BBQ Shrimp & White Cheddar Grits with Chorizo

Crab Cake Benedict on Brioche

Another visit to Buckhead Bread Co. ends with another Corner Cafe brunch.

Buckhead Bread Co. & Corner Cafe 3070 Piedmont Road Atlanta, GA 30305 404 240 1978

Favorite Snack of the Year, Again

Gokul Sweets Spicy Masala Peanuts

Almost three years ago, we discovered these amazingly delicious spicy snacks in the glass covered case closest to the bakery counter register.  We’ve been devouring them ever since.  Now, this was a very close call.  It could easily [...]]]>

Favorite Snack of the Year, Again

Gokul Sweets Spicy Masala Peanuts

Almost three years ago, we discovered these amazingly delicious spicy snacks in the glass covered case closest to the bakery counter register.  We’ve been devouring them ever since.  Now, this was a very close call.  It could easily be a three-way tie between Gokul Sweets Masala Peanuts, Masala Cashews and Black Pepper Cashews.  And, the masala spiced deep fried chickpea dough strips are pretty amazing, too.  But, we tend to finish the peanuts first.  So, the peanuts edged out the cashews for the win.

Gokul Sweets
763 Dekalb Industrial Way
Decatur, GA 30033
404 299 2062

Quicos de Chocolate

Chocolate Corn Nuts

These large kernels of corn are fried, dipped in chocolate and dusted with cocoa.  You might see these same kernels of deep-fried corn dusted with salt or chili powder at your local convenience store under the name of Corn Nuts or [...]]]>

Quicos de Chocolate

Chocolate Corn Nuts

These large kernels of corn are fried, dipped in chocolate and dusted with cocoa.  You might see these same kernels of deep-fried corn dusted with salt or chili powder at your local convenience store under the name of Corn Nuts or Beer Nuts.  But, we found these much more interesting.  The contrast of bittersweet chocolate with the mildly salty, toasted corn nut will keep you reaching for one right after the other.

Alon’s Bakery & Market
4505 Ashford Dunwoody Road NE
Dunwoody, GA 30346
678 397 1781

Le Croissant

H&F Bread Co.’s almond croissant might be our all-time favorite croissant.  But, their plain croissant is mighty tasty, too.

1 Croissant + 1 Piping Hot Cappuccino = The Perfect Breakfast

H&F Bread Co.

Two For The Road

Check out Dutch Monkey Doughnuts Facebook for specials…

Today, they’re offering a two for one special until 4pm if you know the secret code phrase.  (Go to facebook for the code phrase.)

The cinnamon twist showcases their delicious dough to perfection.  Just a light [...]]]>

Two For The Road

Check out Dutch Monkey Doughnuts Facebook for specials…

Today, they’re offering a two for one special until 4pm if you know the secret code phrase.  (Go to facebook for the code phrase.)

The cinnamon twist showcases their delicious dough to perfection.  Just a light glaze and streaks of cinnamon here and there to complement the rich, yeasty goodness that is the Dutch Monkey doughnut.

And, of course, that nutella twist is divine decadence to the core once again.

Don’t forget, check out their facebook page for special deals and daily doughnut creations:

Dutch Monkey Doughnuts
(Facebook)

Dutch Monkey Doughnuts
3075 Ronald Reagan Blvd.
Cumming, GA 30041
404 482 3650

Everything Bagel

Loaded with…. everything!

We tend to neglect the bagels at Alon’s.  But, they deserve better.  There’s a gorgeous deep golden exterior that has a nice crunch.  The insides are tender, chewy and full of flavor.  Slice it open and add a schmear of triple creme brie.  Now, [...]]]>

Everything Bagel

Loaded with…. everything!

We tend to neglect the bagels at Alon’s.  But, they deserve better.  There’s a gorgeous deep golden exterior that has a nice crunch.  The insides are tender, chewy and full of flavor.  Slice it open and add a schmear of triple creme brie.  Now, that’s a fast food meal we’d happily eat any day of the week.

Alon’s Bakery & Market
4505 Ashford Dunwoody Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30346
678 397 1781 

Pretzel Rolls

These beautiful pretzel rolls are formed into mini baguette shapes (AKA mini ficelle).  And, they couldn’t be more perfect in freshness, flavor, or texture.  Though, we might appreciate a touch less salt.  But, that’s an easy fix.  We simply brush off the excess with our fingers.  Very simple.

Pretzel Rolls

These beautiful pretzel rolls are formed into mini baguette shapes (AKA mini ficelle).  And, they couldn’t be more perfect in freshness, flavor, or texture.  Though, we might appreciate a touch less salt.  But, that’s an easy fix.  We simply brush off the excess with our fingers.  Very simple.

Just slice ‘em, stuff  ’em with roast beef and add a light slathering of dijon.  Now, that’s DIY sandwich perfection in your very own kitchen.

Check out H& F Bread Co.’s website to find them at a farmers market near you.

H&F Bread Co.

Almond Croissants

Flaky, buttery, and very generously stuffed with richly scented marzipan… we’d love to start every morning with a cappuccino and one of these beauties.

That toasty bite of marzipan was perfection.

Peach & Blueberry Fried Pies

Super-ripe peaches and blueberries make [...]]]>

Almond Croissants

Flaky, buttery, and very generously stuffed with richly scented marzipan… we’d love to start every morning with a cappuccino and one of these beauties.

That toasty bite of marzipan was perfection.

Peach & Blueberry Fried Pies

Super-ripe peaches and blueberries make the perfect filling for these crispy hand pies.

Cheddar & Bacon Croissant

Cheese was oozing from both ends.  And, that cheese got crispy in the oven as the croissant baked.  So delicious.

There might not appear to be much inside.  But, the quality of both the cheese and bacon shines when wrapped in these buttery, fluffy layers.

Holeman & Finch Bread Co. offers their incredible pastries and breads at a number of specialty markets, restaurants and all of the best farmers markets around town.  Check out their website for a full list of places to find them near you.

Holeman & Finch Bread Company

Dunwoody Green Market

Nutella Twist

In a word… phenomenal!

To Add Another Word… Never-Ending

From doughnut to the delectable, fluffy nutella cream this is doughnut perfection.  We’re not sure what sort of black magic they summon up to create these glorious doughnuts.  But, the doughnut itself is richer, tastier, [...]]]>

Nutella Twist

In a word… phenomenal!

To Add Another Word… Never-Ending

From doughnut to the delectable, fluffy nutella cream this is doughnut perfection.  We’re not sure what sort of black magic they summon up to create these glorious doughnuts.  But, the doughnut itself is richer, tastier, and in every way more delicious than any other we’ve ever (seriously, EVER) eaten.

The beautiful golden color of this twist was the first indication that this doughnut would be something special.  It’s clearly rich with butter, eggs, or both.  And, the well-developed flavor of Dutch Monkey Doughnuts replaces that raw doughy unpleasantness that other doughnuts possess.

Chocolate Cream Pie Doughnut

Filled with bittersweet chocolate pudding and topped with sweet cream, this is another work of genius.  It would not be an exaggeration to describe these doughnuts as “peerless”.  They really are that good.

Chocolate Puddin’ On The Inside

Red Velvet Cake Doughnut with Cream Cheese Icing Mountain

The Doughnut Making Geniuses Busy At Work

Stacked Up And Ready To Go

…In Our Bellies

Look For The Baby Monkey

A world of thanks to Chloe Morris & Jennifer Zyman for finding the singlemost very BEST reason EVER to venture this deep into the burbs.

The Nutella Twist, Chocolate Cream Pie Bismarck, and Red Velvet Cake Doughnuts were daily specials.  Be sure to check out their daily specials before you visit Dutch Monkey Doughnuts.

Update:  The Nutella Twist is now a regular.

To Check Daily Specials:

Visit The Dutch Monkey Doughnuts website or facebook

Dutch Monkey Doughnuts
Suite 502
3075 Ronald Regan Blvd
Cumming, GA 30041
404 482 3650

Polvorones

AKA Sprinkle Cookies…

Whether you cover these in sprinkles or dip them in powdered sugar, these crumbly sugar cookies are just plain yummy.

Apple Stuffed Cake

This simple rectangle of dense cake is stuffed with a super sweet jam-like apple filling.  It’s super rich, [...]]]>

Polvorones

AKA Sprinkle Cookies…

Whether you cover these in sprinkles or dip them in powdered sugar, these crumbly sugar cookies are just plain yummy.

Apple Stuffed Cake

This simple rectangle of dense cake is stuffed with a super sweet jam-like apple filling.  It’s super rich, delicious and very dangerous.  Each rectange is HUGE.  We shared one piece.  And, still, we almost needed to be rolled to the door.

Hojaldras

Puff Pastry… Here, it’s shaped into a ring stuffed with pineapple jam and topped with sweet shreds of coconut.  We both loved this combination of sweet coconut and pineapple jam.

This flaky pastry was filled with a thin layer of jam.  Still, it’s lovely paired with a strong cup of coffee.

Pan Dulce Relleno

A nearly foot long sugar-coated “donut” roll without the deep frying?  Love it.  Ok, sure… they’re still dipped in butter, rolled in sugar, and stuffed with strawberry jam.  But, hey, at least they aren’t deep fried.  That’s something, right?  These are a simple, yet tasty indulgence.

It’s what’s for breakfast!  These clearly won’t be making a daily appearance.  But, every once in awhile?  Why not?  At just over a dollar, these are an inexpensive treat that feels like an indulgence.  As a matter of fact, all of these treats cost just over a dollar.  That’s one bargain we’ll be happy to take advantage of again and again.

Plenty of pan dulce (or sweet bread) are available here.  One of the most commonly seen are conchas.  Conchas are rolls topped with a thick butter and sugar paste.  Sometimes, that paste may flavored with cinnamon.  Or, it might be plain or brightly colored.  The paste is then carved into decorative shapes… usually swirls or arches to give them their traditional seashell appearance.

They have puerquitos (dense gingerbread piggies), cuernos de crema (cream filled horns) and besos (the kissing cookies stuffed with jam, brushed with butter, and caked in oodles of sugar), too.

Who doesn’t love sprinkles?

What if those sprinkles coat barely sweet, buttery sugar cookies?  Just say yes.  Yes, please.  The kid in both of us can’t resist these simple sprinkle-coated, crunchy-crumbly giants.

Panaderia @ Assi
1630 Pleasant Hill Road
Duluth, GA 30096
770 921 4989