When I saw PA Bakery advertising mini King Cakes for Mardi Gras, I was genuinely thrilled. A…read morereasonably sized King Cake felt like a dream come true -- all the fun of the tradition without committing to feeding an entire village. I immediately pre-ordered two mini King Cakes at $5.50 each (total $11), already imagining the moment I'd get to gloat when I found the hidden baby! The mini King Cakes were actually quite generous in size. Easily enough for 3-4 people...although I personally demolished mine in one sitting and have zero regrets. Now for the part that caught me off guard. The plastic baby -- arguably the entire point of a traditional King Cake -- was perched on top instead of hidden inside. I was fully anticipating that moment of excitement that comes from discovering the baby mid-bite, because that's kind of the magic of a King Cake tradition. Without that element, what I ended up with felt more like a very festive brioche-style cinnamon roll wearing Mardi Gras colors than a King Cake. To be clear, it tasted good. The cake itself was soft without being dry, had plenty of cinnamon-esque filling without tipping into overly gooey territory, and was generously finished with frosting and sugary crystals. Flavor-wise, no complaints. But if you're marketing something specifically as a King Cake, the expectation is that the baby is hidden within. Otherwise, it changes the experience entirely. For food safety purposes, there are plenty of creative alternatives -- an edible marzipan baby, a clearly oversized non-choking-hazard version, sticker on the box, etc. -- but the surprise element is part of what makes a King Cake a King Cake. Overall, not a bad experience -- just not quite the Mardi Gras moment I was hoping for. Next year, I'll probably seek out a bakery that leans into the full King Cake tradition...because if I'm chasing the thrill of finding a tiny plastic baby in my dessert, I want to earn that victory properly. If the baby isn't going in the cake, just let me know up front so I can manage my expectations (and my Mardi Gras excitement) accordingly.

Always a great spot to stop by for some sweets. Even made a custom cake as a treat!…read more Camp hills go to spot for the pleasure, Never disappoints in the bakery feats :)

Scratch made sticky buns in multiple varieties along with assorted cookies, cinnamon twists and…read moreother ooey gooey baked goodies. What's not to love? It would be great if they'd warm up the sticky buns for you when they serve them.

THE BEST mini sticky buns ever! Everything is always fresh and tastes homemade. Always friendly…read moreand willing to accommodate.

Love the space and what they've done with it. Food was fresh and delicious. Ladies were kind and…read moreservice was quick. Comfortable seating options. Will definitely stop in here for a coffee and sandwich with my books.

Amazing little bakery in Harrisburg on 3rd St. The owners and staff treat everyone like family and…read morethe food is wonderful; best croissants this side of Paris.

Not good, bread for Bahn mi was not authentic. Toppings were not much better, avoid the shrimp,…read morekind of weird wonton wrapper was troubling. Pretty run down. High point was very friendly young man waited on us. Not heading back.

How have I never gotten bahn mi here before now? I've been dining at places in the same building…read morefor years! Confession time: I've had 2 in 2 days and I'm thinking I might get another one today. It's a little confusing. I had to look at a laminated menu because their posted signage didn't include all they offer. We got spring rolls and summer rolls. Both types were excellent. But the sandwich. OMG, the sandwich. It was a grilled pork bahn mi and was the best I've ever had. Some kind of mayo for creaminess. Pickled carrots and daikon for crunch and sweetness. Thinly sliced jalapeno for heat. The pork? Not gristly in the slightest. Sweet. Tender and somehow crispy? Fresh cilantro for herbiness. Cucumber. It was AMAZEBALLS. The bread was fresh and toasty on the outside, soft and yummy on the insude. Seriously, I want another one right now. ..... I went back, again, for more bahn mi. I had 3 in one day. It's the only food I ate all day. But I got photos!!!

I went to this bakery to get some of their Keto desserts to help with the cravings from being on…read moreKeto for several weeks. I got quite a bit and noticed when I went to pay there is sign posted on the counter by the register and card swipe device telling customers that the bakery has to a pay processing fee for taking credit cards, but the customers are not charged for the fee. Trying to put customers on a guilt trip to pay with cash or a debit credit by signage in their face is pretty low, especially considering the steep prices they charge for the keto desserts. I decided that was my last trip ever to that bakery since I am far enough long on Keto to no longer need their desserts and never need to see their patronizing signage again

I'm a big fan of West Shore Farmers Market and I happened to see the Market share an update from…read moreSweeTreats Facebook page about keto cupcakes. I decided I needed to try them! I got a peppermint chocolate cupcake for my husband and the keto vanilla cupcake with raspberry icing for myself. Both were fantastic! They also have keto muffins available that are next in my list to try! Cupcakes are $3/piece which isn't cheap, but they are great, made from scratch on site and I feel good about supporting a local business!

Why do we love Cornerstone Ciffeehouse? Let me count the reasons:…read more1. Long-standing neighborhood gem for a quick casual meet-up with friends/ colleagues. 2. Safe place for area kids to stop for a treat like ice cream 3. The baristas do an excellent job with lattes and specialty beverages. 4. Nice selection of quick bites, healthy salads, or sweet treats 5. Excellent cooking school for girls, night, date night, or to learn a new recipe 6. Affordable room to rent

This was an excellent find! Such a cute cafe/coffeehouse!…read more Needed some grub before heading home. I found this place using Yelp and I'm not mad! I had an iced banana bread latte! It was so refreshing and definitely had an authentic banana bread taste. To eat I had the bacon, egg, cheddar and avocado sandwich. DELICIOUS!! It was full of flavor and it didn't need any hot sauce at all. The portion was generous and I'm definitely full. Service was very welcoming. I do wish they had a bit more seating available, but it's okay! I would absolutely without a doubt return!

My first time visiting Anna Rose Bakery & Coffee Shop. A delightful bakery with lots of treats,…read moreincluding gluten-free cupcakes, muffins, cookies, and brownies. Excellent personal service in a chic little shop.

I walked by Ana Rose's bakery shop on my way to get coffee somewhere else. I peaked in and saw the…read morecase and thought everything looked delicious. The coffee shop I chose didn't really have a great food selection, so on my way back I popped in. It was early in the morning, so I assume most of the offerings weren't out, but the cupcakes and muffins all looked and smelled amazing. I opted for a blueberry muffin, and it was delicious! Service was quick and friendly.

Second visit in a month. Third flavor tried. That should tell you everything…read more This time we went for the Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl Bundtlet ($6.75) -- classic white cake filled with creamy cheesecake, swirled and drizzled with real strawberry glaze, and topped with their signature cream cheese frosting. Moist, rich, and just sweet enough without tipping into sugar overload. We shared one for dessert, and it was the perfect size for two people who want to feel slightly virtuous about splitting dessert (don't worry, we still scraped the frosting off the container). The shop is tucked into a quiet strip mall but strategically placed near Capital City Mall, Trader Joe's, and more -- meaning it's almost too easy to "accidentally" stop in. Flavors change weekly, so there's always something new to try. We've had three now and still can't pick a favorite because they've all been stellar. Friendly staff, dangerously good cake, and a raffle for free Bundts (yes, we dropped our business cards in). We'll be back... probably every week.

When I heard that they had a Biscoff Bundt cake, I knew I had to go and try this. I actually saw…read morethis on TikTok and heard that it was very delicious. Unfortunately, I was so excited to try my Biscoff mini Bundt cake, that I forgot to take a picture of it, but it was amazing!!!!! when I walked into the store, I was greeted by a young lady who was extremely nice and answered all of my questions. It is a very clean store with lots of selections. I'm so glad that I stopped and tried the Biscoff mini Bundt cake, but I'm sad that I forgot to take a picture of it. I will certainly be back to try other flavors. It was absolutely delicious!!!!!