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Indulge In A Sweet Treat From Periwinkle’s Bakery & Cafe In Pittsburgh

Periwinkle’s Bakery & Cafe in Pittsburgh offers a variety of fresh baked goods and meals, making it a popular spot for satisfying sweet cravings and enjoying breakfast or lunch.

Published Aug 25, 2021

Written by 

Beth Price-Williams

Finding sweet treats really isn't difficult in Pittsburgh. However, what is a bit more challenging is deciding where we're going to satisfy our sweet tooth. Periwinkle's Bakery & Cafe in Pittsburgh knows a little bit about making scrumptious baked goods, thanks to its team of bakers that spans five generations. The quaint bakery and cafe also dishes up delectable breakfast and lunch dishes, making it a natural spot for your next meal or goodie run.

Treat your sweet tooth to some of the best baked goodies in the suburbs when you visit Periwinkle's Bakery & Cafe.

Exterior of Periwinkle's restaurant with blue awnings and outdoor seating, under a clear sky.
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Brimming with natural light, the bakery boasts a delicious assortment of baked goods with display cases that make it easy for you to browse your many choices.

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If it's donuts you love, you've come to the right place. Periwinkle's bakes both raised and cake batter donuts in a variety of flavors, ranging from vanilla and chocolate to strawberry and maple.

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Classic cookies fill display cases, and...

A display case filled with various cookies and pastries, including colorful sprinkles and cream-filled treats.
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...you'll find beautifully decorated cakes, perfect for a special occasion or just because.

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All baked goods are made fresh each day right at the bakery, so you know you're getting some of the freshest and best in town.

Display case filled with various cupcakes and cakes, including chocolate and yellow cupcakes, all priced at $1.25.
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The menu's also brimming with other classics - cupcakes, pies, Danish, and fresh bread.

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Two boxed pies with a nut topping, displayed on a table at Periwinkle's Bakery & Cafe.
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The charming bakery also recently debuted a cafe that serves breakfast and lunch dishes. Kick off your day with a hearty breakfast sandwich or a quiche.

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If you're dropping by for lunch, you'll have several tasty choices - salads, soup, sandwiches, and pizza slices.

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Stop by the official website of Periwinkle's Bakery & Cafe for menus, days, and hours. Or, go here for Facebook.

Exterior of a restaurant with blue awnings, large windows, and a landscaped area with flowers and seating.
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Have you been to Periwinkle's Bakery & Cafe in Pittsburgh? What'd you think? Share your experience in the comments! In the mood for a leisurely drive and a delicious meal? Make your way to Horn O'Plenty in Bedford.

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Devour The Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls At This Bakery In Pittsburgh

Five Points Artisan Bakeshop in Pittsburgh is renowned for its delicious cinnamon rolls and freshly-made coffee.

Published Nov 22, 2021

Written by 

Beth Price-Williams

Mmm..mmm...Pittsburgh is the city to live in, especially for those of us who love scrumptious, old-fashioned goodies - like cinnamon rolls. We all know that taste is subjective, but we can probably agree that Pittsburgh knows how to make some of the best cinnamon rolls anywhere. To taste what have been called some of the best, make your way to this bakery in Pittsburgh and decide for yourself.

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Next time you're driving along Wilkins Avenue in Squirrel Hill/Point Breeze, stop by Five Points Artisan Bakeshop, which earns rave reviews for its freshly-made coffee and...

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Homemade cinnamon rolls. If you love a good cinnamon roll, you definitely want try the ones at this quaint bakery. All of the bakery's offerings are made with, when possible, local ingredients.

A display of freshly baked pastries, including croissants and cookies, arranged on a wooden surface.
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Grab a cup of the bakery's famous coffee and a hearty cinnamon roll - and don't forget to order a few for the road.

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Be prepared, especially when you first walk through the front door, for your senses to be bombarded by the sweet aroma of fresh-baked goodies.

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Don't forget to check out the other deliciousness that lines the display case - croissants, Danish, and cookies, for example.

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Five Points Artisan Bakery also serves a selection of freshly-baked bread. Try such classics as sourdough, Challah, and baguettes.

A display of freshly baked baguettes and French loaves on wooden shelves, labeled for identification.
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If you visit between Tuesday and Saturday, fill up with a ham and cheese, a mozzarella, or a tuna sandwich. Seasonal sandwiches are usually available, too.

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Stop by the official website of Five Points Artisan Bakeshop for days, hours, and a menu. Or, go here for Facebook.

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Do you have a favorite bakery in Pittsburgh that makes the best homemade goodies? Tell us about it in the comments! For some of the freshest baked bread in the city, make your way to Cibrone's Bakery in Pittsburgh.

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Indulge In A Piping Hot Cup Of Coffee And A Fresh-Baked Goody At Brother Andre’s Cafe In Pittsburgh

Brother Andre’s Cafe in Pittsburgh offers delicious coffee and baked goods while providing employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Published Oct 19, 2021

Written by 

Beth Price-Williams

We have an abundance of places from which we can order a good cup of coffee and maybe a bite to eat. However, one of those shops, Brother Andre's Cafe in Pittsburgh, offers an inspirational story to go along with that piping hot cup of coffee. Chances are pretty high that once you visit and take a sip, you'll return again and again.

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Tucked in the bright and airy basement of Saint Mary of Mercy Church in Pittsburgh, Brother Andre's Cafe serves a delicious cup of coffee and scrumptious baked goods.

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However, it also dishes up an inspirational story that's sure to provide encouragement for anyone who's ever faced what seemed like an insurmountable challenge.

A spacious café interior with seating areas and a welcome sign for Brother Andre's Café.
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Started by Patrick Fitzgerald and his parents, Mike and Terry, the coffee shop was born of Patrick's difficulty finding a job. Despite earning a degree at a community college, Patrick had little success finding a job due to his living with autism.

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Instead of letting it get him down, he and his parents started Brother Andre's Cafe, named for Saint André Bessette, in partnership with Father Chris Donley of Move a Mountain Missions.

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The cafe hires indviduals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, also known as IDD. While the warm and inviting cafe opened online in November of 2020, it has since started...

A clear cup filled with iced coffee, swirling with cream, sits on a wooden table.
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...welcoming guests to its brick and mortar shop for a piping hot cup of coffee and a delicous baked goody, like cookies.

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Sip a cup of Brother Andre's medium dark roast coffee as you indulge in one of Patrick's famous snickerdoodles. Chocolate chip cookies and gluten-free peanut butter cookies are also popular choices.

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If you can't make it to the coffee shop, you can still enjoy its decadent coffee with a coffee or a cookie subscription. Choose the coffee and/or cookies you want, and decide how often...

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...you want them shipped to you. That's it. Brother Andre's Cafe makes it easy to cancel whenever you want. If you need to pause your deliveries, you can do that, too.

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Visit the official website of Brother Andre's Cafe for more information, including days and hours. Or, go here for Facebook.

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Have you been to Brother Andre's Cafe in Pittsburgh? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! Then learn the story behind Midnight Izzy's in Ligonier, another small business with an inspirational story.

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