. . . "I went here for the first time on Tuesday as a part of a book discussion group. The book we're reading is called The Go Giver by Bob Burg.\n\nI didn't order any food because I arrived to the meeting at the last minute. The food that my companions ordered looked really tasty and they confirmed it as such. Next week, I'll get breakfast.\n\nThe owner brought us some samples (full-size slices) of cake and cheesecake to try. The cheesecake was amazing! Now, maybe you're thinking that \"everyone likes cheesecake, so big deal?\" \n\nWell, as it happens, I don't really like cheesecake. It seems like a very dense and unsophisticated dessert to me. I'd rather have something like Tiramisu or Creme Brulee. This cheesecake had a lightness to it that could only come from someone that has been baking for years. Really exceptional bakers KNOW exactly the moment they've stirred enough for the texture of a bread, cake or pastry to be perfect. This cheesecake had that exceptional quality to it.\n\nMore than the food though, EarlyBaker set itself apart from most everywhere I visit in this valley, having a joyful and upbeat owner. He really exemplifies the spirit of the book that we're reading. He loves people and it shows and I genuinely appreciate that!\n\nAs for the naysayers about this business, I'd say that if they had a complaint or grievance about the quality or value of the food the owner would have loved to hear from them directly. I know he would take the time to listen and make the situation more positive for them.\n\nHighly recommended.\n\nSome music for atmosphere would be nice though.\n\nNext time I'll add photos. I didn't think I'd like the cheesecake, so I ate it before I took a picture. D'oh! :-D"^^ . "0"^^ . "2"^^ . "2017-10-19T00:00:00"^^ . "5"^^ . "1"^^ .