This is a small, Italy-inspired boutique café, and we absolutely loved it. From the aesthetic to…read morethe food and menu, everything is thoughtfully inspired by Italy. When we visited, the owner herself was working solo, which made the experience even more special--she was incredibly welcoming and kind. The cappuccino was excellent, and the overall vibe was calm and relaxing. Such a lovely spot, and we'll definitely be back.

The food and service is fantastic, but the hours of operation leave something to be desired.read more

I have been wanting to try Southie Cookie for awhile and finally got the opportunity! We ordered…read morefrom one of our fave pizza places - Union Park Pizza - and they had two options on their menu! They had the classic chocolate chip and a "flavor of the month" - spiced apple pie. We got one of the spiced apple pies to share and I wish we had gotten two. We warmed the cookie for 15 seconds in the microwave and it was perfect. Soft in the center but a little crisp in some places. The flavor was on point, tasted like a piece of apple pie inside a cookie. Was one of the best I've ever had! We will definitely be trying more flavors. They ship via USPS priority mail so would make excellent gifts for our family. We cannot wait to share the cookie love. Highly recommend!

I tried four cookies from here: salted chocolate chip, Oreo milkshake, party animal, and Boston…read morestrong (my order was in April). They were all pretty good but nothing spectacular. They are so beautiful I had just expected them to stand out more taste-wise. My order & pickup experience was smooth tho.

Such a talented baker. Unbelievable decorating skills. Great for custom ordered cakes.read more

Janelle did a phenomenal job on my boyfriend's birthday cake! He is an avid surfer so obviously I…read morewanted to get him a special custom surfer-themed cake. After gathering multiple quotes from several bakeries, Janelle was able to accommodate the most in the shortest amount of time for the best price (I believe I ordered one week ahead of time). Communication was clear over email about what I envisioned and she offered great suggestions. She delivered the cake well packaged on the day of the party and everyone was thrilled at the surprise cake! Oh and it tasted MARVELOUS!

This review only covers their liquid nitrogen watermelon sorbet @ Sowa market…read more SO COOL. Literally and figuratively. Who would've thought you could see liquid nitrogen dessert @ a low key food truck market like Sowa? I didn't. Anything involving food + liquid nitrogen is usually a thing of upscale establishments. My friend and I were so ecstatic to see such a sight and offering for only $6. No preservatives added. Just straight up scoops from a watermelon and a couple dribbles of simple sugar syrup (water and cane sugar). Blend that. Then in goes the liquid nitrogen from a hole in the blender. We all watch with childhood excitement at the white puffs of smoke flowing out. It's a rumbling watermelon volcano in the making and great visually and tactilely for people of all ages. Refreshingly cold with the flavoring of watermelon purely intact, by far the coolest and healthiest dessert I've had :)

Stumbled upon the Sowa Market on a Sunday afternoon filled with food trucks and vendors. I already…read moreknew this was the truck to look for thanks to a review I read on Yelp. The watermelon sorbet is $6 (cash, credit card accepted). They also serve pizza there if anyone's interested. The watermelon sorbet is freshly scooped out of a half-watermelon, added sugar syrup, and liquid nitrogen. The magic happens when the guy adds in the liquid nitrogen. He's also very friendly and willing to wait and pose for pictures. The sorbet texture is amazing.. smooth with just the right amount of sweets. For those who are wondering (and people did ask at the market).. yes, it tastes exactly like watermelon.

Food: The cookies were amazing! They're so big but I finished the entire thing because I was…read morestarving at work. Service: They do deliveries! Ambiance: Not sure but I will definitely be there to try more pastries :)

Went early on a Tuesday morning and boy oh boy did it smell good. Lots of fresh pastries and bread…read more I was the only one in there and wasn't very indecisive on what to get. I ended up with some Finnegan's, 1lb of butter cookies & a lobster tail. All verryyyy good and very delicious. Goodies for work friends to share. They have a parking lot with plenty of spots. I regret not getting a buffalo chicken calzone, fresh pasta and bread. The woman was patient with me and answered all my questions. 100% recommend peeps come here for some treats.

This place is a lil gem in my town. First time I went and they have a huge selection of ice cream…read moreand sell cakes as well. I got Richie' s slush which is my favorite thing. I got a large and had no idea what I was in for. It was huge. Took me two sittings to finish it. My friend got mint chocolate chip which was delicious. I would recommend stopping in. I will def be going back.

My husband and I stopped in for sundaes, and they were okay. $21 for two small sundaes - which…read moreincluded the special edible bowls. Not much "mix-ins" in the ice cream, and not much toppings were given. Friendly service. A few tables if you want to eat there. Overall, an average experience.

Our ice cream was very delicious and I wanted to try everything on the menu! The person who took…read moreour order was very friendly and speedy. I will be returning!

My daughter and her friends wanted ice cream so we did a search and ended up at Cal's Creamery…read more They had a good selection of flavors. My daughter had scoops of Cannoli and Birthday Cake and she really enjoyed it. One of her friends has allergies, and they were able to accommodate her order of a frappe.

Cupcake City in Reading is truly the best of the best!! We ordered a large order of cupcakes for my…read moreAmalfi Coast themed bridal shower as the main dessert and they completely exceeded every expectation! Not only were they absolutely beautiful and perfectly on theme, but they tasted even better than they looked!! Karin has always been so kind, helpful, and wonderful to work with!!! She made the entire process so easy and really helped bring my vision to life! Every single cupcake was either eaten or taken home! There was not a single one left!! We have been loyal customers for years and there is a reason for that. They are hands down the best cupcakes around!! Highly recommend!!

The owner immediately reached out to me about the customer service issue. Thank you for that it was…read moregreatly appreciated.

Kennedy's is the real deal: a Melrose gem…read more I took my two sons to Kennedy's for the first time recently, and I can already tell this is going to become a weekly tradition. From the moment we walked in, the vibe was exactly what you want from a neighborhood ice cream shop: friendly, unpretentious, and completely focused on making great ice cream. The star of my visit? The Nutella Stackable. I almost went with something safer, but I'm so glad I didn't. Layer after layer of rich, velvety Nutella ice cream, it was indulgent in the best possible way and tasted like they somehow captured the essence of Nutella and made it even better. My boys were eyeing it the entire time, which is the highest compliment I can give. Speaking of the boys, they were immediately at home here. The staff was patient and cheerful while two excited kids deliberated for what felt like forever, and the portions were generous enough that everyone left completely satisfied. No small feat with those two. Kennedy's has the feel of a place that's been done right: quality ingredients, a welcoming atmosphere, and people behind the counter who clearly take pride in what they're serving. Melrose is lucky to have it!

Definitely stop by for a creative sundae, they have so many "stackables" options on boards all…read morearound the shop and a variety of toppings and add ons for your ice cream. The prices are on the higher side for a local spot and they appear to serve Gifford's and a variety of ice cream products from different suppliers. The variety is worth the visit if you're in the area but I wouldn't go out of my way. It's a busy shop, expect a line especially on weekends. My main complaint was how long it took to order, I came in with a friend and there were 3 groups in front of us but we waited 25 minutes. I understand it was busy but they seemed short staffed having to juggle the walk up window and the line inside the shop.

Adocicadoce is hands down one of the best Brazilian bakeries around. Everything tastes fresh,…read morehomemade, and perfectly balanced -- not overly sweet. They have whole celebration cakes, cake slices, and lots of ready-to-go treats for last-minute parties. And my God, the cheese bread tastes just like Brazil! The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and there's a nice space available to sit and enjoy your treats. Definitely a place worth coming back to!

Do you like delicious sweets? Maybe you like savory pastries? This delicious Brazilian bakery has…read moreyou covered! I stopped in here as they opened and Yuri offered me samples. I left with a smile and a bag of delicious treats for my family. The Brazilian cheese bread is sooooo good! Oh, it's also Gluten Free! The chocolate covered honey cake is absolutely amazing. Ask questions. Most items are made locally, some are imported from Brazil. Finding the location may be a bit of a challenge right now as the signage isn't fully up. It's next to Leaf and Ginger (another good place to try!). Enjoy!