outstanding, can't praise them highly enough…read more real people, real food, adds variety & quality to Staunton's food scene :) :) :)

Yummy pastries and the empanadas were full and hearty. The cinnamon roll was outstanding and flaky,…read moreand the chicken empanada was very enjoyable. I had their food catered, so I do not know about the service, but I can heartily recommend the food!

Thank you for creating this awesome cake tin goodness!!! We went to the Charlottesville, VA City…read moreMarket and grabbed some goodies.... My son and I wanted to take a bite and ended up scraping the bottom of the tin.. Perfect package, Great price and professional customer service...We will be trying more flavors...

Norkeita is simply the best. I have never once had anything that was less than superb. Every…read morecupcake, cake, and cake tin was decadent and beautifully designed. I've gotten many of my friends obsessed with Caked Up and it's well deserved. My favorite is either the cinnamon biscoff cookie butter cake tin or tonight dough cake. Her Swiss meringue buttercream is to DIE for and perfectly smooth and flavorful. If I could give her more than 5 stars I would!!! All of her cakes and cupcakes are BEAUTIFUL and decorated so perfectly, check out her Instagram if you haven't already!

Hands down one of the easiest choices I've made regarding our wedding. Maliha Creations has so many…read moreunique choices, far more than any other cake vendor in the area. We put together an amazing selection of lavender cake with vanilla and salted caramel. It tastes just like my favorite BiRite ice cream from San Francisco! I did everything by e-mail with Anita before going in for a tasting. She has a beautiful front room with sample cakes made up. I was greeted with two beautiful china settings, coffee, water and several cake and filling options. It was so hard to narrow down the choices, but Anita is great to work with. She has wonderful recommendations. I can't wait to see our final product!

Anita Gupta of Maliha Creations is known for her amazing Charlottesville wedding cakes and I was so…read morelucky to have her make my special deliveries for multiple events for my wedding. My guests were stunned by the beautiful designs (works of art really) and they tasted absolutely divine! The whole planning process with her was so fun and special, right from the taste testing to the time of party. The cakes were so beautiful that they really added to the decor of the events. It was magical! My only suggestion is to book her as soon as you book your venue, missing out on this opportunity with Maliha Creations would be a shame. She really is the best!

Paris made our wedding cake and it was all around incredible! Holy cow the cake was delicious --…read moremany of our guests liked it so much they had multiple slices and have continued to talk about how memorable it was. We appreciated that we were able to do multiple flavors in the cake (by tiers). We had a chocolate cake with cream cheese icing layer, a coconut cake with lime buttercream layer, and a pistachio cake with raspberry buttercream layer. I truly can't pick a favorite. The coconut cake definitely wins for most interesting and was a huge fan favorite. Beyond the flavor, the cake was beautiful!! Paris arranged flowers on the cake and made our vision come to life. Paris was wonderful to work with from start to finish. From day 1, we could tell Paris was an artist and a baker -- she sketched out cakes based on our description to help us better see what it might look like and sent us home with a big tasting box to help us pick flavors. Paris and Passionflower cakes really helped make our big day memorable and delicious!!

Paris is really awesome and helpful and I love the sound of her voice over the phone. She custom…read moredesigned and sketched over 8 versions of a "Mario-themed" Grooms-cake for our wedding. To stay within our budget, she worked very diligently to meet our goals. As the five stars states, "this is as good as it gets."

We were in Massenutten visiting for the week and found this dessert spot. Even better that it's a…read moreBlack-owned business. They offered us samples since we're both veterans and they wanted to share what the business was. I got a Strawberry cake with strawberry filling that was so good! My sweetheart got the chocolate and that was really good too. He enjoyed it. We HAD to share this spot!! We do our best to support Black-owned businesses whenever possible and we will DEFINITELY be returning!!

I saw a post last month about a Valentine's Day promotion from Sweet Joy's Cakes and Desserts that…read morecould be delivered to JMU. Being the mom of a freshman who is 3hrs away learning how to navigate special days where you can't be present is new and can be a challenge. Of course I sent a care package full of treats, but I wanted her to also have something fresh. I ordered a box that came with six cupcakes, two cookies and half a dozen chocolate covered strawberries. This was a large enough box for her to share with her friends (highly doubt this happened. My girl loves sweets lol) or to keep her satisfied all weekend lol. Ordering was easy and delivery was a breeze. They checked in with me the day before to confirm the delivery time and even snapped a really cute picture of her holding her surprise. I definitely plan on visiting them in person on my next visit to the Burg. If you're looking for a few sweet treats, I'd highly recommend Sweet Joy's.

Would I drive 7 hours just to pick up a order from this bakery? If you hesitate even a second with…read morehow to answer, we can't be friends. I love-love-love some pastries. Scones, cookies, tarts, doughnuts, just keep the carbs and sugar coming. And upon my last visit to the Burg, I walked up on this place. Upon discovering that you have to place orders ahead of time (for a Friday/Saturday pickup), I immediately added a reminder note to place a order before returning. Thus my first interaction with the team here. Due to other commitments on Friday, and leaving early on Saturday, I knew if a Thursday pickup wasn't a option then I would not be enjoying anything. I sent a email and within 24 hours Alicia responded and graciously said they could make it work. Then, I just started clicking. 2 of this, 1 of that, wait what flavors are those? I might of been a touch hungry while ordering, but honestly that wouldn't have made a difference. Knowing the two doing the baking (take a moment to read the "About Us" page) and what they offered (e.g. butterscotch bourbon oatmeal cream pie, cinnamon streusel coffee cake, gooey butter cookies, sugar cookies-with sprinkles, strawberry lemon scones...wait, this was my order I picked up!), I came with a high level of anticipation. I walked up to the window, rang the bell, and held my breath. What if they had forgotten me? What if my order had somehow disappeared between Augusta and the Burg? What if...almost immediately Alicia opened the service window. My order was boxed and ready to go. No disrespect to the photos they share on social media handles, but that is just not enough to fully prepare one for the sight awaiting in that clear top on the box. The multi colors of the sugar cookie, the thickness and weight of the oatmeal cream pies (yes, I ordered 2), and of course the heavenly aroma of it all as one deeply inhales. To save myself the embarrassment of shamelessly eating everything like Cookie Monster in the Nabisco factory, I waited till I was alone to open this treasure trove of goodness. The butterscotch and bourbon, they go together like the final couple of a dating series finale. I am soooo glad I didn't eat a meal before this. That alone almost took me out for the afternoon. Again, the heftiness of the pie is a baking wonder. But oh the moistness (no, I am not afraid to use that word) of the pie and the creme. You don't need milk or coffee to wash it down. But I do suggest a cup of something on hand as you might choke inhaling it with such a swiftness. Then the cookie samples began. My compliment? Everything; flavor, texture, airness. My complaint? Not purchasing more. There should be a nudge that pops up on anything you only order one of that reads, "Are you sure you only want one?" But I digress. And also take a nap. Can't wait for my next order in March. I will add that they do walk up items that do not require pre order. They also have a far more extensive list of pastries (sweet and savory), breads, and custom cakes that you can order. If you are anywhere near Harrisonburg (home or passing through), treat yourself!

We are so glad we chose Bittersweet Bakery to make our wedding cake! From the start, the experience…read morewas amazing. We loved the tasting beforehand and were so impressed by how many delicious flavors there were to choose from. It made it hard to pick just a few. The baker was so easy to work with and recreated exactly the idea we had in mind for our cake. It turned out beautifully and was perfect for our wedding day. Bittersweet Bakery is such a gem in Harrisonburg, and we're so thankful they were part of our celebration.

Absolutely love them! I live in the same neighborhood as their business resides. They are always…read moreworking in the wee hours of the morning. They are quick to adapt with a call-in order last minute to ensure you have what you want. They are very friendly and always smiling! Their products are top of the line and always fresh! We love the Whoopi pies and peanut butter pies! My only complaint and/or suggestion is the parking. When people park on the street, it makes it impossible for two cars to pass on Wayne Ave. Sometimes there are cones up directing traffic to park in the back lot, which is the way it should be! Super appreciated for this business and their family! They even brought us by a Thanksgiving Pie to my home. Front door service. Love them!

There is a temptation on every shelf. My favorite are the cinnamon rolls. They are nice and…read moreeverything is well priced for the quality you get.

Everything is amazing. Classic jersey style made from scratch baking…read more Black and white cookies are the best

Hired to bake a 3-tier wedding cake, the process was super simple, they have excellent selections…read moreand all were delicious. They worked with us on design and details in a way that was so helpful, and delivery on the day was absolutely flawless. All three cakes we chose were so good, it was perfect!

I absolutely LOVE this bakery! As someone with a lot of food sensitivities, finding a place where I…read morecan enjoy delicious gluten-free pastries without having any issues afterward is such a treat! I specifically come here for their gluten-free muffins, and let me tell you, they are SO good that you genuinely question whether they're actually gluten-free! And their chai lattes? Hands down the BEST I've had in this entire area, and I've tried a LOT of coffee shops! Most places charge ridiculous prices for tiny little cups, but here you actually get a normal-sized drink at a reasonable price, and the quality is incredible. I seriously haven't found a chai latte anywhere else that compares! I haven't tried their actual café food because their gluten-free meal options are pretty limited, but if you're looking to grab a pastry and a chai on the go, especially if you have gluten sensitivities, this place is easily my favorite. And I don't say that lightly! Another thing I really appreciate is that they actually keep their pastries stocked! I stopped in on a Monday literally 15 minutes before closing, and they still had plenty of muffins and pastries available. That's almost unheard of at other coffee shops I've visited, where every single options are usually completely sold out by midday. It's so nice knowing I can stop by later in the afternoon and still find something delicious, at least during the week anyway. On top of all that, the staff is always incredibly friendly and welcoming. Delicious gluten-free muffins, amazing chai lattes, fair prices, generous portions, and wonderful service. What more could you ask for? This place is an absolute gem!

Unfortunately, this was such a letdown for more than one reason. First up- the place is open…read more7am-5pm but when we arrived 12pm they were sold out of every type of bread, every single donut and had very minimal pastries available. If they were only open 7-12pm this would be understandable but how are they prepared to be open for another 5 hours with barely any food to sell! Second- the food we did buy was lacking. We bought the daily special kolach which had a fine plum jam on it but the pastry was overcooked and dry. The cinnamon roll looked pale, small and sad but gave it a try and it tasted how it looked. We also tried a piece of Babka which again was dry and overcooked. My husband's family is Czech, we love Czech food and pastries. This was such a letdown.

Cute little tea spot. They do have coffee, but only drip or iced. They're more of a tearoom type…read morerather than coffee spot. Atmosphere was 10/10 with little frilly white umbrellas on the patio. Husband had the avocado toast and they nailed it! I had the hot turkey sandwich with gf bread and it was so yummy! Would definitely visit again if ever back in the area.

Love a classic afternoon tea that won't break the bank? Heritage Cafe is the place. Enjoyed the…read moreFull Tea, which included unlimited tea, 3 savory sandwiches, 3 sweets, and a fresh generously sized scone (today's flavor was lemon and ginger). Seriously, these were some of the best scones I've ever had - crispy sweet outer texture, soft and fluffy on the inside, no crumbly mess like other scones. Wide selection of teas to choose from - I picked the lightly fruity Lady Grey, my husband the warm and toasty Genmaicha. And the savory sandwiches were a step up from the basic white bread standard - roast beef on a pretzel bun, tuna on a croissant, open faced cucumber, chicken with roasted red pepper spread. A lovely way to spend a late morning or early afternoon in downtown Harrisonburg.