• Costco discontinues sales of its popular sheet cakes

    Costco discontinues sales of its popular sheet cakes

    Ain’t that some sheet. Costco, the Washington-based wholesale retail giant, has discontinued sales of its popular half sheet cakes — a sweet staple of large parties. The beloved treats, which can serve up to 48 sweet-toothed mouths for less than $20, are not being sold in any Costco location in the US, and there are …
  • Bakery chain Le Pain Quotidien files for bankruptcy

    Bakery chain Le Pain Quotidien files for bankruptcy

    The US arm of Le Pain Quotidien, an upscale bakery chain known for its chocolate-filled rolls, on Wednesday filed for bankruptcy protection, a victim of coronavirus lockdowns that have idled stores. The company, however, hopes to stave off liquidation via a $3 million sale to Aurify Brands LLC. The deal would allow for 35 of …
  • Magnolia Bakery to combat coronavirus with futuristic ‘cleanse portal’

    Magnolia Bakery to combat coronavirus with futuristic ‘cleanse portal’

    Who would’ve thought a cupcake could be so cutting edge? Baked goods enthusiasts looking to satisfy their sweet tooth amid the coronavirus pandemic can expect to catch some rays soon at Magnolia Bakery, which is installing futuristic-looking portals and purple-hued ceiling lights that will drench patrons and workers in potentially disease-destroying far-ultraviolet light. “Magnolia is …