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

The cafe was extremely adorable with plenty of seating inside and outside…read more When me and my friend arrived we did have to wait in a line but it went down fairly quickly. Once it was our turn to order we were devastated to find out that they were out of the K-dog batter and could no longer make any so we decided to get extra sweets instead. Overall the deserts were absolutely delicious especially the mochi donuts I would recommend the ones that we tried but of course I'm sure the others taste delicious as well. Our least favorite was probably the crepe cake but that doesn't mean it wasn't also good me and my friend just thought the batter could use a little more flavor. My friend bought the coconut cake and when she first tried it she didn't like it all that much but she said that once she put it in the fridge the texture and flavor of the cake was much better and rated it an 8/10. Aside from the pastries I ordered a mango fruit tea with passion fruit popping boba and I was a bit underwhelmed. The flavor of the fruit tea is lacking a bit but I feel my taste buds were a bit altered after so many sweet treats. I will definitely be back again to give the boba another shot and finally get my hands on those k-dogs!

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.

I used to frequent the original location and Franklin Ave back when I was going out in Hartford…read more Back then, it was very busy, you had to wait and depending on who you got, language was Italian with enough English to get by.. Not a bad thing, just how it was. Stopped into the Plainville location yesterday because I was there and it was there. Have not been a big fan of expansion as in the New Haven pizza world, quality and consistency has suffered. That was my fear with Mozzicatto. However, as they are one of the few who make a ricotta pasticiotti, so I go. I bought 3 of the ricotta and a ricotta square (noticing a pattern here?) which were delicious and were as good as they were 25 years ago. They were fresh, form and the filling was delicately sweet. While I can't speak for all the desserts, they still seem to know what they are doing. It's not easy maintaining this type of specialty business as the market of patrons and tastes is a bit different. IMO, they remain a gem and I am thankful the kids have endeavored to stay true to what brought them success. It is pricy compared to the crap you can buy at the supermarket/Costco? Yes. Is it worth it? Yes. I will not pass Mozzicato's without stopping. You shouldn't either. Salute!

Mozzicato Bakery was so sweet and helpful when we placed a last-minute cake order, totally saved…read morethe day! The cake looked great, though it did seem a bit stale, but of course it's always fun to see what's on display in the cases (those Easter lambs are adorable ). Definitely a cute spot to stop by and check out their treats!

"My grandma and your grandma Were sittin' by the fire…read moreMy grandma told your grandma "I'm gonna set your flag on fire" (Dr. John) Abuela, Bubbe, Grand-mère, Oma, Avó, Obā-chan, Nǎi Nai, or Ammamma are terms of endearment to say "Grandma" around the globe. In Italy, the word is "Nonnie" which just happens to be the name of an amazing Italian bakery we visited today. To be honest, calling Nonni's a "bakery" really shortchanges Grandma, because it is SO much more than that. Yes, of course they sell an incredible variety of beautifully crafted cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and cannolis, but you can also buy breakfast sandwiches, pizza, stromboli, arancino, stuffed breads, grinders, chicken cutlets and more. Their store is awesome, and you'll find yourself staring at their showcases and refrigerated cases. Service is top notch, with plenty of helpful and smiling folks helping you. We picked up an eclectic group of odds and ends - croissants, donuts, danishes, and a big arancini stuffed with meat and vegetables. We attacked that first as an appetizer with dinner, and it was terrific. I can't wait to sample the rest of their wares. PRO TIP Their Italian cookies look amazing, and we will definitely be back to supply our Thanksgiving dessert table with their Rainbow and Birthday Cake cookie cubes.

Nonnie made an awesome banana cream pie for my husband's birthday. Whipped cream topping was so…read moredelicious and thick. You could tell it was homemade with love.

Located at the end of an unassuming row of stores is this gem of an ice cream store. Plenty of…read moreparking. Small patio to the right of it to enjoy a bite or two Al fresco. The store itself is small. Menu is clearly printed on the wall. We chose a two scoop ice screen sundae. The presentation was so cute because they put a small umbrella on top! And the people are really nice too. They've been in business for 3 years which I found to be incredible. Why? There were no crowds. Then, we discovered the flavors were so good. Thick, creamy and bursting with flavor. Wow! I ran back and bought a quart to take home. Was I on a diet? Ok, I will be sure to savor it for a month. But this was really so good, I couldn't help myself. A good thing too cuz the hubby had finished the sundae by the time I got back. If you enjoy really good ice cream, want to treat your loved ones or bring a smile to your kids face, this is the place for you. And did I mention it was reasonably priced? Guess you'll have to visit to find out...

I always return to popular places that I didn't connect with in the same way super fans do…read more Sometimes, I think I got it right. And sometimes, I have to admit I got it wrong. In the case of Tulmeadow Farm and Lacroix's Homemade (I'm posting the same update for both), I have to admit that I had it somewhat wrong. Both Tulmeadow and Lacroix's made @cticecreamtour's Top 15 CT Creameries. My original reviews for both Tulmeadow and Lacroix's were both good btw. I just didn't initially connect with the flavors I tried in the way that I did with my other CT favorites. Since those initial reviews, everything I tried at each has been a banger. At Lacroix's, I've now had Banana ice cream, Peanut Butter Cup ice cream, Biscoff ice cream and a Sundae with coconut caramel ice cream and a S'mores flavor. The sundae with hot fudge, peanut butter sauce, whipped cream and maybe the best cherry I've ever had in a sundae (don't know what they did) was great, but it's harder to pick out the flavors of the ice cream with all the delicious toppings. The ice cream seemed very good though. The Peanut Butter Cup flavor was outstanding. Very rich with big gobs of cups. The banana flavor was amazingly realistic. And the Biscoff was very good too. While Lacroix's is very popular and there is always a steady flow of business, I like that I get access to the friendly owners there too. Lacroix's is 5 Stars and I'm updating my review.

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.

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 La Mode has me going back for more!! It's September, but feels like a beautiful fall day…read more Perfect day for something pumpkin and sweet yet warm Enough for ice cream! Guess where I went to fulfill those cravings!! Always the sweetest staff to help me make my decisions when I'm Undecided lol! Their baking goods are the best! Ohh and can't forget those ice cream flavors too!!

A La Mode is a hidden gem in Southington. They are an adorable ice cream & dessert shop a few…read moreblocks off Main Street. They've been on my list to try for some time and I was super excited to see they had some Cadbury Mini Egg ice cream still - my favorite! They also serve an array of desserts - cookies, bars, cake slices, etc. If you're in the area I highly recommend a stop in for a treat. Baked goods were gluten free. Staff were friendly and eager to help with selections. Spot is small but cozy with great decor. Goods are moderately priced.