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I used to work at AJ's Fine Foods years ago, and I knew that AJ's got some of their items from Barb's (petit fours, the large designed cookies with icing usually in the shape of flowers, smiley faces etc., and a few of the small cakes) that AJ's gladly sold at their location without stating outright that they are from Barb's and of course upping the price a heft 200%. Don't get me wrong, I do love me some of what AJ's makes, but I still think it's wrong to buy a product from a company and market it as your own with such a large up-charge.
Anyway, I started going to Barb's 2 years ago to check out the other products they offer since I moved into the area. One major attribute about a great, local business is that they are consistent. They have amazing items, including a champagne petit four, mini cheesecakes, and cronuts, all of which were not offered at AJ's, and that have been the same mouth-watering product every time I get one. At least once a month, you'll spot me buying a dozen donuts on a Friday for the office. They're super fresh because Barbs makes them fresh every morning, they're scrumptious, and they're about $7 a dozen which is competitive to Safeway, Fry's, and Krispy Kreme donuts. Please get your donuts here. You won't be disappointed.
Additionally, the staff there are friendly and remember who you are. I love a great family-owned business that knows what good customer services is but that also makes great products. They recognize me now, which is probably not a good thing for me but a great reflection of their customer service and how loyal their customers are, so I feel welcomed when I arrive. I'll keep going back to Barb's as long as they have food for sale!
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