“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.”
"We have always felt that Levain brings people together, and our LA Bakeries have shown us that Southern California agrees,” commented co-founders and best friends Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald. “Levain in Newport Beach feels like the next natural step and can't wait to open our doors at Fashion Island."
“Founded in New York City in 1995 by Weekes and McDonald, whose delicious breads and baked goods that immediately resonated with the neighborhood, drawing anticipation for their daily offerings. When the two decided to quietly start selling cookies, they flew out the door and an icon was born.”
“Today, Levain's crispy-on-the-outside-gooey-on-the-inside cookies have become a cultural phenomenon, drawing devoted fans from around the world while staying true to the bakery's humble beginnings. Remaining true to its neighborhood bakery origins, Levain continues the tradition of crafting its signature breads, pastries and six-ounce cookies by hand each day, using the same high-quality ingredients that defined its beginnings.”
“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.” Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald put down their dough scoops and join us.
