more What a wonderful experience it was and well worth the wait for our May class. Sandy and Angie are a wonderful team and provided an evening filled with exceptional food, great teaching skills, warm hospitality and an unforgettable evening.

Their Knife Sharpening is worse than terrible. My knives…read morewere duller after the 'sharpening' and close to ruined. They are Wüsthof knives and Wüsthof- Trident of North America store in Norwalk is the place to go for professional sharpening.

This gourmet cooking store has the added bonus of a coffee bar inside the store. You can grab a…read morelatte and browse away. The selection here is incredible. Anything you could need or want for your kitchen and cooking adventures. Minus one star for a rude, unpleasant staff interaction.

The first time I had something from Let's Start From Scratch was at Hartford's Open Studio last…read moreyear. Molly makes such amazing treats, some of which are GF & vegan which is great. She is so sweet & creative, and you can really tell she loves what she does! She makes edible cookie dough, chocolate peanut better cereal bars, cookies, fruit popsicles, tons of baked goodies & prepared meals as well! One of my favorite treats are her berry bars, packed with berry goodness. They are the perfect healthy treat! Follow her on Instagram @letsstartfromscratch to stay updated about where she'll be next, and to see some amazing food porn! She's usually at events in the Hartford area like Know Good Market etc. If you like healthy homemade food, that actually tastes good & is packed with flavor you have to try one of her creations!

Ok, let's just talk about the chocolate peanut butter cereal bars. I may have eaten 5 in one day,…read moreand I've got no regrets. Let's Start From Scratch is a joy & Molly is just the best. I came across them as a vendor at the West End Farmers' Market (a 2 minute walk from my home) last summer where they've got a weekly rotating menu of from-scratch baked goods, fresh popsicles in fun, inventive flavors, spritzers, sauces and so much more. Let's Start From Scratch also features an amazing lineup of prepared meals that inspires me to eat a bit healthier without sacrificing great flavor (there's this one sweet potato / brussels sprout / cabbage coconut curry dish that's to die for). Plenty of vegan, vegetarian & gluten free dishes as well! Did I mention homemade choco tacos and macaron ice cream sandwiches? Molly is going to be a vendor at WEFM again this season so don't miss out!

Impressive and great experience using the online ordering from Bake, Craft & Create. I ordered the…read moresix floral cupcakes for my wife's birthday. The packaging and appearance were the most professional and artistic of any of the custom cupcake places around. Everyone at the party couldn't believe how great they looked, and even more how great they tasted.

"I've had just about all I can take You know I can't take it…read moreno more I've got a gut feeling" (Devo) You get a pretty good idea of the Lucky Gut's mission and core values when you peruse their website and see terms like Community, health & wellness collective, vitality, alternative, natural, and the like. They occupy the space that previously housed a Cajun restaurant and a Japanese restaurant before that. We made our first trip to Lucky Gut a few days ago and were incredibly impressed by every facet our visit. The gorgeous space is broken down into sections - a kitchen to rent out or use for cooking classes, a marketplace, a beverage bar, and a community room to hang out in, relax, meditate, or work on your laptop. Their market sells local food and health products, and they have a big Grab and Go section of refrigerated and frozen foods. We found their pricing to be very reasonable. We spent under $28 for a pint of frozen vegetable chili, tomato bisque, a container of chicken meatballs, and a packet of chili mix. We want to give a big shout-out to Sara, who gave us a tour of the premises. It was an absolute joy to interact with her. You really owe it to yourself to visit the Lucky Gut and be overwhelmed by their Zen-like atmosphere.

I stopped in during their opening. It's a nice space with lots going on. There is a cafe that…read moreserves kombucha and more, cooking classes, and workshops. I'm liking the variety and what they offer. I look forward to going back and browsing some more.

We had such a good time at our cooking demonstration! My husband and I brought my mother and father…read morefor her 70th birthday present. We were able to bring our own bottle of wine to sip on during the cooking portion of the evening... and a second for the dinner portion! Don't expect to have your own station and make your own meal... this is family style and different people are called up to assist with different portions of the meal. I found Nancy and her husband to be so warm, welcoming, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. The food was delicious and the tips provided were great. I highly recommend this experience!

While the Ginger & Pickles Restaurant no longer resides on Hebron Avenue, the G&P spirit is still…read morevery much present at Ginger & Pickles Catering. I've had food prepared by Nancy (the owner) before and always had my taste buds yearning for more, but last night I was able to step into the kitchen with her and take one of her informative, fun and very delicious cooking classes. I went with my team from work, and it was a great environment where once we all strapped on our Ginger & Pickles aprons, we were all able to "let our hair down" so to speak... We were greeted with a fabulous wine and cheese board, along with a phenomenal Brie baking away for us. We were given a menu of what we would all be cooking and enjoying that evening, pre chosen by our team leader. The menu was well planned, well written and not at all stuffy or overly complicated. Our "Valentines Day Date Night" menu included a wonderful beef tenderloin with a cream sauce, haricots verts with shallots and soufflés we made. So so so good! People work in teams on recipes and it really helps the evening flow. While 2 people are working with Nancy (and sometimes her assistant Brooke), the rest are taking in wine, Brie and observing some new techniques in the kitchen. Once one team is complete, The next team moves on to the next section of the menu. Before you know it, dinner is being played and served. Everything came out so well, it was as if we were dining out at your favorite restaurant. Nancy is able to answer all your questions and explain why things are done one way versus another, or give you ideas and tips on how to increase your own culinary skills at home. I will definitely be bringing friends here for some classes in the future.

I had the chance to try some of her appetizers and desserts at an event. Everything was amazing…read more.. the arancini balls, the Spanish tortilla, curried chicken sandwiches, the dips, confetti cookies, and hummingbird cupcakes, just to name a few. I asked the event host who made all the delicious treats and was introduced to Patty. She was very kind, personable, and encouraged me to keep eating! I hope to take one of her classes or use her talents for one of my own events.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! My…read morecoworkers and I came in today for a cooking class. 5 stars, hands down! The food came out absolutely delicious. Chef Patty was welcoming, FUN, informative and in control. I will absolutely be back.

I bought a few cupcakes during the holidays for the Health Center at Loomis Chaffee nearby. I was…read morepleased to see that these had bespoke holiday flavors, were freshly made, and uniquely designed. They were a hit and will come back to see the Valentine's Day offerings Yum-oh!

I had the opportunity to stop by Moneta and I'm so happy I did. I was actually at the coffee shop…read morenext door, while sitting multiple people walked past carrying perfectly wrapped cupcakes. Unfortunately when we arrived just as expected the selection was slim. The options left I took them. They even had a Harry Potter cupcake. The owner and her daughters were amazing. If you are in the area or not you should stop by. The bonus is they are completely nut free! The atmosphere is very cute and quaint.