Mezonos Maven Bakery

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LA R.

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10 years ago

Had the traditional Rainbow Cookies tonight, purchased at a kosher-oriented Giant Supermarket on the Main Line outside Philadelphia. First time I bought them, a month or so ago, these little multi-colored cakes were great -- moist and flavorful. I would have given them a 4-star (but more if it was more almondy like the marzipan/almond flour they used to be made from traditionally). Today I purchased them again, hoping for that same tasty, moist cake and was very disappointed that A) they were all very much stuck together (but, that could mean they are extra moist) but, alas, despite a sell-by date 13 days (!) away, B) they were much drier and absolutely not worth eating. If you have to have a cup of tea to moisten up your mouth enough to enjoy a dessert, you should replace the dessert. And C) there are unhealthy ingredients that mar the otherwise whole, real ingredients such as red dye 40 and other artificial food colorings where more natural ones would be a much better choice. There is NO almond flour, just extract, which may be why they are so dry. And the jam MAY have fructose (they are vague, and say it COULD) which is an IBS trigger so that and the apple puree mean it's a no-go for people with any gastric conditions who are avoiding fermentable carbs, again where very small changes would make it more universally safe and delicious. There are no layers of parchment or waxed paper to separate the layers and help keep the cakes from sticking. they come in a plastic container that is somewhat sealed tightly, but all plastic is permeable, and all seams are permeable, so... drier cakes. I'm somewhat glad they were a disappointment because, when they are good they are very, very good and I would find them irresistible to buy. Now I know it's hit or miss -- even two weeks ahead of their sell-by date -- so I will more easily give them a pass. I loved this "cookie" as a kid, but it was very much more like moist marzipan then. Now, I've not found them to be anything but dry most of the time as they are almost always sold on open trays, drying out sharing a case with hard cookies, sucking away their moisture. (Except one great bakery I found them fully authentic, fresh, natural food dyes, almond flour... but, in Pittsburgh!) The quality of the dark chocolate which coated the top and bottom, and the fruit jam layered in between is tasty enough, but dry cake layers are a no go. My addiction is ended. Whew. but, somehow, still a little sad. If they shrink-wrapped the entire package, that might help -- especially since the company puts such long shelf life dates on them. Can't imagine how dry they'd be in another week, let alone two! read more

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Hersh Z.

11 years ago

The last time I tasted chocolate babka like this one I bought at Costco was when I was a kid sixty years ago dying all day Yom Kippur for a chance to get my mother's (of blessed memory) coffee cake rolls, one of which was chocolate. I never thought I would find anything close. read more

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Jeff G.

13 years ago

Bought their Cinnamon Babka at grocery in Rockland NY. One of the best cinnamon babkas I ever tasted. Today will try the Chocolate Bobka.

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877 63rd St
Brooklyn, NY 11220
Dyker Heights, Borough Park
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I really liked the Vitamin Shoppes & used to go there regularly spending at least $200 a visit. I…read morethen found out that their discounts, coupons were only offered to those ordering online. I did call customer svc, probably corporate, pointed out the unfairness several times. Things didn't change so I did. I'm sorry I can't shop there any longer but I feel resentful that spending as much as I do I don't get their discounts. Too many other options in this area who appreciate a customer who spends a nice amount.

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I'm sure the store is standard in every way to all other GNC stores (it's a chain, after all) but…read moreit's clean, and bright, and conveniently located in a commercial block near dozens of other stores which makes it easy to combine errands. But the standout aspect which I appreciate about this GNC is: the customer service. Truly commendable. I know retail can be stressful --dealing with so many people and so many problems --but I have to say the service in here shines. Every time I venture in here --totally clueless --they can rattle out product details off the top-of-their-head. Polite, and patient, and they always know all the sales and deals and bargains which are available during my visit. What more can one ask for? Reliable and solid experience every time.

Worst experience I've ever had. I dealt with someone named Hadad who was way more argumentative…read morethan helpful. How is it that someone's job it is to sell products would rather argue with a customer. Because of him I'll never shop there again. And because of him I'm considering never again shopping at any GNC. I'd never wish for anyone to lose their job but this individual certainly needs to be retrained properly

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First time coming in person (I have been spoiled and a fantastic coworker would bring in different…read moretreats from here on occasion). The space is relatively small, with a line inside and outside and a few tables outside. The length of the line and wait time varies based on the time of day and if you go on a weekday vs weekend. Go early if you don't want them to sell out of anything or purposely go a little later if you want one of their lunch sandwiches on focaccia. I have had the tomato and garlic focaccia twice now and each time it has been exceptional. Minor critique, the slices of garlic could be a bit smaller. I also had the shakshuka focaccia which is divine and I would absolutely recommend both. I need to come back to try their sandwiches as well. I am not a sweets person, but everyone I know loves their pastries. Getting someone a gif tcard here makes for a great gift.

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