Amazing new cafe in Carleton Place! Had the Turkish ice cream (divine!) and a latte (so good!)…read more Owners are super friendly and love the fact that this is a family-owned business! can't wait to go back!

My husband and I stopped at Taste Blooms on our way to destinations further west. We needed a snack…read moreso we wouldn't be hangry. The bakery is in a converted old house. It's super cute. They don't have a whole lot of selection, but what we had was pretty good. We got a croissant, a lemon brownie, and a salted caramel chocolate chip cookie. I'm not sure what the prices were, but it was a bit under $10 for everything. The lemon brownie was like a lemon square and was simultaneously tart and sweet. It was lovely. The croissant was flaky and tasted fresh. The cookie was a bit too salty for my liking, but wasn't bad. They have gluten-free and keto options too. The man serving us was nice. Worth a visit if you find yourself in Carleton Place, or of course if you live there ;) Street parking only. Of note: Google maps took us to the wrong location and actually to a parking lot nearby for other businesses. The address is on Allan Street so turn on Allan, don't turn southwest on "Mill Street" from Bridge Street like Google Map told us to (Mill Street only runs northeast off Bridge Street, so turning southwest is turning more into an alley way and not really a street).

It's all about supporting local.. You don't need to go to Ottawa- we have it all here in Carleton…read morePlace.. These festive cookies were enjoyed by the staff at the town hall yesterday made lovingly by Taste Blooms on Allan Street. Thank you to all the businesses that work so hard in our town. We salute you. Thanks Taste Blooms #supportlocal tasteblooms.com Phone number (613) 883-9464 5 Allan Street Carleton Place, ON K7C 1T1

Looks like I'm first up, so I better make it count! So…read morehere's a brief history, I like sticky buns and I cannot lie, the other brothers can't deny, that Packenham had the best in the space, till the recipe ended up in Carleton place. Plagiarized raps out of the way, here's my review... We heard that CP general store had amazing sticky buns and were further intrigued when rumours circulated that they had the recipe from the OG Packenham General store. We made two attempts to drive the CP to get them but the staff who was there said that they didn't have them at the time we went. I called on a Saturday morning and asked if they could put some aside.... Not only did she put some aside, she was kind enough to remember us and put a bow and ribbon on this really nice gift box for my son. We got a few other things as well, they had cheese sticks, a couple of seltzer type drinks and the butter tarts. Lemme first talk about the butter tarts - they are unlike any other butter tart and I don't think I can get them from anywhere else now - they were so delicious and although sweet, the pack of 6 disappeared over two days. Now for the sticky buns: holy shit so good, you gotta get them! That's all I gotta say - just gooey and delectable! The staff - five star! The entrance is a shared entrance with a gift and antique store so overall a really nice experience. The Carleton Place General Store gets 5 stars from me.

Bob's Cinnamon Buns were the best we've ever had. Everyone at our Mother's Day Feast were…read moreexclaiming about them being just the right size, not too sweet, not too sticky and absolutely delicious! Worth every cent! Sandra Schappert

I love Baker Bob (or Bob the Baker as I tend to call it - too many episodes of Bob the Builder…read morewatched in my house I guess.) They have a great multi-grain loaf. You can buy it whole, or they can slice it for you if you prefer it that way. Great for sandwiches or just eating as a slab slathered in butter and nice aged cheddar. Can you tell I love this bread? I always make a point of stopping in here when in Almonte to get this loaf. They also have a nice pastry section which has a constant stream of people picking things up. And a great candy selection too, which some items you don't see around too often. With a small seating area it's a nice stop for a coffee. Décor is functional and the place is clean. They serve sandwiches as well, but I've not tried them, so no comment on that. This is a great local business in Almonte. Would I return: Yes Would I recommend: Yes. Even if all you want is a loaf of bread, it is worth a stop.

My husband and I picked up some pastries here recently and overall I thought they were ok, but I…read morewas not wowed. Oui 8 Bakery recently opened in the same strip mall as The Burbs. It's rather small and doesn't have too much selection. We got 2 pecan tarts ($2.50 each) and an almond croissant ($2.60). The almond croissant was ok. It only had a thin layer of ground almond paste in it. It tasted buttery and was flakey, and tasted better than almond croissants at grocery stores like Loblaws, but I expected more from a small bakery. The pecan tarts were ok. They had little pieces of candied fruits in it, like the stuff in fruitcake. I am not a fan of fruitcake nor am I a fan of candied fruits. If you like the aforementioned items, then perhaps you will like their little twist on pecan tarts. However, if you are not a fan like me, then you might want to pass. They had date squares (another thing I don't like), scones, macarons, and some other items. Not all items have prices listed. I may return to try some macarons, especially if they are only $1 each like a previous reviewer mentioned (the price was not listed in the store). Service was nice and friendly. There are 2 bistro tables for 2 inside the bakery, but it's mostly for takeout. Lots of free parking in the strip mall parking lot.

This place smelled divine as we walked in. It's nice to have s local bakery. This is where the…read morehairdressers used to be for a very long time, in the mall where Henry's and The Burbs are locates. staff was friendly and informative. They sell big thick cookies that looked tasty, and there were cinnamon rolls, so we tried a few items. Imho it was only ok. I got the impression these were day old as they were dry and crumbly. I may try again just to see how consistent they are, but unfortunately I'm not in a huge rush to do so.

Their fish n' chips were absolutely amazing!!! I highly recommend ordering it. No room for dessert…read moresadly.

Having returned to the valley after couple decades, gotta commend Antrim on how this place has…read moredeveloped into a dining experience! Doesn't matter what you order, get ready for a great home cooked taste. On top of it all, service was great. Janet served us last, and very polite, checked on us often and made us feel at home.

The cheese croissants are the best. The service is always with a smile and you always feel welcome…read more The counters are full of goodies and inviting.

So far, so good and I feel that the score can only go up…read more Small spot, feels homey. I like the location but the parking lot is bonkers busy! Small and shared with a McDonald's and many other businesses. CLOSED MONDAYS. Staff were nice. Not a ton of selection.. I do wish that they had a bread slicer for their loaves. So far, I've tried a chocolate croissant and a plain one. Best served warm, I recommend. I also had a cranberry orange scone and a blueberry scone. I am a sucker for those things. The last time I went, I got the last two. The pastries in the case all looked sinful but delicious. Cakes too. I'm excited to have an occasion to buy a French baguette. Go early in the day to get the good stuff!

Cindy was fabulous and easy to work with. Cake turned out great and was delicious. Thanks for a…read morewonderful cake!

What a terrific find. Beautifully made, fresh, and delicious custom cakes. Incredibly helpful and…read morefriendly service. Highly recommend!

Sometimes good things aren't easy to find but when you find them, you feel the need to share it…read morewith everyone so they can enjoy it too. The only reason I was able to discover this gem was because of my thoughtful wife who happened to bring home some delicious goodies. First off was the German chocolate cake. Topped with chocolate butter cream frosting, the first thing that came to mind was just how moist the cake was!! Second, the chocolate chip cookies!! Loads of chocolate chips with a soft and chewy centre surrounded by a crunchy edge. To me, it was as perfect as a chocolate chip cookie should be! If you happen to know anyone who lives nearby have them pick you up a few treats to enjoy! I've already asked for some more!! From what I know, it is presently a home based business with no store front.

This woman's baking is out of this world delicious!!!If you haven't tried it yet,then you…read moreshould!!Sheila should open a bakery in Lanark.Everything she bakes is wonderful.In a short time we have purchased alot of goodies,and each time they all get better.My husband loves her tarts,I love her scones and cookies.The prices are fantastic for the quality and quantity.God has truly given this woman a gift,and she is very pleasant to do business with.If you haven't tried her baking yet,then you should.Good bakers are few and far between and this woman has it down to a science. "As Good as It Gets",this stuff is BETTER!!! Teena North Lanark,Ont