Exceptional! I highly recommend this place! The owner, Lori, is a beautiful woman with warm…read morewelcoming energy. The little shop is full of warmth. I had three of their cupcakes, and they were amazing! Don't miss the Nutella cupcake! Lori learned all the recipes from her grandmothers and mother. The cupcakes were moist and fresh, the frosting and topping just perfect! Don't miss this gem even if you have to drive a little bit to get here! Oh, and ask Lori to show you the family cookbook she made with her mother. Very special place!

When you want something truly exceptional - artful, thoughtfully designed, and as tasty as it is…read morebeautiful - Sassy Mama delivers. I was looking for a stunning and delicious cake for my mom's 80th birthday, and I was absolutely delighted with the result. From the moment I walked into the shop, I knew I was in the right place. Lori greeted me warmly and generously took the time to talk through exactly what I was hoping for. It was such a refreshing change from the usual "hurry up" and "good enough" experience I often encounter when searching for something that matters deeply to me, even if it may not seem as significant to the person helping. Lori was attentive to every detail in the most efficient way. She guided me through decisions without ever being pushy, offered recommendations that were perfectly suited to my needs, and ultimately created one of the most beautiful - and most delicious - cakes I've ever had. She also packaged it carefully for the three-hour drive to New Jersey and thoughtfully accounted for potential January weather complications ahead of the party. My mother was truly blown away by the piano keyboard and hydrangea flower decorations, and our guests raved about the chocolate raspberry buttercream cake, as well as the salted caramel and vanilla cupcakes. Thank you, Lori, for an exceptional bakery experience at every level.

Ordered a cake for my son's birthday, it was delivered to my door on the day of the party and…read moreeveryone loved it. Would buy again.

From the owner: Home baker based in CT. I focus on custom orders for all occasions. I’m most known for my not so…read moresweet frosting.

Emily's did a fantastic job catering my son's wedding! The hors d'oeuvres were a hit! Excellent…read morepresentation. My favorite were the fried artichokes and truffle fries. I was very impressed with the service. My pet peeve is dirty dishes sitting in front of people and that did not happen! The wedding cake was delicious. White homemade cake with a light strawberry cream. My only suggestion would be to have had someone to serve all the pies. It was kind of awkward having to do it yourself. I definitely recommend Emily's for your next event.

Absolutely fantastic!!!!! Emily's catered my daughter's…read morewedding at Smith Farm Gardens and totally nailed it. First, they were a joy to work with leading up to the big day. They were helpful, responsive, and everything was clear and upfront. There were no surprise charges, or "gotchas". In fact they did several things beyond the scope of the contract without additional charges. More importantly, on the wedding day everything went perfectly. They gave us great advice on the set up of the tables, chairs, bar etc. They listened carefully to everything that was asked of them, made a couple of outstanding suggestions and dealt with the problems caused by strong gusts of wind at an outdoor venue with calm assurance. All of the food was incredible. The hor's d'ourves were fantastic, especially the brie and artichoke tarts, mini lobster rolls and tuna tacos. The mac and cheese in mini ramekins were also a huge hit. The dinners were equally delicious. I had the half chicken, which was served with a delicious polenta. It was absolutely amazing. Perfectly cooked, moist with a crispy skin. Other sides were served family style and were all fantastic. The dessert was also superb. Each guest received a trio of mini desserts, each of which was delightful. We had several guests with food restrictions (vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free). The servers made sure the restrictions were observed, and they made it a point to bring appropriate appetizers to those guests, which was a very nice touch. All of the guests raved about the food. The service was also first class. There were so many servers handling the passed hor's d'ourves that every guest had multiple chances to try each of the offerings. Service of the dinner was equally impressive. The venue is outdoors, and it is a bit of a hike from the kitchen tent to the dining area. Despite that, the guests were served quickly, and the food came to the table still hot. Finally, their prices are quite reasonable, especially given the outstanding quality of the food and service. A very good value.

Wow.. it was an all around amazing experience working with Lillian. She took the time to understand…read morewhat I was looking for, and you could tell she cared about the outcome. The cake was to celebrate my dads 90th bday and it was meant to resemble Puerto Rico. It came out Phenomenal! I could not have asked for anything more. I highly recommend Lillian.

Lillian far exceeded my expectations!!! I asked her to make an unusual car for my brothers 50th…read more It's not a fancy luxury addition just his most favorite vehicle he owned. She nailed all the details down to the license plate. Simply a show stopper. If that wasn't enough the taste was outrageous as well.

So amazing! I cannot believe I can eat a brownie and feel guilt free! Very trustworthy and would…read morehighly recommend for anyone looking for something sweet that has food restrictions!

From the owner: At Scoops Baking Co., we are committed to transforming the dessert experience with our unique…read moreapproach to baking. What sets us apart? 1. 100% Plant-Based Ingredients: Our desserts are crafted with organic, gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free, and lactose-free ingredients, ensuring they are suitable for various dietary restrictions. 2. No Artificial Additives: We prioritize health and purity, so our products are free from artificial additives and food colorings. 3. WISH Philosophy: Our mission is embodied in WISH—Wholesome, Indulgent, Sustainable, and Handcrafted. Every treat is a reflection of these core values. 4. Eco-Friendly Packaging: We are dedicated to sustainability, using only eco-friendly and compostable packaging to reduce our environmental impact. 5. Nostalgic Yet Modern: Our desserts evoke nostalgic childhood memories while meeting contemporary dietary needs, creating a unique and emotional baking experience. Discover the Scoops Baking Co. difference and indulge in desserts that are as good for the planet as they are for your taste buds!

My first time here and I gotta say it will become my Donut and Sweets go to! The donuts are so…read moreyummy and the chocolate chip muffin is delicious!! The girl at the counter was so sweet and gave my daughter a free cookie. I definitely recommend coming here for your bakery needs!

"Because I'm still in love with you I wanna see you dance…read moreagain Because I'm still in love with you On this harvest moon" (Neil Young) How can you not love a family owned independent bakery that's been around since 1943, bakes over 700 pies for Thanksgiving, 1500 loaves of bread and 500 hard rolls on Christmas eve, and over 1100 Babkas for Easter? Their bakery is amazing -with wonderful looking breads, rolls, pastries, cupcakes, pies, Danish, cookies, donuts and specialized goodies in every shape, color, and description under the sun. Today, we picked up a gorgeous loaf of marble rye bread, six of their famous handmade donuts, and three Danish. I had a glazed donut this afternoon and it was light, sweet and pretty much fantastic. Can't wait to check out the rest of our purchase.

A surprisingly good bakery, that is a little too happy to wear it's success on it's sleeve…read more In a restored factory in Southington is a little hipster foodie mecca. With axe throwing, a retro arcade, coffee, chocolate, and this bakery. I got to explore the exposed brick and large filament lights of this specific locale, and picked up some sweets from this little shop. It's very much loud and proud in it's appearances on popular food television. Having pride in your success is a good thing, but it's very much in your face about it. It also prices accordingly, making the price of the baked goods you get at least a couple bucks extra. Thankfully, the baked goods are actually pretty good. We got a couple misfits, a couple french macarons, and one of the dessert waffles they had. The misfit muffins tasted pretty good, soft and light, not too sweet, and well balanced. The French macarons, they were not too great. the filling was sweet but lacking depth. they were pretty though. The standout was the Dessert waffle. Sweet, crispy but cakey, and plenty of chocolate and peanut butter flavor. A surprising bite, and tasty. Overall, it's a good dessert place to go to and try out. Not worth a trek,but a solid choice for that specific area

Hardcore Sweet is a bakery that opened in Watertown, Connecticut in 2012. It was founded by husband…read moreand wife Jeremy and Nicole Braddock. The bakery was initially founded as a cupcake truck. The two bakers were then featured on Food Network shows such as "Winner Cake All" and "Cupcake Wars", winning the latter. After that, they opened their first brick and mortar bakery. Most recently they competed on the Netflix show "Sugar Rush". A second location opened in Southington at the historic Factory Square complex in October 2021. Another location once existed at the Buckland Hills Mall in Manchester, but it has since closed. The locations offer cupcakes, custom cakes, cake pops, whoopie pies, cookies and muffins. I stopped at the Southington location of Hardcore Sweet for the first time this past July. Several businesses located at Factory Square were offering special menu items to celebrate Harry Potter's birthday. Factory Square is located conveniently alongside the popular Farmington Canal Trail, so I cycled there. Hardcore Sweet had several Harry Potter offerings that day, but by the time I had arrived most of them were sadly sold out. I ordered one of the few Harry Potter treats that they had left: Buckbeak's Breakfast Cupcake. It was delicious! I definitely need to come back to try more of their tasty treats on a future visit to Factory Square. I just need to get there earlier in the day when their selection is bigger.

In short: Good service, calm atmosphere, delicious and fresh Korean corn dogs…read more As my girlfriend and I were looking for a snack, we came across The Mochi Donut Cafe. We arrived to an empty parking lot and were greeted by calm and atmospheric music. Our attendant/cashier was peaceful and patient as we looked through the menu and took our time. Our order was taken care of and served within 15 minutes, the food had been ready. We enjoyed our meal. Their Korean Corn dogs were fresh, flavorful and delicious. The Hazelnut Latte we ordered was balanced and also delicious. The tables were clean and the overall vibe of the place was aesthetically pleasing. Good spot to check out if you're craving a snack, need a place to study as they offer free WiFi, or are looking for something different. Thx.

Good donuts, needs tlc…read more I've been to this place before, and I appreciated the location despite it being an event. So being in the area, decided to come here and pick up some donuts for the ride home. We got here late in the day, and they were out of almost everything when I got there. I managed to get a churro and matcha donut. I then saw they did a Dubai chocolate strawberry cup, and had to give that a try as well ( they only do the cup on the weekends) The donuts were very fresh, light and chewy. They are high in price but much better in quality compared to other places I've tried. The Dubai strawberry cup had a kind of weak chocolate sauce over them. Not the cheapest stuff on the market, but not strong or mellow like the expensive chocolates. The strawberries were fresh, and the Dubai part needed a little salt to counteract the sweet and enhance the earthy. Inside is well decorated but dirty. All the tables were dirty, there's lots of dust and other ditritus when I was waiting for my dessert. It was end of day, so I get why they would not be fully clean. But there's some repairs that need to get done and there's cracks in the facade. Despite the lack of donuts, the quality was good and the Dubai strawberries were a nice sweet treat. This is a good place to get some interesting food items or sweet treats. Not a trek worthy spot, but good if you're around

A great place to grab some sweets. My girlfriend and I had a great time taking one of their…read more classes.

Love coming to visit Karen in her store while trying all of her newest treats and fresh creations!!…read moreI got a 12 pack this time and tried almost all of the flavors!! No complaints! Only great chocolate made with love! We got PUP it! treats this time for our pooch and she loved the peanut butter!! Service is always friendly with great conversation! Check out the changing decor for the seasonal months!!

Best chocolate/ candy in the area. Always stop here if in the area. Staff is super friendly and…read morehelpful. The store is always decorated beautifully.