• The perfect Saturday date

    : Posted in by Justin on 03.19.2010

    Lyndsey and Dave Olsen (parents of two girls) decided to go for a date on Saturday.  Their destination?  Duchess Bake Shop.  If Lyndsey’s blog post is any indication, they had a wonderful time.

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  • An Edmonton outlaw finds sweetness at Duchess

    : Posted in by Justin on 03.10.2010

    Stephanie just posted an exquisite review of her experience at Duchess Bake Shop today on her “Edmonton Outlaw” blog.  Here is an excerpt:

    I had a extremely rare, and perfectly unique cafe experience this afternoon that has left me feeling a bit out of sorts. I visited “Duchess Bake Shop” on 124 street and I will never be the same again.

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  • Sneak peak: high-end baked treats

    : Posted in by Justin on 12.16.2009

    Are you into high-end treats?  Here’s a sneak peak at something we’re releasing today.

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  • Something new: a macaron tree!

    : Posted in by Justin on 12.02.2009

    Look for some new products to be appearing for the holiday season such as our small macaron trees.  Nine macarons are affixed to a white chocolate cone to create a delicious and attrative centerpiece.  We hope to have our full holiday season menu posted on-line shortly.

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  • Garner interviewed by Vue magazine

    : Posted in by Justin on 11.19.2009

    Sharon Yeo recently interviewed shop owner Garner Beggs for a feature in Vue Weekly.  Here is a quote, where Garner talks about the importance of croissant education:

    Beyond filling a patisserie void in the city, Beggs has taken on the role of an educator as well. He is passionate about ensuring that patrons are keenly aware of the products. “I want people to know why it’s a croissant,” he explains. “It’s not just a funny-shaped white bun that you get out of a bin. There’s a culture behind it, a history and a technique, and a reason behind the technique.” It seems like Beggs never really did leave his educational tendencies behind. “I absolutely want to teach people about it,” he laughs, “because I guess I’m still a teacher.”

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  • Duchess Bake Shop on the cover of the Edmonton Journal

    : Posted in by Justin on 11.07.2009

    Today we were featured on both the cover of the Edmonton Journal, and in the lifestyle section.  The coverage translated into an extremely busy Saturday.  Thanks to everyone who visited us for the first time today.  We hope you come back soon!

    Here is an excerpt from Liane Faulder’s article:

    I must commend the Beggs for their hard work in creating the stylish and welcoming atmosphere at Duchess. Garner renovated the space (formerly a pawnshop) with the help of friends and family. The result invites visitors to sit, to linger, and to visit.  Everything is white and gold; elegant flourishes abound.

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  • City Spice Magazine feature on Duchess Bake Shop

    : Posted in by Justin on 11.06.2009

    As promised, City Spice Magazine just did a beautiful feature story on Duchess: click here to see it!

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  • Britney encourages citizens to try Duchess Bake Shop

    : Posted in by Justin on 11.05.2009

    iNews 880 blogger Brittney LeBlanc is encouraging Edmontonians to shop local.  Here’s what she had to say about Duchess Bake Shop:

    My second recommendation: Duchess Bake Shop. Duchess Bake Shop opened recently at 10720-124 Street. I first heard of them when they signed up on Twitter (@duchessbakeshop), and immediately wanted to check the shop out. I haven’t had amazing baked goods since I went to Europe a few years ago… but this morning, I finally tried out Duchess Bake Shop and they rocked my world.

    As for the pain au chocolat, I didn’t share that with anyone. And trust me, you will never want to share one of these either. It was an experience. Just the right amount of chocolate wrapped in a light, flaky (but not overly flaky) pastry. It was delectable, scrumptious, and probably the only satisfying pastry I’ve had since I returned from my brief tour of Europe. In fact, if not for work, I’d probably be writing this blog inside the bake shop right now, enjoying another one.

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  • Jam Revolution finds sweetness in pain au chocolat

    : Posted in by Justin on 11.04.2009

    Jam Revolution is a blog by graphic designer Sarah Jackson, where she endeavors to find something “sweet and tasty” in each day.  On November 1st she found Duchess Bake Shop:

    You all absolutely need to experience the sweetness of the Duchess Bake Shop pain au chocolat. Dark or milk chocolate, they are both the best thing since the croissant, and the Duchess does it all so well. Get it with one of their organic fair-trade lattes and you will have found the breakfast that I plan on eating for the next month straight…

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  • Fashion blogger falls in love with Duchess Bake Shop

    : Posted in by Justin on 10.29.2009

    Normally the Creative Mix blogs about fashion, but this past month they delved into food:

    Now it’s time to reveal some of the baked goods that you can expect to indulge in at Duchess Bakery Shop. Choose from delectable pies, petit macaroons, buttery yet flaky croissants, dark chocolate-coated eclairs or scrumptious sandwiches . I have simply listed a few items but there is a multitude of options available. Thanks to my friend’s recent visit to this shop over the past weekend, I had the pleasure of enjoying an earl grey shortbread cookie yesterday. My verdict??? Absolutely delicious…..it literally melted in my mouth!!!

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