“Orange County’s wait for its own Levain Bakery ended early last month when the iconic bakery behind New York City’s favorite six-ounce cookies opened its doors at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. Levain’s first Orange County location brings its signature cookies, freshly baked breads, pastries and coffee to the region, marking the bakery’s fourth Southern California location and continuing Levain's thoughtful retail bakery expansion.”


“Having celebrated its milestone 30th anniversary last year, Levain Bakery now introduces its legendary handcrafted cookies, breads, pastries and neighborhood bakery experience to a new community of fans. Located within Fashion Island, Orange County's premier shopping and culinary destination, the bakery joins Fashion Island's collection of premier retailers and restaurants.”

“Guests visiting the Newport Beach bakery will find Levain's full assortment of freshly baked favorites, including its signature cookies, artisan breads, savory sandwiches, muffins, and pastries. The new location also features Levain’s full barista service, offering cappuccinos, cold-foam drinks, matcha and lattes, including a viral Cookie Milk Latte. The Orange County opening now takes the brand to 20 bakery locations from coast to coast, joining bakeries in New York, Washington, D.C., Bethesda, Boston, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia.”

Newly published is Pam & Connie’s book - Levain Bakery: A Story of Friendship, Community, and Cookies - which is a collection of stories and personal accounts of how Levain Bakery grew into the beloved success it is today. They have an author event at Fashion Island, Newport Beach on November 11th.

Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald again put down their wire whisks and continue with us.