Nothing Bundt Cakes sets opening date. A new Kennewick cafe officially opens
One of the most popular cake makers in the country is finally opening a Tri-Cities location.
Sisters-in-law Julie Dawes and Julie Zirker are set to open a Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise in Richland. The location is the first in the Tri-Cities and one of only eight in Washington. The company has more than 400 locations nationwide.
Dawes said they wanted to give back and spread a little joy after the turmoil of the last few years.
“People have had a rough couple of years, and we know Tri-Cities loves their sweets and their treats,” she said. “The way to their hearts is through their stomach.”
Nothing Bundt Cakes is set to have a soft opening this Saturday, and be open for regular business hours on Monday, June 27, in the 110 Gage shopping center at 110 Gage Blvd. Ste. 200.
Tri-Citians might recognize it as the old Mezzo Thai location. Mezzo Thai reopened as Soi 705 at 705 The Parkway in Richland.
Nothing Bundt Cakes offers 10 flavors of bundt cakes in a variety of sizes, with a gluten free option and a rotating seasonal flavor. They also sell small gifts and party supplies.
“It’s just cake. We do one thing and we do it well,” Dawes said. “We don’t mess around with trying to add other things that take away from the core products that started back in a grandma’s kitchen in the 90s.”
They’ll also be hosting a grand opening event July 21-23, with proceeds going to a local charity. They’re in the process of finding a nonprofit partner for that event.
“The franchise is really about joy, about giving back to the community and about lifting and brightening,” Dawes said. “That really resonated with us.”
They’ve got about 20 employees at the bakery, and will be offering delivery around the beginning of August. Zirker said she’s excited to begin sharing their joy with the community.
“I have a baker’s heart. We love Nothing Bundt Cakes and what it represents — bringing joy and happiness,” Zirker said. “We are very excited. We are both from here and grew up here. We’re raising our families here, and this is our way to give back.”
They’ll be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Customers can walk in and order, or plan ahead online.
The cakes come in several sizes, ranging from cupcake sized bundtinis to miniature bundt cakes, 8-inch and 10-inch cakes and even tiered bundt cakes.
The current seasonal flavor is Key Lime. Regular flavors include red velvet, chocolate chocolate chip, white chocolate raspberry, strawberries and cream and more. The gluten free flavor is chocolate chip.
Cafe Magnolia
A popular Tri-Cities caterer’s new cafe is officially open. Cafe Magnolia celebrated its grand opening over the weekend in the Cynergy Centre, at 4309 W 27th Place.
The cafe is the latest labor of love from Nena Cosic, of European Desserts by Nena. The cafe features her signature European baked goods and treats, sandwiches and European coffee experiences. Customers can also order charcuterie trays at the cafe.
The cafe is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cosic is also still offering catering services through European Desserts.
Kindred spirits
Sometimes you’re just craving the flavor of a cocktail without the buzz. Kindred Spirits has you covered.
Located in the Public Market at Columbia River Warehouse, Kindred Spirit offers non-alcoholic beer and wine as well as substitutes for spirits.
They offer substitutes for vodka, tequila, gin, whiskey and more.
You can also order online. They offer free shipping on orders over $65 and delivery within the Tri-Cities for $8, according to their webstore.
Public Market vendors
The Public Market at Columbia River Warehouse is now open weekly from Thursday through Sunday. Here are some of the food vendors currently open at the market.
The market is at 10 E. Bruneau Ave. in Kennewick. Parking is at the corner of Beech Street and Bruneau.
- Aub’s Bananza Bread — A gourmet banana bread vendor with flavors ranging from the traditional to pumpkin pie, oreo and more.
- Pasta Mama’s — Grace Kitchen is selling their handmade pasta, sauces, spices and more.
- Sam’s Funnel Cakes — Gourmet funnel cakes in a variety of flavors.
- Butter and Chocolate — Homemade cookeis with flavors including Doodlesnick (cinamon and sugar), chocolate chip, The Trooper (butterscotch and chocolate chips) and more.
- Bombshell Sweets — A gourmet cotton candy vendor. Flavors include strawberry cheesecake, sugar cookie, pucker melon and more.
- How Sweet It Is Tri-Cities — A specialty candy shop with hard to find sweet treats from around the world, as well as fun pop culture memorabilia.
