Had a lavender blueberry hand pie today, and it was one of the most delicious bakery items I've…read moreever had anywhere! The crust was buttery and flaky and the filling was A-Ma-Zing. Will return again for sure.

Bakehouse is hands down one of the best bakeries in Frederick. Everything is incredibly fresh,…read morebeautifully made, and absolutely delicious. You can really taste the quality in their breads and pastries -- flaky, buttery croissants, perfectly balanced sweets, and savory options that are just as impressive. Nothing feels mass-produced; it all tastes thoughtfully crafted and homemade. They open early and close once they sell out, which says a lot about how popular they are. If you want the best selection, definitely plan to arrive right when they open. Be prepared for a long line -- but don't let that discourage you. The line moves fairly quickly, and the quality is 100% worth the wait. The staff is friendly and efficient, even during busy times. Overall, an amazing local bakery that lives up to the hype. I'll definitely be coming back again and again!

Simon's has been part of my life since they had a location at Loch Raven and Cold Spring in NE…read moreBaltimore when I was young. Before it was Simon's the Otterbein's name was over the storefront. They moved to Cranbrook a long time ago and at least two generations of Simon's were keeping up shop. Legend has it that Mr Simon pretty much lived in the place!! Well, the Simon family sold the business about a year ago to a Latino family. They are great folks and quick to offer a happy greeting upon entering the shop. Their famed sugar cookies dominate the display cases behind the counter. My mission this morning was to acquire two parcels of a deeply personal culinary weakness: DONUTS! Made from scratch donuts. Far better than Krispy and gas station or c-store donuts. At 1.50 each, you can't beat it as far as flavor and quality go. My second visit in about a month. I'll try to make it more frequently, but, you know, donuts... It's easy to stumble...

I have been a Simons Bakery customer since they were on HanoverStreet in Baltimore City! My parents…read moreused to get the most delicious peach cake and buns and turnovers when I was a child. And I followed them to both locations in Baltimore County because their baked goods remained the same! Until now. I bought a peach cake at their Cockeysville location yesterday and although the peaches were the same sweet and delicious, the cake part wasn't the same. I was disappointed. I know it is no longer a family run bakery anymore but I thought they got the recipes from the Simon family. I hope they do if they haven't because I won't be going back. The cake part of the peach cake just needs a little something to make it taste like Simon's!!

Wow, this is such a cool place to visit! It's a series of connected buildings which includes an…read moreAmish food court (the pretzels are yummy!), featuring cheese, meats, snacks, coffee, sandwiches and produce, a home decor store and a furniture store. Each time I visit, I see something new. I love the display of birdhouses, wind chimes and chairs along the front. It's a must visit if you're in the area.

ughhh i wish we had more time and more space in our luggage!…read more the markets at shrewsbury is open from 9am-5pm, but only thurs-sat we visited on a raining thurs morning parking was easy bc no one comes out when its raining? there was so much to look at they really have everything here! shopping, furniture, fruits and veggies, sweets and food make sure you come on an empty tummy! we were told to check out the pretzels and the pickles! we picked up a few pretzels and oh my! the best pretzels ive ever had!!! def best fresh but okay microwaved the next morning . i picked up a shoo-fly whoopie pie as well. had a great time checking out everything here. def worth visiting!

What a wonderful bakery in Beautiful Chestertown!…read more My favorites are the Buzz Bar, super rich, yummy, and absolutely 100% delicious. Pair it with their Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso, and you'll be good to go for the entire day. Fantastic service, quaint and cozy. I appreciate the non dairy milk options: soy, oat, almond, coconut milks. Love it.

The staff was wonderfully inviting and accommodating when I ran to get a form of payment I didn't…read morehave on me at the time. The "Everest" drink was just the right blend of Nutella sweetness, icy milk texture, and refreshing coffee hint. The blueberry muffin was especially well done, with a crispy edge but soft gooey interior that made biting into it a wonderful experience. Local and very well run.

I've been a longtime customer of Jacquelyn's Bakery and have always believed in supporting local…read morebusinesses. Even when something wasn't to my taste, I'd come back and try something else--because that's what supporting small businesses looks like. I want local shops to thrive, not get swallowed up by big-box stores. That said, I was genuinely disappointed after seeing Jacquelyn's recent Facebook post. Everyone is entitled to personal opinions, but using a business platform to label people as "dangerous" and "unsafe" simply for having different views isn't community-building--it's divisive, and it's bad for business. Profiling customers and publicly signaling who is "acceptable" to walk through your door is not how you grow or sustain a welcoming business. As a result, I won't be spending my money here anymore, and I won't be recommending it to others. If the energy spent dividing the community were redirected into improving product quality--like making cakes that are actually moist and buttercream that doesn't resemble Play-Doh--it might do more good for the business than turning customers away. Supporting local businesses should feel inclusive, not conditional.

I'd known of Jacquelyn's for several years, yet had never gone in as we live about 14 miles away…read more We had our 2 yound granddaughters and decided to procure ffor them (and us!) a little treat. Goodies abound,cand there is a variety of caffeinated beverages as well as a number of tables. One in front seats 2 and is in a little nook, but was occupied. There are also tables in the rear of the store. Jacquelyn was working alone and was most affable and accommodating. We bought a bunch of things, including for later that day and the next. I'd highly recommend this for anyone with a sweet tooth, any coffee lover, and anyone fancying some gustatory delight!

I have been in this diminutive establishment twice and have found it a great place to get gourmet…read morecupcakes. On our last stop, we tried the Cinnamon Roll Cupcake, the S'mores Cupcake and the Kitchen Sink Cupcake. All were amazing, especially the loaded Kitchen Sink variety. Their prices are fair ($3 - $4 per cupcake) and the people attending the store have been pleasant on each of our stops. There is no place to sit and I did not see that they offered hot beverages. So it is strictly a place to pick up your treats and go. The location is a little tricky. The only reason we found it the first time we stopped was due to the fact that we were moving between Chick-fil-A and Starbucks. Otherwise, it's tucked away a little bit and not easy to notice on a casual stop when visiting the establishments that comprise the major attractions at this exit (fast food and gas). But it's worth the stop if you know it's there.

Bought cupcakes as gifts. The recipients were surprised and delighted…read more The large variety of cupcakes available was surprising. Some, such as orange creamsicle, were new to me. Each appeared to be a work of art. Cupcakes were carefully packaged and bagged. They looked perfect after a long drive home. The attendant made a good impression: pleasant and professional. She ensured we remembered each cupcake flavor by handwriting its description on the container top. Thanks! Gluten free options were available! The ambiance is happy artsy bakery. Takeout only. Liked it a lot.

I've been coming to JeannieBird for a number of years, spanning back to when the dearly departed…read moreJeannie was still running the business. It's not only a joy to see the business still enjoying good success, but to also taste the enhanced skill of the bakers here. Make no doubt about it, the croissant here are authentic and delicious. Just the right amount of butter to bring out their savory character, with just a kiss of natural sweetness. The ham and Gruyère is an absolute pleasure. They have actual content; not just a tease of baked in ingredients. The financier were also perfect! I'm very much looking forward to seeing any additional Parisian pastries added to their counter. The traditional stars of their menu remain outstanding: the iced tea and sweet potato biscuits. While JeannieBird isn't always on my way to my usual destinations, this business is always worth a special trip.

Today service was so bad. Everyone has bad days though, I guess…read more My food was given to somebody else after I waited forever and ever they ran outside to try and track it down till they give me secondhand recycled stuff what?? Gross. Apparently, if two different people use the register somehow the orders are not known about and therefore you stand around and wait so make sure the person running the register is who actually takes your order.

We have been coming to Browns for their peaches for decades. It is a beautiful, friendly and…read morehomelike atmosphere. I appreciate the Brown family continuing the tradition. Thank you!

One of the best farm markets in the state. Fresh vegetables, awesome bakery, knick knacks, deli,…read morecafe and so much more. You will never leave with just what you planned to go in for. They do craft events, host seasonal festivals, weddings and other events.

Always friendly and helpful staff!! Fabulous bakery items!…read moreAnd COFFEE always HOT and Fresh!! And just waiting for me on Sunday morning after Church!!

We ordered our wedding cake from here. I brought a few pictures of what we would like and they told…read moreus they could do it no problem -- first of all, the finished cake did not look anything like the pictures we showed them. But most importantly, the cake cracked. I'm not sure what went wrong but by the time our reception started the icing was full of cracks and we had to cut it right at the beginning instead of when we'd planned to avoid the cake collapsing completely. I would not recommend ordering a cake for anything important from this place.

Delicious desserts, excellent customer service and very friendly inviting atmosphere!read more

Janina's always supplies cakes for our grandsons' birthdays. Cake is a very weak term because with…read moreamazing skills, they are a work of art. The service is kind and cordial. The showcase always leads to more purchases and delightful treats.