Best of Essex 2013 Winners
Bakery
Bagel Bagelwich Bagel Bakery & Deli
Calandra’s Italian & French Bakery
Boutique Bakery
244 Route 46 East, Fairfield/Caldwell 973-227-5008 • www.calandrasbakery.com Remaining true to their tradition of offering outstanding bread and bread products, Calandra’s Italian & French Bakery continues to boast the area’s bestloved bakery for breads, cakes and pastries. “The Calandra Family would like to thank all of our loyal customers for their continued support and for voting Calandra’s Bakery Best Bakery again this year,” the family stated on behalf of their staff. “Our customers are the best!”
The Little Daisy Bake Shop
Silver: Sams Bagels—West Caldwell Bronze: Super Duper Bagels—Livingston
Silver: Gencarelli’s Bakery Bronze: Nicolo’s Italian Bakery & Deli— Montclair
Silver: Cupcakes by Carousel—Montclair Bronze: Jaret’s Stuffed Cupcakes—Nutley
Banquet Facility
Barbeque
Brunch
Pleasantdale Chateau
The Wood Pit BBQ
Raymonds
Silver: Hog Wild BBQ Co.—Caldwell Bronze: SuzyQue’s BBQ—West Orange
Silver: Sweet Basil’s—Livingston Bronze: Toast—Montclair
652 Bloomfield Avenue, Verona 973-857-9408 • www.bagelwichbagels.com Family owned and operated for 31 years, Bagelwich Bagel Bakery offers over 25 varieties of bagels, baked fresh each day. They offer a selection of high quality baked goods, sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups and more. “We appreciate the loyalty and support from our customers who have become like family over the years,” owners Rosanne and Frank Oldewurtel stated, “We feel truly blessed.”
757 Eagle Rock Avenue, West Orange 973-731-5600 • www.pleasantdale.com Specializing in personalized events and affairs, West Orange’s Pleasantdale Chateau has long been considered one of the foremost banquet and event facilities in the region. It is the location’s elegant and private grounds and their attention to detail that truly earn the Chateau its reputation as the Best of Essex. Silver: Il Tulipano—Cedar Grove Bronze: Nanina’s in the Park—Belleville
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108 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair 973-954-4679 • www.thewoodpit.com Specializing in truly flavorful Southern-style barbeque, The Wood Pit’s Smoked Ribs, Chicken and Beef will transport you to the South. In addition to their high quality barbecue, The Wood Pit also boasts a selection of Southern-inspired deserts, including Red Velvet cakes, Pecan Pies and more from Kimberly’s Red Velvet Kitchen.
November 2013
626 Valley Road, Upper Montclair 973-707-2157 • www.littledaisybakeshop.com Owned and operated by Jennifer Snyder, a Montclair resident, The Little Daisy Bake Shop was voted Best Boutique Bakery for their beautiful, inventive and delicious gourmet cupcakes, cakes, cookies, muffins, scones and more. “We’re so honored to be recognized for doing what we love to do and are proud to provide delicious peanut and nut-free options to Essex County,” Snyder said.
28 Church Street, Montclair 973-744-9263 • www.raymondsnj.com Always a fan favorite, brunch at Raymond’s-offered Saturdays and Sundays from 8am-4pm, is a longstanding legend-and not to be missed. “We would like to express our gratitude to the Suburban Essex readers for their continued support,” Joanne Ricci, co-owner of Raymond’s stated. “It’s great to know that you appreciate what we do.”