“My Grandmother, Viola was the heart and soul of my family. I’ve always known that I wanted to share her love for food with others. I am so thankful to be able to share my Grandmother’s love for food and cooking with you.”
–Jennifer McMurray
–Jennifer McMurray
Give me a reason to love you, and there are many. A sweet little spot. Where gourmet meets simplicity. And where the dynamic “mother and daughter” duo’s hospitality makes you feel right at home. That is what Viola Pastry Boutique & Cafe means to me.
During the weekly grind, I occasionally indulge in a “petit plaisir” every so often to lift my spirits before the afternoon rush. Today I was gravitating towards a spot that was only minutes away, and preferably a little “frenchy.”
After finishing up a mid-morning meeting, I passed through an alcove that had an eye-catching pink european-style sign simply stating: Viola Pastry & Cafe. Curious, I gravitated to the window to peek inside. As I peered through the window my eyes were met with the glow of colorful Le Creuset pots adorning a kitchen stove, sparkly girly chandeliers, rustic hard wood tables and chairs with indoor/outdoor bistro seating. Seemed right up my alley, so I decided to step in and give it a try.
During the weekly grind, I occasionally indulge in a “petit plaisir” every so often to lift my spirits before the afternoon rush. Today I was gravitating towards a spot that was only minutes away, and preferably a little “frenchy.”
After finishing up a mid-morning meeting, I passed through an alcove that had an eye-catching pink european-style sign simply stating: Viola Pastry & Cafe. Curious, I gravitated to the window to peek inside. As I peered through the window my eyes were met with the glow of colorful Le Creuset pots adorning a kitchen stove, sparkly girly chandeliers, rustic hard wood tables and chairs with indoor/outdoor bistro seating. Seemed right up my alley, so I decided to step in and give it a try.
As I entered the cafe, I was immediately torn between the exquisite pastries and perfectly foamed lattes pumping out of the kitchen, or the more savory fare of the simple yet elegant lunch menu. I decided to go the latter and I was very happy.
P R O F I L E:
Open: 6+ months
Chef: Jennifer McMurray
Story: Multi-generational Sonoma County family, trained at the St. Helena CIA Institute Pastry. Worked for Wolfgang Puck Las Vegas and Petaluma’s renowned Della Fattoria.
Libations: Nice local wines by the glass
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7am – 8pm Friday-Saturday: 7am-9pm, Sundays: 7am-8pm (menus rotate)
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Libations: Nice local wines by the glass
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7am – 8pm Friday-Saturday: 7am-9pm, Sundays: 7am-8pm (menus rotate)
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