“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)
Local Love Take Out Special: Pot Pie’s to-go are served in baby Le Creuset pots nonetheless. Patrons are allowed to take these culinary vessel kings home as long as they return their “mini” pot on their next visit to the restaurant. Doesn’t get more family than that…..I barely part with my tupperware. Let alone “mini” Le Creusets! Oooh la la….
Libations: Nice local wines by the glass
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7am – 8pm Friday-Saturday: 7am-9pm, Sundays: 7am-8pm (menus rotate)
Local Love Take Out Special: Pot Pie’s to-go are served in baby Le Creuset pots nonetheless. Patrons are allowed to take these culinary vessel kings home as long as they return their “mini” pot on their next visit to the restaurant. Doesn’t get more family than that…..I barely part with my tupperware. Let alone “mini” Le Creusets! Oooh la la….
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