Review: Ivy Bakery

Ivy Bakery
278 87th St (Off 3rd Ave)
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 833-1626












Items ordered:
Oatmeal raisin cookie
German chocolate cookie
2 Banana squares

Cost: About $9

Rating out of 5:




I didn't get to Ivy Bakery in time to see the Cupcake Eating Contest, but I did get to buy some baked goods!


I'm not a fan of raisins. Actually, most of the time I hate raisins, and this cookie was chock full of um. The cookie itself had a great taste though, with a hint of spice and a gingerbread-like taste. I'd give the cookie itself 3 1/2 cakes out of 5, but with the raisins I could only eat a few bites.








German chocolate anything seems like a pretty gross combination. Chocolate and pecans go great together, but the addition of coconut never seemed to fit. The cookie isn't as crisp as it looks, I ate the edges. I want to say this tasted slightly (very, very slightly) of mint, but I don't quite trust my taste buds.
I think I'm done trying German chocolate baked goods :P





This square is very similar to the apple square Ivy Bakery makes, only with bananas. So, its amazingly delicious! Super moist, packed with brown sugar and cinnamon. I could eat these things all freakin day. This item alone gets a 5 out of 5.









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Ivy Bakery Cupcake Eating Contest

I attempted to get out to Ivy Bakery's Cupcake Eating Contest. I really did. But the hour and a half commute turned into a two hour and a half commute, and by the time I got there the event was way over and the crowd had completely dispersed. Which was fine, I made the best of it, and got to visit another bakery not far from Ivy's (reviews for both bakeries coming within the week). I also got to explore the absolutely beautiful neighborhood of Bay Ridge (its not easy for me to fall in love with a neighborhood, but when it happens it hits like a ton of bricks). I even stumbled on a couple of garage sales and scored some cute shot glasses and coasters.

Anyway, here is some actual coverage of the event from Cupcakes Take the Cake.

And sorry for taking the entire last week off. I'm back now, and re-immersing myself into sugar culture ;)

Here are some pictures of beautiful Bay Ridge Brooklyn.

Ivy Bakery Cupcake Eating Contest

Original photo can be found here.













What: 3rd Anniversary & 2nd Annual Cupcake Eating Contest

When: Saturday, April 24th. 11AM-5PM; contest starts at 2PM

Where: Ivy Bakery
Street:
278 87th St. (Off 3rd)
Brooklyn, NY

Cost: Free to attend, raffle tickets and entry into the contest cost extra (email Daniellan at mail@ivybakery.com to enter the contest)

From the Facebook event page:
There will be Face Painting with Allison Parker, Sweet Samplings, Raffles, Goodie Bags, and what we’re all waiting for, the 2nd Annual Cupcake Eating Contest. This year it’s going to be bigger and better with 10 contestants competing to finish 2 dozen cupcakes in 12 minutes.

It’s also going to be a great day to fight hunger as Cupcake Participants will be donating half of their entry fee to The Food Bank for New York City. Raffle collections and a portion of proceeds from sales will also be going to the Food Bank.

CUPCAKE EATING CONTEST @ 2PM
MC: Larry Valenza
Award Presenter: Nancy Cummings (2009 Winner)
Judge: Nichelle Stephens of Cupcakes Take The Cake
Cash Prize, Bragging Rights, & Gift Certificate to Ivy Bakery!

RAFFLE benefiting The Food Bank for New York City
$1 each or $5 for 6.
Prizes have been generously donated by local businesses and sponsors. All funds collected from the raffle will be donated to The Food Bank for New York City. Winners will be notified via e-mail.

RAFFLE PRIZES
(Can't attend the event? You can still purchase a raffle ticket, just drop by the shop.)
1. Martha Stewart's CUPCAKES Book (2 Winners) from Ivy Bakery
2. Bikram Yoga Bay Ridge T-Shirt & 1 Month Unlimited Yoga
3. Bay Ridge Food Co-Op Tote Bag
4. Chef With Sole Gift Certificate Value $25
5. Bay Ridge Bicycle World Gift Certificate Value $25
6. Handmade 'Kyoko' Earrings by Andrea (Down-To-The-Wire) Value $65
7. 1-Hr Massage with Erika Zuber LMT

**** If you're a REGISTERED Cupcake Contestant and or part of the event crew please arrive no later than 1PM for PRESS & PHOTOS**** ****

If you're a VOLUNTEER, please arrive at 10AM for Setup, Photos, & My Mom's Home Cookin' Mmmm!****

Ivy Bakery Lockdown VII

What: Ivy Bakery Lockdown VII

When: Saturday, April 10th. 8PM-12AM

Where: Ivy Bakery
278 87th St (Off 3rd)
Brooklyn, NY

Cost: $25 ($5 off if you bring a friend!) Cash only.

All you can eat pastries, plus board games, free pizza and lots of good company!

Ivy Bakery Lockdown V Coverage

Ivy Bakery
278 87th St. (Between 3rd & Ridge Blvd)
Brooklyn, NY 11209








So I showed up about an hour late, there really is no "quick" way to get to Brooklyn from some deep parts of Queens. No big, everyone was super friendly and I was soon munching away on some delicious baked goods.

The first thing I tried (recommended to me by founder and baker Daniellan Louie) was my favorite: the apple bar. Holy. Fuck. Eating it is an experience. The sqaure piece of cake is so moist that each bite practically melts in your mouth. You put apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon together and you'll usually get something yummy, but this is a perfectly executed piece of extascy. I was too busy enjoying it to take a photo, sorry!

I also had one and half blueberry muffins, and I probably could have taken home a dozen. Delicious! Their not huge or heavy, and have these slightly crispy tops with pockets of cinnamon. They were super fresh (as was everything).





























I asked Daniellan what kind of frosting she put on her red velvet cupcakes, and I was pleased to find that she offers a choice between vanilla and cream cheese! I don't think I've ever been to a bakery that does that, and I was very greateful, because I hate being the red velvet snob that refuses a cream cheese topped cupcake.

As good as the pastries were, the company was just as awesome. I got to play one of the most engaging and suspenseful games of Jenga ever. Unfortunately I managed to forget everyone's name by the time I got home! If any of you guys are reading this I had a blast.

Add Ivy Bakery on Facebook or follow them on Twitter. That way you'll be the first to hear about the next Lockdown!

Here's some food porn:


I'm pretty sure these were called buckeye's. Peanut butter half dipped in a thin layer of chocolate.











A terrible shot of an oreo cupcake.













Strawberry muffins.













I'm pretty sure these were smore's cookies.













I'm not sure what kind of cookies these are but they look delicious!











Pumpkin cookie (a new item!).













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Ivy Bakery Lockdown V

What: Bakery Lockdown: All the sweets you can eat (plus pizza & board games!) for a very reasonable price!

When: Saturday, February 27th, 8PM-Midnight

Where: Ivy Bakery
278 87th St (Off 3rd)
Brooklyn, NY

Cost: $25 Bring a friend and get $5 off admission!

RSVP on Facebook. BYOB/Wine/Soda/Milk

Bakery Lockdown IV at Ivy Bakery

What: Bakery Lockdown IV

When: Saturday January 9th, 8pm

Where: Ivy Bakery
278 87th St (Off 3rd Ave)
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 833-1626

Cost: $25, $5 off if you bring a friend

All you can eat sweets for 25 bucks! BYOB, sweatpants encouraged.

You can follow Ivy Bakery on Twitter to keep up with their events!