GRAND OPENING: Wednesday, March 26th, 2014
Cunningham's Cafe & Bakery
1 Olympic Place
Towson, MD 21204
So for all of my Towson/Baltimore County suburban folk, I want to talk about a new cafe and bakery that's coming your way. Those of you that stop in Starbucks or Panera, look no further - Cunningham's combines the best of both words...but does it a little bit better and here's why:
- They make all of their breads in house. Yes, head baker, John Aversa is an artisan bread baker that makes all of the bread for the Bagby Restaurant Group. Sorry, Panera, our's isn't even shipped - it's made on site. And you can even buy loaves to go. Yup, so make your own tasty sandwiches, french toast, and deliciously carb-tastic meals with Aversa's bread! (P.S. We have brioche, people).
- We use locally roasted coffee. And it's delicious too. Many thanks to Ceremony Coffee for providing the BRG with your delicious beans!
- Desserts. Enough said, seriously. Our brown butter rice krispie treats have been nicknamed "crack treats." You, will soon know why.
- Portions are satisfying. I don't know about you, but there are times when I leave Panera or Starbucks still hungry. I was thoroughly stuffed after my monstrous sandwich and latte. Pictures to follow on this post :)
- Locally sourced with plenty of options. Now Panera does have an awesome selection on their menu, but at Cunningham's Cafe, they can proudly say that 80% of our produce comes from our own farms - how cool is that? Local, sustainable, and delicious. I'm all in.
For those of you in the loop, the Bagby Restaurant Group opened their newest fine dining establishment, Cunningham's, in Towson back in November 2013. To extend off of their wildly successful restaurant, BRG decided to open up an extension off of Cunningham's - a cafe and bakery that sells delicious breakfast and lunch options for the on-the-go busy lifestyles of students, working adults, and everyone else in between. Cunningham's Cafe & Bakery will be open to the public in less than a week! Come check them out on March 26th, 2014!
I had the pleasure of being invited to the the "Friends and Family" soft opening of the cafe this past Tuesday. The perks of working in the restaurant industry and having the right connections is awesome. Just sayin'. My friend and co-worker, Lucy, and I were greeted by the warm smiles of Megan Parker, general manager of the cafe and bakery, and Kate Cefaratti, lead barista and coffee beverage director/manager. Not only are they both good friends, but I was beyond excited to see how they were glowing to finally have the space open. It's been a work in progress and the product is absolutely wonderful :)
We were treated to a $15 credit for lunch and the prices are so reasonable that I was able to get a full lunch entree and a delicious tea latte made by Kate herself! Peach oolong, with housemade infused syrup and steamed milk - absolutely delicious! Lightly floral and fruity with that richness and mouth-feel of black tea.
Here comes the food, guys. Hold on tight ;) Check out the pictures below for our entrees!
Roasted Turkey Club - baby lettuces from our farm, house-cured bacon, deliciously tender turkey between multigrain bread? Just stop. But wait, I get to pick a side to come with it? Mac & cheese, don't mind if I do. Seriously, make that mac & cheese into an entree - it's that good. ($12)
The Powerhouse - Lucy's pick! Avocado, tomato, goat cheese: a vegetarian's delight! Lucy picked housemade potato salad (which is stupid good). ($9)
So come on up to Cunningham's Cafe, Baltimore. We can't wait to see you! Whether it's for an on-the-go coffee run, a quick bite for breakfast, or a casual lunch with friends or co-workers, Cunningham's Cafe is just the right fit for you. Hey TU! Check it out before or after class one day :)
Until next week, foodies - stay happy and hungry!
-Amy
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