Well, this weekend hasn't been a complete wash out. With rains and dark clouds rolling in late Friday night, there wasn't much to be done in the way of the gardening. Though I did get my Datura Ballerinas planted Friday evening, and a quick trip in after work to Ashcombe for some more gems. Thanks heavens though for the potting shed. I was able to still do potting of annuals and some repotting of other plants we had, while listening to the rain on the roof, and listening to music on my old and faithful battery-operated radio, listening to the Met. I swear flowers like music. With getting my work done mid- afternoon, I finally went to check out a maroon bakery I'd been wanting to go try. Sweet Velvet, over on Market Street in Camp Hill.
And it didn't disappoint. Now mind you, I'm not a huge, sweet person. I prefer salty and savory over sweet most days, but I've been craving macaroons since I moved from New Hope that had a place I'd get them. This place really lived up to it's name. Velvety goodness. Upon getting in and checking everything out, the girl beyond the counter asked if we'd been in before. Not having been she offered us a free macaron to try. So light, fresh and airy, and the perfect amount of sweetness. The interior is bright and inviting, and they offered a huge variety of flavors. They had the basic flavors, in addition to the like of Rose-Berry, Birthday Cake, Lavender Limoncello, Fig Honey Goat cheese, and many others. The service was great, quick, and a friendly and very knowledgeable staff. I wanted one of each. I ended up getting a box of 10, and a box of three. At $2.50 a cookie, it is not something I would do all the time, but they are worth it!!! And the best part? Made fresh daily and locally owned.
I knew I had to take a snap of this for Ms Scarlett. It was my sample I tried and a good choice too.
If you're in the area or ever visit go check them out.Sweet Velvet. With rains continuing...it's been a lazy day today; Dinner is on tap with the Capital Street Duo later at a pub. I don't know why, but every time I'm in a bakery with macaroons, the number Think Pink with Kay Thompson from Funny Face comes to mind.
