I somehow got it into my head that Sweet Block was an ice cream shop. As it turns out, I don't…read morebelieve they even have ice cream, but they do have a lot of other good options. It's a Latin based dessert bar, with some interesting twists to it. I found their menu on the wall a little bit confusing, but they have a QR code you can point to and get a lot more information, and the woman at the counter was also incredibly helpful. Honestly, this is probably their weakest area because a lot of these items seem to be in house creations -- even with a picture, I'm not quite sure what a "pink ocean" is. Or maybe I'm not as worldly as I think I am. :) I wound up getting a mango aqua fresca, and a pile of nance. Nance are actually another good example of a bit of confusion. Looking at the picture, especially on a phone, I wasn't entirely sure what they were -- some kind of baked good? -- but the employee quickly cleared up the confusion and told me they were a kind of fruit in a sauce. They're good, though I wouldn't order them again -- they've got that sapote flavour that cilantro has, and I can't do that (personal preference thing, nothing against them). The sauce on them was interesting, and added a weird bit of spice and sweetness to them. It was good, except for that one thing. :) The aqua fresca was amazing, and I definitely enjoyed it. I think I'll have to read the menu at home a bit, figure out what I want to order, and go back!

Visiting from CA and stumbled upon Sweet Block and ran in with 5 minutes to closing. In a word -…read moreunforgettable. The Pink Ocean watermelon bowl was astounding - refreshing, bright, full of textures and flavors. There are few dishes that trigger memories, and I have been thinking about my dessert here over and over. The staff was exceedingly nice and generous, and I may fly across the country to get back here! I cannot get this dessert out of my head!

I came here on a Friday evening craving a little dessert. I kept seeing them advertised on TikTok,…read moreso I decided to give them a try, and I'm glad I did! There's minimal parking in their lot, which I believe they share with a little corner store off Main Street in Laurel. Luckily, I was able to find a spot nearby on one of the side streets. When I entered, I was greeted right away and given a menu. Since I explained that it was my first time, they gave me an overview of what they offered, which I appreciated. I decided to try the vegan chocolate ice cream sandwiched between two chocolate chip cookies. It was SO delicious! Honestly, I couldn't even tell it was vegan as far as taste. There is a small amount of outdoor seating, and since people were already outside enjoying their treats, I decided to enjoy mine in my car. And I didn't make a mess! Gooo ME! I'll definitely be back to try some of their other offerings. They have a variety of flavors and different pastries, so there's plenty more for me to try!

Small 1. Quaint 2…read more Sells Affogato (hard to find) 3. Out door seating and indoor 4.Nice mix of flavors for coffees and recommend flavors 5.The poeple are hard working Not much else to ask for.

There will always be a special place for Rita's. I love the simple window for ordering, how the…read moremenu varies from day to day, the GELATI (perfect for someone who can't make up their mind), and the service. I've never met a rude employee. This masterpiece is a combination of cheesecake ice/blue raspberry ice with combo custard. The top is creamy fruit and the bottom tastes like a creamy sorbet. It's worth noting that the cheesecake ice isn't your standard non-dairy flavor, and falls under the "cream ice" category. The gelati also comes in one size and seems a little big, perfect for sharing or for someone with a sweet tooth. I would love for it to be sold in a smaller version. Definitely the perfect way to cool off after a hot day. I'm sure you'll love it too :D

First time at Rita's and I can't believe I've been missing out all these years! I got the mango ice…read moreand vanilla custard gelati. It was absolutely delicious and the perfect treat on a hot sunny day. The service was pretty fast as there wasn't a line. The server who took my order immediately made my gelati so I didn't have to wait too long. There are a few benches in front of the store but no other big sitting areas. I'd definitely want to try the other flavor combos.

I had just finished up from a pedicure appointment and was FAMISHED and looked on yelp for nearby…read morecoffee shops - this one popped up and figured why not since it was only a 7 min drive? This place did not disappoint - it's a rather simple cafe. Has the basics, both savory and sweet options which is a plus! But the quality of the food is 10/10. I ordered a BLT sandwhich and included egg and when I say delicious?! It was scrumptious. I had an iced Vietnamese coffee with it which was great. Black owned, street parking available, chill calm environment - all the trimmings that makes coming here enjoyable.

Over love that this is a black woman owned coffee spot nestled nicely in the community. All City…read moreCafe is one of those spots that feels easy to settle into. They serve the basics well coffee, tea, and a solid mix of small bites, sweets, and made to order sandwiches that actually hit. The space works for whatever you need that day. You can pull up with your laptop and get work done, or just sit back and people watch without feeling rushed. It is family friendly but still calm enough if you are trying to focus. Overall, it is a cozy, reliable spot that does not try too hard but still delivers.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Ordered three dozen cupcakes for my son's birthday from The Sweet Bee. Being…read morenew to the area, we sampled some of the other highly rated bakeries in the area, and these cupcakes were just so much better. Hands down. No contest. Made the day super special. Decadent moist cake, velvety (and not overly sweet) frosting, attention to detail with the decorations. A very positive experience all around. Did I order too many? Yep! Am I eating one right now? Yes. Indeed I am. Any regrets? Zero. Aysha was communicative and helpful and made the most gorgeous cupcakes. Even better, they were exceptionally good! FYI, it's not a brick and mortar location, so ignore the address listed on Yelp. Bonus points for supporting a small business. Will be trying more from them soon!

Delicious desserts! Local customers - sign up for the monthly bake box, it's a must have! Friendly…read moreand communicative owner who frequently donates her profits to charity. Eat well and support charitable causes, what could be better?

I live out of state and ordered cupcakes for a family member's birthday. Sim's was very responsive…read moreand helpful with questions that I had and it was easy to order from the website. The cupcakes were beautiful and although I was not able to taste them, I was told that they were delicious!

From the owner: Sim's Desserts is a home based bakery devoted to bring gourmet and quality desserts. We specialized…read morein cupcakes, but we also offer cookies and vegan and gluten free deserts.

I came for the fried chicken but fell in love with the BBQ!!! Actually it was all delivered but you…read moreknow what I mean. I'll get the only fail out of the way. The Chicken tenders weren't tender and the coating was over-salted. The full rack of BBQ Pork ribs was a winner, tender and meaty with great flavor. The Slow-smoked Chicken is delicious and a nice, moist change from the usual chicken treatments. The Smoked Chicken Wings were great too. I wouldn't get the Texas Beef Brisket or the Carolina Pulled Pork again, but they weren't bad, just lots of other choices that were better! The sides here are stand-outs too. I almost didn't get the vegetarian Collard Greens since I love collards cooked with meat but these were delicious -- they never made it to the microwave, they were so vinegary-good when I sampled them cold lol! The Mac & Cheese was good and cheesy. The baked beans were good but again vegetarian where I'd prefer meat included and I didn't care for the sweet sauce. The Skillet Cornbread is the best I've had, slightly sweet with a good corn flavor that made me decide to buy a WHOLE skillet rather than just the generously portioned slice next time, especially since it's such a good value. I do regret not trying the coleslaw and potato salad so again, next time. The little rolls are tasty too, moist and slightly sweet but it's a pity they aren't burger-size so you can make a sandwich with all that delicious meat and sides.

Had the legendary spicy chicken and it was delicious, hot, and huge with a thick crusted coating…read more In addition to the collard greens with a garlicky and apple cider vinegar hint. I don't recall any meat in the greens. And, the Mac and cheese, I enjoyed the texture, but wish the flavor profile had sharp cheddar cheese, but it was still good. Making my way through the list of things worth trying so far --the visit score is 2 & 0!

Ok, so the girls have been following Toni on the gram for a while. So we couldn't conceivably leave…read moreMD and go back to OH without eating at Manila Mart. One thing that REALLY irritated me when we went on Monday is that they were closed ... bad on me for not checking their hours So we came back today. Briefly saw Toni come in for literally a minute as we were placing our orders, but she rushed back out. The mart is on the right side, while the cafe is on the left side with casual seating/tables. Order your food at the counter and they bring it to your table when ready. We ordered caldereta, sisig, dinuguan, BBQ pork skewers, fresh lumpia and for the sweets: Milo iskrambol, mango float, ube buchi, and because we spent over $40, I got a FREE mais con yelo! Heck yeah!! Of course, the kids loved all the sweets! They couldn't pick a favorite between all the frozen drinks: "all were sooo good!" Food was all good also! Their dinuguan was ON POINT... almost as good as mine! Will definitely be back next time we're in the area!

This was my first time here and the service was good & smooth! They even offered a great solution…read moreto a mistake I made while ordering! I ordered the sisig bowl & it was a 7/10. I will say that it was spicy. I found it hard to eat the whole bowl all at once. Note that it's also a grocery store but there are tables for you to dine in if you wanted to. Overall, I will be back :)

I found Oven and Whisk by googling 'cottage bakers Anne Arundel County' and she was one of the…read morefirst to pop up. I read her reviews and stalked her instagram and followed up with her to see if she could help me with a fairly quick needing order of 24 cupcakes in 4/5 days. Right away she was in great communication with me about the request and was easy to schedule a time with to pick up! I left creative design up to her and I think they turned out lovely! Everyone who had them said they were so gorgeous and the frosting was to die for! I will definitely be contacting Oven and Whisk in the future for any cake/cupcake needs!

purchased at aapi festival. very yummy ube cookie. i would recommend. great customer service as…read morewell.

In 2017, in a five-part comic-book storyline titled "Stoned," Greg Rucka, the writer, and Drew…read moreJohnson, the penciler, depict what would happen if Wonder Woman begrudgingly accepts an appeal to Ares from Medusa: a postponed fight to the death between the venomous snake-haired Gorgon and Wonder Woman the following morning in the heart of Yankee Stadium. Diana, Ambassador to Themiscyra, prepares for battle the night before as many of Homer's mythic heroes do, by praying to the God of their devotion. For Wonder Woman, that is Athena: Goddess of Wisdom; and we aren't told if Athena answers her prayers aloud. But what if, being prescient, Athena decided to interfere with Ares' plans, to prevent her champion, Diana of Themiscyra, from having to blind herself using the fangs of one of the severed vipers from Medusa's head? And what if Athena knew the fight was going to be held nearby 7106 Minstrel Way in Columbia, Maryland, and that Medusa's true weaknesses were gigantic, fruit-filled danishes (with seasonal choices of strawberries, cherries, apples, blueberries, or lemons); chocolate-filled, buttery croissants whose flakiness approaches even those of great French pastry chefs; and succulent sandwiches (chicken BLTs on ciabatta, turkey Reuben's on rye, bagels and lox with cream cheese and fresh slices of red onion) that prompt Medusa's own deadly serpentine follicles to salivate? The battle may have ended in seconds with Wonder Woman still wearing her helmet, no worse for wear. Although we may have lost a truly-great comic-book reading experience that still resonates to this day, our stomachs would sing and remember what Wonder Woman ordered from Bonheur Patisserie and Deli in verses and song.

Walked in and the guy behind the bakery display who was also the cashier looked at me and looked…read moreaway. The short time I was there, he did not say anything- so I left. No customer service- at least to me...This happened some months ago with this same guy. At that time he proceeded to talk to a customer that came in behind me and completely ignored me. The fact that it happened again is not a fluke! It's an older man- I don't know if he's the owner. They don't need my business.