Warm up with Seasonal Treats in the Co-op Bakery Cafe

by Kate Goldman, Co-op Bakery Café

February 2020

an array of valentine's day themed baked goods from the co-op bakery including a heart-shaped cake that says love, mini cheesecakes decorated with raspberry hearts, and cupcakes iced with pink frosting that looks like a flower bloom

The Co-op Bakery creates a gorgeous array of delicious treats available in seasonal rotation in the Bakery Café. Stop by to see what new dazzling treats are in the case today!

Pictured here are a few of the Valentine's Day selections in rotation: pretty floral design cupcakes, our always-popular Love cakes, and two-heart cheesecakes.

The late winter months in Bellingham can truly feel like a state of limbo. The signs of spring boldly show themselves, but the damp chilly air still lingers. Buds on trees and the return of chirping birds bring excitement for the changing season. But as we of the Northwest know so well, those cold mornings and evenings will stick with us, possibly until we get our lawn chairs out for the Fourth of July.

The Community Food Co-op Bakery Café has some delicious seasonal offerings that are sure to please and to keep you warm through spring.

The Drinks

a cup of london fog tea in a to-go cup with frothy milk on top

PNW Specialty

The London Fog is a specialty beverage said to have originated in Vancouver, B.C., so we took a cue from our northern neighbors and put a fun twist on this classic. We are proud to feature the Lavender London Fog. The luxurious blend of Earl Grey tea, steamed milk, a dash of vanilla, and our housemade lavender syrup is sure to bring comfort on a chilly spring day.

For Valentine’s Day, we feature our delicious Raspberry Mocha. Our talented bakery staff has created a delightful raspberry syrup, as well as a rich chocolate syrup. Our skilled baristas blend these hand-crafted syrups with our exceptional espresso blend, creating the perfect marriage of bitter and sweet.

Oh, and did you know our housemade chocolate syrup is vegan and you can request milk or a milk alternative at no extra cost? Raspberry Mochas for everyone!

Our housemade Lemon Ginger Tea is the MVP each winter, and regular customers rely on its healing properties during the cold season. Our bakery brews batch after batch of whole ginger root blended with organic lemon juice to create a spicy yet satisfying tea. Add a splash of organic honey and cayenne, if you prefer to feel the heat! This tea is an excellent option for an afternoon sipper as it has no caffeine and will warm your body and soul on a cold winter evening.

Of course, it’s hard to beat the ultimate in cozy beverages—a classic hot cocoa. Each mug is filled to the brim with rich chocolately goodness from our vegan housemade chocolate syrup. Treat the kids with a $1 hot cocoa or steamer!

The Eats

freshly grilled panini sandwich with grill marks split in half on a white plate with a co-op napkin and coffee cup alongside

Hungry?

Your barista will fire up the panini grill and create a
warm, crispy goodie for you to nosh on. Choose from paninis, wraps, quesadillas, English muffin breakfast sandwiches, or breakfast burritos. There’s an option to satisfy everyone from vegan to omnivore.

If you’re looking for a sweet treat or a savory morsel to accompany your beverage, look no further.

To satisfy your sweet tooth the Co-op bakery café offers one-of-a-kind cupcakes, cake slices, peanut butter cups, Nanaimo bars, cheesecakes, and a plethora of seasonal specialties. Many items are gluten-free, vegan or keto-friendly. Sharing the building with our scratch bakery, you can place your custom bakery orders for special occasions with one of our baristas or chat with a baker to get recommendations for a stunning creation that will be the centerpiece of any celebration.

Local, organic, and crafted with skill, care, and a friendly smile—that’s the Co-op Bakery Café difference.

Available only in the Co-op Bakery Café

an array of products featuring the bellingham flag including a hat, stickers, and patches

Bellingham Flag hats, bandanas, stickers, patches, and pins
Unique Co-op bakery goods like whole cakes and
specialty seasonal items
A panini grill for perfectly toasted savory treats
Unique stickers and greeting cards
Art prints by Lummi artist Jason LaClair
The best dog-friendly patio in Downtown Bellingham!

The Patio

We are looking forward to the changing season for one important reason: springtime means patio time!

Our patio, perched above the corner of Holly and Forest streets, is the perfect place to sit, people watch, and enjoy your treats. Bring your laptop, your friend, even your dog, and we’ll provide the perfect setting for a lazy afternoon enjoying coffee al fresco.

Our Hours

The Co-op Bakery Café is open daily from 7 am to 4 pm at 405 E. Holly Street (across the street from our Downtown store).

Co-op Bakery Cafe: Beyond Great Food and Coffee

by Tasha Kerr, Retail Bakery Café manager

Baristas (from left) Tasha Kerr, Ciara Sana, and Danica Paddock invite you to try a tasty treat from the Co-op Bakery when visiting our new café on Holly Street. Our organic coffee and smoothie bar features fair trade and locally sourced ingredients.

Building Community at the Co-op Bakery Cafe

For those of you that have not yet visited our Co-op Bakery Café on Holly Street, I would like to personally invite you to visit and experience our stunning recently remodeled eatery.

This beautifully efficient building is filled with light, vibrant energy, and most importantly, our high-quality baked goods and coffee. Not to mention the popular outdoor seating on our deluxe patio with an amazing view of the heart of Bellingham.

We proudly showcase our spectacular scratch bakery that produces some of the best pastries in town ...

... freshly baked scones, sweet and savory brioche, muffins, cookies, macaroons, and the list goes on.

For those of you that depend on us for plentiful gluten free and vegan goodies, we’ve got you covered.

Our extremely popular deli supplies us with fresh house-made salads and sandwiches every day. We carry a whole case of quick grab-and-go drink options like kombucha, natural energy drinks, teas, and sodas, as well as your favorite Twin Brooks organic chocolate milk. Along with energy bars, chocolate bars, savory snacks, chips, and so much more.

Let’s not forget our delicious espresso and smoothie drinks.

At our cafe you’re not just buying a tall vanilla latte, you are buying 12 ounces of a handcrafted espresso beverage made with organic beans that have been locally roasted and fairly traded. We use Fresh Breeze organic milk delivered from Lynden. And our house-made vanilla syrup is made with love. All of our syrups and specialty drinks, such as chai and ginger lemon tea, are all made in our very own kitchen.

Dairy isn’t your thing? That’s okay! We offer five dairy-free alternatives at no additional charge.

We proudly brew up your favorite local roasters ...

... Bellingham Coffee Roasters, Tony’s Coffee, and Hammerhead Coffee Roasters—every day from 7 am to 8 pm. If you haven’t tried it yet, you should try our Toddy cold brew coffee. Cold brew takes 24 hours to make and is worth every second.

While you’re here, meet our talented, experienced, and ridiculously friendly baristas. You may recognize a few of us from across the street at our Downtown store, but there are some new faces to meet. We’ve been having a good time getting to know our member-owners and customers and we look forward to seeing even more new faces.

Your Community Food Co-op is known for providing a vibrant and healthy shopping environment for our beautiful and environmentally conscious community, and our new bakery café is no exception.

In fact, we are one of the places where those important community-building conversations happen.

Not just between our customers and our friendly staff, but between our local vendors, musicians, artists, and farmers. We absolutely love our new eatery, and we know that you will too.

cafe sign caramel hazelnut latte special

Keep an eye out for seasonal specials and recommendations from our baristas. They are always brewing up something new in the espresso and smoothie bar! Or, you can create your own smoothie!