THE FUTURE LOOKS DELICIOUS...

I'm really excited about some of the upcoming things we'll be doing at Bonni Bakes. For HALLOWEEN we've got cookie goodie bags with 3 adorable hand decorated little gingerbread bats, pumpkins & ghosts...only $1.50. Or a larger Mummy Cookie for just $1. Muffin wants me to remind you that there are also DOGGIE TREAT BAGS but he won't be getting one unless he walks nicely while wearing his costume for trick-or-treating.

Now that I've had a chance to regain my equilibrium, we've planned some wonderful special dinners. My friend Scott Duncan is a man of many talents. He operates Duncan's Kitchens, where he spends his days as a kitchen designer. In his spare time he started Get Together Gourmets, a monthly cooking club, (www.gettogethergourmets.com). I've been on the tasting end of his culinary pursuits for about 2 years and have tried to entice him into doing Dinner At Bonni Bakes. At last I wore him down and he'll be cooking an Autumn Harvest Dinner on Sat Nov 14th. Reserve early because there's only one seating and numbers are limited.

SCOTT DUNCAN'S AUTUMN HARVEST DINNER

$20 per Person (plus tax & tip)

Saturday, Nov 14, 2009 6:30pm Seating

Reservations Required

You are welcome to bring your favorite vintage to enjoy at your table with no corkage charge.

Starter
HARVEST SALAD
Hearty greens with aged cheddar, crisp orchard fruit, and candied walnuts in a honey cider
vinaigrette.

Entree
HERB CRUSTED PORK LOIN
Succulent Pork, roasted to perfection, served atop a bed of white and wild rice, and kissed with a pomegranate sauce.
Served with a gratin
of winter vegetables.

Dessert
PUMPKIN BREAD PUDDING
Silky and warm, this decadent offering is served in a pool of homemade caramel sauce and dotted with sweetened
whipped cream.

Coffee or Tea

Call Bonni to reserve 941.746.6647

Sat Dec 5th Rick Kerby is cooking up a fund raising dinner to help pay operating expenses for The Manatee Players. For $50/pp you'll enjoy his extensive gourmet meal of Hors D'Oeuvres, Dinner and Dessert. Two seatings, 6 & 8pm. His last dinner sold out very quickly. For reservations & more details call Leona at 748.0111.

Not to be overshadowed by the foregoing, Scott & I team up to produce a memorable MOROCCAN DINNER on Sat Dec 12th. Details available soon.

If you're like me and not planning on spending Thanksgiving with family this year, join us for BONNI BAKES' COMMUNAL POT LUCK THANKSGIVING DINNER. No money involved just bring part of the meal to share with others. Call me at 746.6647 to sign up and tell me what you're bringing. I'll make the turkey.

Don't forget to turn your clock back an hour Sat night when daylight saving time changes. I personally haven't noticed much change in the seasons so it's still time for refreshing icy cold soup and the crunch of a homemade NYC bagel. Here's this week's menu.

Hugs from the kitchen,
Bonni

Bonni’s NYC BAGEL LUNCH

Thur, Fri & Sat Oct 29 - 31 Served from 11-2

COLD BLOODY MARY VODKA SOUP
It’s Summer all over again. Chill out wit a soup that has all of the familiar flavors of your favorite cocktail. Served straight up with crunchy Breadstix $4

HOMEMADE BAGEL (SESAME, POPPY OR ONION) (V)
Bagel with a shmear, tomato & red onion $4
Bagel Platter with Nova, tomato, red onion & Zabar’s Scallion Cream Cheese $7.50

SES SALINAS SALAD (V)
Mixed greens, cukes, tomato, red onion, Spanish olives, Feta cheese and grated Parmesan. Served with Bonni’s Honey Dijon Vinaigrette $4 Add Chicken $2

PICK TWO Bowl of Soup, House Salad OR A Stromboli* $7.50
*Florentine Stromboli w/spinach & tomato) (V) or Roasted Veggie Stromboli w/Feta (V)

HANDMADE 8” THIN-CRUST PIZZA (vegan available on request)
Naked Cheese - mozzarella, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano (V) $6
New York - mozzarella, pepperoni, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano $6
Mahon - mozzarella, spinach, tomato, red onion, red sauce, oregano (V) $7
Margherita - mozzarella, red sauce, tomato, Parmesan, basil, olive oil (V) $7
Chinese Chicken - hoisin, garlic, chicken, broccoli, mozzarella, scallions $7
(V) = Vegetarian

DESSERT
Real NY Rugelach 2 for $1.50
Large Crunchy Cookie (assorted flavors) $1.25
Chocolate Orgasm Cookies (pkg of 4) $4.50
Chunky Muffin $1.75

DRINKS
Bottled Spring Water $1
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper $1
Brewed Raspberry Iced Tea or Hot Tea (assorted bags) $1.50
Our House Blend of Half-Caff/Half-DeCaff Flavored Coffee $1.50

EVERYTHING MADE ON-SITE VEGETARIAN OPTIONS

We don't take credit or debit cards

LUNCH SERVED THUR-SAT 11-2

A WEEK IN THE PINK FILLED WITH HOPE

NOTE NEW HOURS
OPEN THUR, FRI & SAT FOR LUNCH 11 - 2pm

THE OCT 24 MEZE DINNER HAS BEEN CANCELLED

DOGGIE DINING ON THE PATIO
This is Muffin right after he finished taste-testing the items on "MUFFIN'S MENU". Only his very favorite snacks made the cut. There is BEEF STEW (in small & medium portions), CHEDDAR CHICKEN CROQUETTES, BEEF/CHICKEN/CARROT WONTONS IN BROTH and LONG SIMMERED MARROW BONES. 100% of the profits from his menu will be donated to local dog rescue groups. Starting in November we'll be highlighting one each month. More details next time. Let your leashed dog keep you company during lunch on our patio. Free water bowl always available and ordering from "Muffin's Menu" is optional. We even have a new DOGGIE BOUTIQUE inside filled with homemade cookies and other special things for you & your furry friend.

Thanks to every one who participated in/and or supported our "ARTSY UNDIES SHOW", we raised $732 that was donated to the American Cancer Society as part of "MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER".Our exhibit of 51 decorated bras on a mission can be seen until the end of the month at BONNI BAKES in the Village of the Arts at 930 12th St W (just south of MLK/9th Ave) Thur-Sat from 11-2. To arrange a private showing call me at 746-6647.

The 3 mile walk around the Sarasota Polo Club is this Saturday, Oct 24th, beginning at 9am. If you'd like to walk with our team, "OINKING FOR A CURE", let me know. We're walking to honor breast cancer survivors, remember those we've lost and raise funds, awareness and hope that a cure for this disease will be found soon. I'm very grateful to everyone who helped make our effort so successful! Remember to do monthly self-exam, alone or with someone you love.

Starting in mid-November we'll be receiving our weekly share of fresh organic produce from Geraldson's Community Farm. This CSA is beginning it's 3rd year and you too can purchase a full or half-share for the season (Nov-May). Each week you get an assortment of what's in season (veggies & herbs) plus the ability to pick some extra things right off the plants at the farm in NW Bradenton. We'll be featuring a "Geraldson's Platter" on our menu using what's in our basket that week. For more information call Linda at 941-723-3252 or check out their website geraldsoncommunityfarm.org. If you care about where your food is coming from, how it's being grown & handled, this is for you. They also have a Buying Club where you can get locally produced meat, eggs, cheese, etc.

I went to the Pet Expo last weekend and met with volunteers from several local dog rescue groups. We'll be donating profits from "Muffin's Menu" to them. In addition, we'll be hosting a GOLD BUYING EVENT during the Dec ArtWalk, with 10% of the net sales GOING TO THE DOGS. Eat your heart out pussy cats! Start gathering up any gold you're thinking about selling and bring it that night for a FREE VERBAL APPRAISAL. Muffin & his friends thank you...woof, woof.

More exciting things in the works for the upcoming months, stay tuned. In the meantime, here's our menu for this week. Since I'm doing the "Strides" walk on Saturday we may open a tad later than 11am...thanks for your understanding.

Hugs from the kitchen,
Bonni

Bonni's NYC LOWER EAST SIDE LUNCH
Thurs, Fri & Sat Oct 22 - 24 Served from 11-2

MOM'S MUSHROOM, BARLEY & BEEF SOUP
My childhood was filled with Mom's legendary soups. Lean beef, pearl barley, French porcini & button mushrooms, dry red wine & veggies make a spectacular soup. Thanks Mom! Served with homemade bread. $4

MY FAVORITE BLINTZES (V)
Making blintzes is a Jewish tradition. I've been rolling bletlach (crepes) & filling them since I've been a kid. My favorite are cheese blintzes w/Blueberry Wine Sauce. Enjoy! $7.50

SES SALINAS SALAD (V)
Mixed greens, cukes, tomato, red onion, Spanish olives & Feta cheese served with Bonni's Honey Dijon Vinaigrette. $4
ADD CHICKEN $2

PICK TWO Bowl of Soup, House Salad OR a Stromboli* $7.50j
*choose either Florentine Stromboli w/spinach & tomato (V) or Roasted Veggie Stromboli w/Feta (V)

HANDMADE 8" THIN-CRUST PIZZA (vegan available on request)

THIS WEEK'S SPECIAL PIZZA -- SHEILA'S WHITE PIZZA
roasted garlic, carmelized onions, ricotta, mozzarella, spinach & Parmesan (V) $7

NAKED CHEESE - mozzarella, red sauce, Parmesan, oregano (V) $6

NEW YORK - mozzarella, pepperoni, red sauce, Parmesan, oregano $6

MAHON - mozzarella, spinach, tomato, red onion, red sauce, oregano (V) $6

MARGHERITA - mozzarella, red sauce, tomato, Parmesan, basil, olive oil (V) $7j

CHINESE CHICKEN - hoisin sauce, garlic, chicken, broccoli, mozzarella, scallions $7

(V) = Vegetarian

DESSERT

KEY LIME PIE SQUARE + FRESH WHIPPED CREAM $3
Large Crunchy Cookie (assorted flavors) $1.25
Chocolate Orgasm Cookies (pkg of 4) $4.50
Chunky Muffin $1.75

DRINKS
Bottled Spring Water $1
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper $1
Browed Raspberry Iced Tea or Hot Tea (assorted bags) $1.50

EVERYTHING MADE ON SITE

VEGETARIAN OPTIONS ALWAYS AVAILABLE

We don't take credit or debit cards

LUNCH SERVED THUR - SAT 11-2

BONNI BAKES EDIBLE ART
in the Village of the Arts
930 12th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34205

(941) 746-6647

bonnibakes@gmail.com

CHANGING GEARS WITHOUT A CLUTCH

NOTE NEW HOURS: OPEN THUR, FRI & SAT FOR LUNCH
served 11 - 2

THE OCT 24 MEZE DINNER HAS BEEN CANCELLED

This past week I've been filled with an incredibly wide range of emotions. I'm still not sure I've found my land legs now that the roller coaster ride appears to be over. I was very touched by your outpouring of love & compassion regarding the loss of my cousin Krista last week. It's still hard for me to accept that she's gone but the warmth of friends blunts some of the raw feelings. Thank you, you've helped me!!

The profusion of media attention paid to our breast cancer awareness fundraising show, "ARTSY UNDIES" continues to amaze me. Using the Andy Warhol Scale ("every person has 15 minutes of fame") I think I scored 6 Andys & have used up my lifetime quota. People have reported reading about it in the Bradenton Herald, Sarasota Herald Tribune, West Coast Woman and other publications, including a national one. Michelle Rieg's piece on our local ABC tv affiliate, Channel 7, ran at 5pm, 6pm, 11pm, 2:30am and even 7am the next day again. Erica Newport's write-up on www.bradentontimes.com positioned it in the context of an ArtWalk and included interviews with some of the artists and great photos.

I'm grateful for all of the publicity because the purpose of the show is to encourage people to get a yearly mammogram and see a doctor if they find something suspicious. I'm a 12 year BC survivor and my cancer was found during a routine mammogram. There is a program that can help some women who don't have health insurance & can't afford testing. For information call the Manatee Health Dept at 941-748-0747 and ask for Jan or Kathy. Discovering BC in its earliest stages usually results in a better outcome. Ironically, one of the participating artists in our show was diagnosed with BC only two days after dropping off her entry. She has already had surgery and is recuperating before further treatment, knowing that she has the loving support of all of us. If you haven't experienced being in the midst of 51 uniquely decorated bras on a mission, they will be on display at Bonni Bakes for the rest of the month.

I got home from my cousin Krista's funeral close to midnight last Sunday and dragged my ass for days trying to recover emotionally & from sleep deprivation. I was blindsided at 3pm Thursday when Stephanie announced she just decided not to work here any longer, effective immediately. Stunned, numbed doesn't even approach my reaction. So I apologize to those of you who had reservations for the Meze Dinner on Oct 24, now cancelled. I'm sorry that her announcement came after the Village of Arts' ArtWalk magazine covering the next two months had just been printed, making the information in both my listing & ad inaccurate.

You can probably guess that my ultimate reaction (a few hours of sleep helps amazingly!) was one of re-direction. I believe you should never get sucked into looking back (Lot's wife had that real salty reaction) but instead embrace the future and all of its possibilities. With little opportunity for long-range planning, for now I've decided to cook lunch on Thur, Fri & Sat from 11-2, basically preparing a menu of those great NYC favorites like thin-crust pizza, fresh salads, home made soup, fresh baked bread & yummy desserts. Can fresh bagels be far behind?

In addition, the DOGGIE DINING EXPERIENCE will be available at lunch each day. In conjunction with the 12 year old Beardie/mix I live with, Spats McMuffin Brown (known lovingly as Muffin), we've cooked/tested/tasted/agreed upon the items featured on "MUFFIN"S MENU" for doggies dining with their people. Everything is made from fresh, natural, people quality ingredients. Starting in November we'll be partnering with a local dog rescue group each month and donating 100% of the profits from MUFFIN'S MENU to them. You can bring your dog with you for lunch but you have to eat outside on the patio. Oh, there are a few more City of Bradenton rules, but polite dogs on leashes shouldn't have a problem. Free water bowls are always available. Ordering from Muffin's Menu is strictly optional. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Hugs from the kitchen,
Bonni


Bonni’s NYC LUNCH Thur, Fri & Sat Oct 15-17 Served from 11-2

CREAMY ROASTED RED PEPPER SOUP
The vermillion color will brighten your day but the complex flavors of the vegetables will make you smile. Served with homemade bread $4

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD
Sandwich on my 100% whole wheat yogurt bread served with chips & deli cole slaw $6

OR

Platter with organic mixed greens + salad veggies, fresh fruit & mini muffins $7.50

SES SALINAS SALAD (V)
Organic greens, cukes, tomato, red onion, Spanish olives & Feta cheese served with Bonni’s Honey Dijon Vinaigrette $4 Add Chicken $2

PICK TWO Bowl of Soup, House Salad OR A Stromboli* $7.50
*choose Florentine w/spinach & tomato) (V) or Roasted Veggies w/Feta (V)

HANDMADE 8” THIN-CRUST PIZZA (vegan available on request)
NAKED CHEESE - mozzarella, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano (V) $6
NEW YORK - mozzarella, pepperoni, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano(V) $6
MAHON - mozzarella, spinach, tomato, red onion, red sauce, oregano (V) $7
MARGHERITA - mozzarella, red sauce, tomato, Parmesan, basil, olive oil (V) $7
CHINESE CHICKEN - hoisin, garlic, chicken, broccoli, mozzarella, scallions $7

(V) = Vegetarian

DESSERT
REAL NYC Rugelach
Large Crunchy Cookie (assorted flavors) $1.25
Chocolate Orgasm Cookies (pkg of 4) $4.50
Chunky Muffin $1.75

DRINKS
Mango Lassi the Indian “smoothie” made with organic mango & homemade preservative-free yogurt $3
With organic protein powder $4.50

Bottled Spring Water $1
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper $1
Brewed Raspberry Iced Tea or Hot Tea (assorted bags) $1.50
House Blend of Half-Caff/Half-DeCaff Flavored Coffee $1.50

Bread & Dessert baked on-site Vegetarian Options

We don't take credit or debit cards

Lunch served THUR-SAT 11AM - 2PM

To join our emailing list and receive a weekly menu update, send a request to bonnibakes@gmail.com.

BONNI BAKES
in the Village of the Arts
930 12 ST W (just south of 9th Ave/MLK)
BRADENTON, FL 34205
(941) 746-6647 bonnibakes@gmail.com

DOGGIE DINING ON THE FRONT PATIO

Let your leashed dog keep you company during lunch on our patio. Free water always available. Check out "Muffin's Menu" of homemade doggie entrees including Beef Stew, Chicken Cheddar Croquette, Beef/Chicken Wontons in Beef Stock and Long Simmered Marrow Bones. We even have a new DOGGIE BOUTIQUE inside filled with homemade cookies and other special things for you & your furry friend.

NOW SHOWING IN THE GALLERY AT BONNI BAKES

"Artsy Undies"a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer art show.
See 50+ uniquely decorated bras & panties dedicated to finding a cure for Breast Cancer.

Free & open Thurs-Sat 11-2 through month of OCTOBER

A SAD FAREWELL...

I just came back from a funeral in NJ for my close cousin Krista. We've been friends since childhood, lived together my last year of college and fulfilled the role of "sister" for each other. Earlier this year she sought medical care for a lump on her neck and was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer that also spread to her spine. During these last two weeks her life was in a downward spiral yet we weren't prepared when she suddenly died on Thursday. Krista never had an easy life but she exuded a radiant optimism that propelled her forward instead of allowing her to wallow in past pain. Problems were merely challenges to be overcome, and she always tackled them creatively & outside the box. When she needed to earn more money she took in female foreign exchange students, who also enriched the life of her 12 year old adopted daughter. She wanted to be a "mother" more than anything else. In 2000 I found myself accompanying her to China to pick up her daughter, since her husband couldn't go. Some of the families we met during those three weeks became her extended family and they were also there mourning at her grave. A co-worker from Bloomingdales shared, through her tears, how Krista's friendship & support helped her move her life forward despite an awful childhood. Another friend remembered their initial meeting at the off-Broadway theatre group La Mama and the 30+ year friendship that followed. A neighbor originally from Ecuador spoke of the bonding & closeness that made them ultimately embrace each other as "sister". And then there was the woman standing next to me who said she “had to sing”. And in time, sing she did...as only Krista's very longtime friend Roberta Flack could. Her song brought most of us to tears. Krista seemed to have lived many lives and yet she found a way to remain friends with the eclectic cast she met along the way. At her funeral we all met and heard each other’s stories for the first time. Theatrical to the end, this finale wove together all the strands of her life. Krista, I’ll miss hearing your voice and sharing your friendship, energy, laughter, honesty, love and compassion. Oh no, I’m not ready to say “good-bye”, it’s way too soon. Take a minute to call that person you’ve been thinking about; surprise someone you love; give them a flower; make them laugh; tell them how you feel. Every day is a gift. You could even take them out to lunch...look what’s cooking at Bonni Bakes this week. Hugs from the kitchen, Bonni ============================== STEPH’s DOWN HOME SOUTHERN LUNCH Served Tues 10/6 -- Thur 10/8 from 11-2 Alabama Pulled Pork Sandwich Pork picnic slow simmered with apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, red and black pepper, chili powder and garlic; on a pair of home made biscuits and topped with white barbecue sauce.$5 Shrimp n Grits Shrimp sautéed with mushrooms, green onions, garlic, a touch of lemon and hint of hot sauce spooned over very cheesy grits sprinkled with crumbled bacon.$6 Chicken Pot Pie with Rosemary Chicken breast stewed up with garlic, celery, carrots, green beans, tiny pearl onions, rosemary, chicken gravy baked with a flakey pie crust on top.$5 Frogmore Stew Sausage, shrimp, Corn on the cob and little red potatoes oiled up with Old Bay Seasoning, served with down home cornbread. No frogs have been injured in the making of this dish.$6 Ham n Greens Pot Pie Ham, collard greens and black eyed peas baked into a pie with cornbread crust on top.$5 Sides: Country Apple Slaw Green, red cabbage, granny smith apple, cucumber, dried cherries, vinegar, honey, olive oil, roasted shelled pumpkin seeds make for a great balance of sweet, sour and salt.$3 Divine Macaroni n Cheese Sharp Cheddar cheese and elbow macaroni baked up into a melted, cheesy, make your mouth happy. $3 Down Home Cornbread $1.50 Alabama Biscuits $1.50 pair Take some home! Desserts: Red Velvet Cake $3.50 Sweet Potato Pie $2.50 Key Lime Pie $3 Drinks: Sweet or Unsweetened Ice Tea $1.50 Lemonade $1.50 Coke, Sprite, Diet Coke, Bottle Spring Water$1 Hot Coffee or Tea $1.50

========================================= Bonni’s NEW YORK CITY LUNCH Served Fri Oct 9 & Sat Oct 10 from 11-2 JULIA CHILD’S ICY COLD VICHYSSOISE SOUP(V) The perfect blend of leeks, potatoes & cream yields an unbelievably delicious soup that numbs the heat. Add my Breadstix and you’re bound to smile $4 QUICHE, SALAD & FRUIT PLATTER (V) A hearty slice of today’s homemade quiche: Lorraine w/Bacon & Gruyere OR Broccoli/Cheddar (V), surrounded by organic greens, red onion, cuke, tomato & sweet pepper plus fresh fruit & Rosemary Parmesan Breadstix $7.50 SES SALINAS SALAD (V) Organic greens, cukes, tomato, red onion, Spanish olives & Feta cheese served with Bonni’s Honey Dijon Vinaigrette $4 Add Chicken $2 PICK TWO Bowl of Soup, House Salad OR A Stromboli* $7.50 *choose Florentine w/spinach & tomato) (V) or Roasted Veggies w/Feta (V) HANDMADE 8” THIN-CRUST PIZZA (vegan available on request) Naked Cheese - mozzarella, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano (V) $6 New York - mozzarella, pepperoni, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano(V) $6 Mahon - mozzarella, spinach, tomato, red onion, red sauce, oregano (V) $7 Margherita - mozzarella, red sauce, tomato, Parmesan, basil, olive oil (V) $7 Chinese Chicken - hoisin, garlic, chicken, broccoli, mozzarella, scallions $7 (V) = Vegetarian DESSERT Chocolate Orgasm Mousse Pie $3.50 Large Crunchy Cookie (assorted flavors) $1.25 Chocolate Orgasm Cookies (pkg of 4) $4.50 Chunky Muffin $1.75 DRINKS Mango Lassi the Indian “smoothie” made with organic mango & homemade preservative-free yogurt $3 With organic protein powder $4.50 Bottled Spring Water $1 Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper $1 Brewed Raspberry Iced Tea or Hot Tea (assorted bags) $1.50 House Blend of Half-Caff/Half-DeCaff Flavored Coffee $1.50

DOGGIE DINING ON THE FRONT PATIO Let your leashed dog keep you company during lunch on our patio. Free water always available. "Muffin's Menu" of homemade doggie entrees offered on Friday & Saturday.

	Bread & Dessert baked on-site Always offering Vegetarian Options We don't take credit or debit cards Lunch served TUES-SAT 11AM-2PM All dinners by RESERVATION ONLY To join our emailing list and receive a weekly menu update, send a request to bonnibakes@gmail.com. BONNI BAKES in the Village of the Arts 930 12 ST W (just south of 9th Ave/MLK) BRADENTON, FL 34205 (941) 746-6647 bonnibakes@gmail.combonnibakes.blogspot.com

A THUMBNAIL OF WHAT'S GOING ON

The past week flew by and is merely a blur in retrospect. It was capped by a surprise party for 11 year old Ian & friends who learned to make/bake/decorate/eat the hockey stick cake & assorted pucks they created. Friday and Saturday people kept arriving to drop off their incredible entries for the "Artsy Undies" show. Norma floored us when she brought forth 14, count them, FOURTEEN bras from members of her own family. Look for a story about them coming up soon in the Bradenton Herald.

Karen Jennis and I (mostly Karen) spent the entire day yesterday "hanging" the show and finally stopped at 6:30pm, to be continued Wednesday. I'm honored and proud to be in the company of such caring people. This is something that you don't want to miss. The opening is this Friday during the October ArtWalk at Bonni Bakes, from 6-9:30pm. If you come early you'll have a chance to meet some of the artists. Their work will be on display for the entire month of October so stop in whenever we're open (Tues-Sat 11-2). We also have some of those delicious Ginger Kidz cookies, decorated in colorful bras & panties, for sale at just $2 each...with 100% of sales donated to the American Cancer Society. October is "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" so remember to check yours and your loved ones' frequently!

Doggie Dining begins on Friday Oct 2 at lunch. You can bring your well behaved dog on a leash and have them stay next to you at our outdoor patio tables. Check out the page of rules that will be posted. Free water bowls for the pooch, you've got to order off the menu. We're not ready to unveil "Muffin's Menu for Furry Friends" just yet...but it will be coming in the next few weeks.

Check out this week's menus and look forward to seeing you soon!

Hugs from the kitchen,
Bonni
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STEPH’s MIDDLE EAST LUNCH
Served Tues 9/29 -- Thur 10/1 from 11-2

Chick Pea Soup V a hearty soup of chick peas with lemon, parsley and onions, served with Farmer’s bread. $4

Couscous Salad V Tomato, red and green sweet peppers, greens beans, chickpeas, cucumbers, raisins, green olives and couscous mixed with a tahini, mint, lemon and extra virgin olive oil dressing.$4

Baba Ganough and Hummus: (Baba) eggplant roasted and pureed with tahini and garlic and cumin, (Hummus) pureed chick peas with garlic, lemon, olive oil and cumin; served with Pita triangles $5

Spinach pie V Fillo dough filled strudel style with spinach, onions, parsley, eggs, feta cheese baked to a golden brown. $4 add soup or couscous +$3.50

Kefta Kebab: Spiced lamb meatballs, tomato, pepper, onion, zucchini grilled, served with Tartour sauce in a Pita bread $5 add soup or couscous +$3.50

Falafel: V Spicy chickpea croquettes stuffed into handmade Pita bread with lettuce, tomato, and topped with Tartour sauce. $4 add soup or couscous +$3.50

Chicken Pita: Spicy yogurt marinated shredded chicken stuffed into handmade Pita bread with lettuce, tomato and topped with Tartour sauce. $5 add soup or couscous +$3.50

Greek Salad V Tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, capers, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese with my own Greek dressing; served with Farmer’s bread. $6

Luncheon Meze: Mini servings of Spinach Pie, Kefta Kebab, Pita Triangles with Yogurt Cheese topped with Olive Paste, Assorted Olives, Hummus, Baba Ganough and Middle Eastern pickles. $8.50

Farmer’s Bread V A rustic, crusty bread baked right here. Take some home! $3.50/loaf
V indicates vegetarian.

Desserts
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting $3.50
Double Chocolate Brownie $2
Baklava $2.00

Beverages:
Coffee or Hot Tea $1.50
Iced Tea, Iced Mint Tea $1.50
Orange Blossom Lemonade $1.50
Coke, Sprite, Diet Coke, Bottled Water $1.00

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Bonni’s NYC PIZZA LUNCH
Served Fri Oct 2 & Sat Oct 3 from 11-2

CLASSIC RED GAZPACHO (V)
The icy cold Spanish soup that blends ripe tomato, peppers, onions and cucumbers into a glass of Heaven on a hot day. $4

SES SALINAS SALAD (V)
Organic mixed greens, cukes, ripe tomato, thin red onion, Spanish olives & Feta cheese, served w/Bonni’s Honey Dijon Vinaigrette $4 Add Chicken $2

PICK TWO Bowl of Soup, House Salad OR A Stromboli* $7.50
*choose Florentine w/spinach & tomato) (V) or Roasted Veggies w/Feta (V)


HANDMADE 8” THIN-CRUST PIZZA (vegan available on request)

Naked Cheese - mozzarella, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano (V) $6
New York - mozzarella, pepperoni, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano $6
Mahon - mozzarella, spinach, tomato, red onion, red sauce, oregano (V) $7
Maragherita - mozzarella, red sauce, tomato, Parmesan, basil, olive oil (V) $7
Chinese Chicken - hoisin, garlic, chicken, broccoli, mozzarella, scallions $7
(V) = Vegetarian

DESSERT
Chocolate Orgasm Cookies (pkg of 4) $4.50
Brownie or Blondie $2
Large Crunchy Cookie (assorted flavors) $1.25
Chunky Muffin $1.75

DRINKS
Bottled Spring Water $1
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper $1
Brewed Raspberry Iced Tea or Hot Tea (assorted bags) $1.50
Our House Blend of Half-Caff/Half-DeCaff Flavored Coffee $1.50

A BIG TO DO ABOUT "TO-DO"

Have you ever noticed that a "to-do list" never gets shorter. In fact, I believe that items are added to it at a rate at least double what's being crossed off. Case in point, my current litany of assorted building repairs. They all seemed minor to me (what do I know) but some of them were very misleading. How could that little rotted spot in the door frame mask the need to replace the entire thing? Why does LG sell every individual ditsy part for their refrigerators until I need one? It took a week for the $18 part (they assured me was correct) to arrive. It wasn't right and now I'm told that LG only sells the ENTIRE replacement section at a mere $116.50. What's wrong with this picture? Where does the customer fit into the concept of "customer service"? Luckily for me, Howard (who once came just to lay the bamboo floor and stayed on for 7 months to finish building my TreeHouse) was the person running through my "to-do list". Nothing phases him as long as card carrying Republicans don't insist on talking politics. Two days later, and both sides of the paper sporting crossed-off items, we're done. You may not notice the improvements but I'm smiling a lot more. And yes, the last few minutes were spent hanging those pictures that have been leaning against the wall for the past two years! I hope there's a "Howard" in your life. If not, I'd be happy to pass his phone number on.

ATTENTION DOG OWNERS: The big news is that a few days ago Bonni Bakes became the FIRST business to receive a DOGGIE DINING PERMIT in the City of Bradenton. That means that you'll be able to bring your well-behaved, leashed dog with you when you enjoy lunch on the outdoor patio. We'll be launching everything very soon and I'll announce the opening date right here. Meanwhile, my dog Muffin and I are hard at work designing and tasting "Muffin's Menu". Homemade snacks with people quality ingredients (no kibble, dog food, junk, etc) and available if your furry friend wants to join you for lunch. Look for the return of "Muffin's Munchies" and that all time favorite "Cheese Babies". I want to partner with dog rescue groups to give them all the profits from anything ordered on "Muffin's Menu", plus a chance to publicize what they're doing and help find forever homes for adoptees. All of the dogs I've shared my life with have been adopted mixed breeds and many need homes, especially in these challenging economic times. If you know of a rescue group that you think would be interested please send me their contact information. Together we can have a good time and do some good work.

Well, I've worked up an appetite just thinking about all of this and our menus for the week are listed below. Don't forget there is an Ethiopian Dinner on Sat Sept 26th, reservations required. Entries in the "Artsy Undies" breast cancer fundraiser are coming in and you still have time to decorate a bra/panties, pay $15 to enter it (100% of that is donated to American Cancer Society), be feted at the private pre-opening artists' reception Oct 2 and then reclaim your entry in November so you can wear it proudly around your house! I look forward to seeing you soon...in or out of your entry.

Hugs from the kitchen,
Bonni
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Tues-Thurs Sept 15 - 17 STEPH'S DOWN HOME SOUTHERN LUNCH

Southern Chicken Salad Sandwich
Chicken, celery, onion in a seasoned mayonnaise spread on a pair of homemade biscuits. $4

Alabama Pulled Pork Sandwich
Pork tenderloin slow simmered with apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, red and black pepper, chili powder and garlic; on a pair of home made biscuits and topped with white barbecue sauce.$5

Shrimp n Grits
Shrimp sautéed with mushrooms, green onions, garlic, a touch of lemon and hint of hot sauce spooned over very cheesy grits sprinkled with crumbled bacon.$6

Chicken Pot Pie with Rosemary
Chicken breast stewed up with garlic, celery, carrots, green beans, tiny pearl onions, rosemary, chicken gravy baked with a flakey pie crust on top.$5

Frogmore Stew
Sausage, shrimp, Corn on the cob and little red potatoes oiled up with Old Bay Seasoning, served with down home cornbread. No frogs have been injured in the making of this dish.$6

Ham n Greens Pot Pie
Ham, collard greens and black eyed peas baked into a pie with cornbread crust on top.$5

Sides:
Country Apple Slaw Green, red cabbage, granny smith apple, cucumber, dried cherries, vinegar, honey, olive oil, roasted shelled pumpkin seeds make for a great balance of sweet, sour and salt.$3

Divine Macaroni n Cheese Sharp Cheddar cheese and elbow macaroni baked up into a melted, cheesy, make your mouth happy. $3

Down Home Cornbread $1.50
Alabama Biscuits $1.50 pair
Take some home!

Desserts:
Red Velvet Cake $3.50
Sweet Potato Pie $2.50
Key Lime Pie $3

Drinks:
Sweet or unsweetened ice tea $1.50
Lemonade $1.50
Coke, Sprite, Diet Coke, Bottle Spring Water$1
Hot Coffee or Tea $1.50
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Fri Sept 18 & Sat Sept 19 BONNI'S ASIAN NYC LUNCH

CHINATOWN WONTON SOUP
Gently simmered chicken, ginger & scallion produce a light Asian stock, perfect for floating crisp veggies in your bowl then paired with homemade crispy noodles. $4

RICE SUMMER ROLL PLATTER
Translucent rice wrappers enclose julienned carrot, cuke, sweet pepper, snow peas, sauce & cellophane noodles. Shrimp or vegetarian version, served with salad & fruit $7.50

SES SALINAS SALAD (V)
Mixed greens, cukes, tomato, red onion, Spanish olives & Feta cheese served with Bonni’s Honey Dijon Vinaigrette $4 Add Chicken $2

PICK TWO (V) Bowl of Soup, House Salad OR A Stromboli* $7.50
*choose Florentine w/spinach & tomato) (V) or Roasted Veggies w/Feta (V)

HANDMADE 8” THIN-CRUST PIZZA (vegan available on request)
Naked Cheese - mozzarella, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano (V) $6
New York - mozzarella, pepperoni, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano(V) $6
Mahon - mozzarella, spinach, tomato, red onion, red sauce, oregano (V) $7
Margherita - mozzarella, red sauce, tomato, Parmesan, basil, olive oil (V) $7
Chinese Chicken - hoisin, garlic, chicken, broccoli, mozzarella, scallions $7
(V) = Vegetarian
DESSERT
Chocolate Orgasm Cookies (pkg of 4) $4.50
Large Crunchy Cookie (assorted flavors) (V) $1.25
Chunky Muffin $1.75

DRINKS
Mango Lassi (a refreshing Asian favorite)
my incredible Keitt mango blended w/yogurt, vanilla & ice $3
Bottled Spring Water, cans of soda $1
Brewed Raspberry Iced Tea or Hot Tea (assorted bags) $1.50
Our House Blend of Half-Caff/Half-DeCaff Flavored Coffee $1.50
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Bread & Dessert baked on-site / Vegetarian Options / We don't take credit or debit cards

Lunch served TUES-SAT 11AM-2PM All dinners by RESERVATION ONLY

BONNI BAKES
in the Village of the Arts
930 12 ST W (just south of 9th Ave/MLK)
BRADENTON, FL 34205

(941) 746-6647 bonnibakes@gmail.com

BOOBS & BAGELS

It's not too late to decorate a bra or panties and enter it in our Oct Breast Cancer Fundraiser, "Artsy Undies". $15 per entry (over 18) $5 (under 18) and the more outrageous the better because at the end of the month you get your artwork back. We want to encourage people to vacuum, prepare dinner and tend the garden in it. During the Friday night ArtWalk the feathers & beads were flying as Carol, Karen & Carol celebrated BYOB (Bring Your Own Bra). Check out their entries currently displayed inside the porch of Bonni Bakes...look but don't touch! Some people have expressed an interest in buying some of the entries and we'll consider that. After all, it's a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society and we need your money. In addition, we have a hot little selection of Ginger Kidz (our delicious orange/ginger cookies) who have been decorated with bras & panties by Anna and her sisters. Just $2 each, delightfully gift wrapped in a cello bag, and sure to bring a smile.

And then there's the bagels. New York City is my home town and there are lots of things that I miss, aside from cooler weather. A real bagel (shaped by hand, boiled before baking, crusty exterior with chewy interior, and smaller than a breadbox) shmeared with Zabar's Scallion Cream Cheese and topped with nova, red onion and ripe tomato is nirvana for me. After years of experimentation I can honestly say my bagels could be stamped "Made in NYC". Let me know what you think.

This month we're consolidating menus so Steph's Italian menu is available Tues-Thurs and you can enjoy my NYC Brunch menu on Fri & Sat. See details below. We had the honor of being one of three restaurants serving Ethiopian food that were highlighted in a national magazine favored by professional chefs. It's a great article but I don't know how to put a hot link in here, so if you'd like to see a copy drop me an email at bonnibakes@gmail.com. Reserve now for Steph's Sept 26 SAT ETHIOPIAN DINNER two seatings: 5:30 & 7:30 pm $15+tax+tip all inclusive dinner. Reservations required TEL: (941) 746-6647 Serving Spicy Chicken, (doro wet) Chickpea Sauce, (yeshiro) Collard Greens, (gomen) Mild Beef Stew, (zigni alicha) Mixed Vegetable Stew, (yeataket alicha) Spicy Red Lentils, (yemisir kek wet), injera is served on the side to scoop the food up with. Coffee, tea sodas. Bring your own wine or beer. No corkage fee. VEGETARIAN PLATTERS AVAILABLE!

I'm working on something exciting and hope to be able to announce it next week. HINT: it involves dogs...no cats need apply. See you soon.

Hugs from the kitchen,
Bonni
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Tues - Thurs Sept 8 - 10 Steph’s ITALIAN LUNCH served from 11-2pm

Minestrone Soup V
Carrots, celery, zucchini, red potato, cabbage, plum tomatoes, white beans, green beans, and onions simmered into a classic Italian favorite, topped with parmesan cheese; served with garlic bread. $4

Italian Tossed Salad
Mixed salad greens, shredded mozzarella cheese, kalamata olives, carrot and green onions tossed with Italian vinaigrette. $4

Insalata Caprese V
Fresh mozzarella balls and ripe tomato slices sprinkled with salt pepper and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, topped with fresh basil leaves. $5

Antipasto
Thin sliced salami, mort Della, proscuitto, Kalamata black olives, roasted red peppers, marinated artichoke, pepperoncini, herbed cheese spread served with thin slices of garlic bread. $6

Mama’s Lasagna
Lasagna noodles layered with slow cooked meat sauce, herbs and garlic, ricotta, mozzarella and parmesan cheeses baked to a crusty delight served with Italian tossed salad. $7.50

Bruschetta Pomodoro V
Plum tomatoes, capers, Kalamata olives, onion, fresh basil, chopped and marinated in extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper served on top of slices of toasted homemade Italian bread. $4

Meatball Wedge
Italian pork and turkey sausage rolled into meatballs covered with herb infused marinara sauce on homemade Italian bread. $5with soup or tossed salad +$3.50

Spinach Calzone V
Spinach, parmesan and ricotta cheese, roasted red peppers and garlic encased in half moons of pizza dough baked to a golden brown and topped with herb infused tomato sauce. $5 with soup or tossed salad +$3.50

Sausage and Peppers Calzone
Chicken apple sausage, green and red bell pepper, onions, garlic, mozzarella, parmesan, and ricotta cheese, and tomato sauce encased in half moons of pizza dough baked to a golden brown. $5 with soup or tossed salad +$3.50

Desserts:
Cannoli $2.50
Chocolate Rum Ball $2.00
Assorted Cookies $1.25

Beverages:
Lemonade $1.50
Iced Tea $1.50
Coke, Sprite, Diet Coke, Bottled Spring Water $1
Coffee or Hot Tea $1.00
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Fri Sept 11 & Sat Sept 12 Bonni’s NEW YORK CITY BRUNCH LUNCH

Vodka Bloody Mary Soup
If it were possible to serve it in a cocktail glass with a straw, I'd do it. Suffice to say it goes down smooth and leaves your puckered lips smiling. Served with Sour Rye Parmesan Crisps $4

The Real Deal NYC Bagel Platter
Now that I'm creating bagels that would make a New Yorker proud (sesame, poppy or onion) they deserve the company of great fixings, including nova, tomato & red onion. $7.50

Ses Salinas Salad (V)
Mixed greens, cukes, tomato, red onion, Spanish olives & Feta cheese served with Bonni’s Honey Dijon Vinaigrette $4 Add Chicken $2

Pick Two (V) Bowl of Soup, House Salad OR A Stromboli* $7.50
*choose Florentine w/spinach & tomato) (V) or Roasted Veggies w/Feta (V)

HANDMADE 8” THIN-CRUST PIZZA (vegan available on request)
Naked Cheese - mozzarella, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano (V) $6
New York - mozzarella, pepperoni, red sauce, Parmesan, fresh oregano(V) $6
Mahon - mozzarella, spinach, tomato, red onion, red sauce, oregano (V) $7
Margherita - mozzarella, red sauce, tomato, Parmesan, basil, olive oil (V) $7
Chinese Chicken - hoisin, garlic, chicken, broccoli, mozzarella, scallions $7
(V) = Vegetarian

Dessert
Upper West Side Eclair w/vanilla custard filling & chocolate ganache frosting $2.25
Chocolate Orgasm Cookies (pkg of 4) $4.50
Large Crunchy Cookie (assorted flavors) (V) $1.25
Chunky Muffin $1.75

Drinks
Bottled Spring Water, cans of soda $1
Brewed Raspberry Iced Tea or Hot Tea (assorted bags) $1.50
Our House Blend of Half-Caff/Half-DeCaff Flavored Coffee $1.50
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Bread & Dessert baked on-site / Vegetarian Options / We don't take credit or debit cards

Lunch served TUES-SAT 11AM-2PM All dinners by RESERVATION ONLY

BONNI BAKES
in the Village of the Arts
930 12 ST W (just south of 9th Ave/MLK)
BRADENTON, FL 34205

(941) 746-6647 bonnibakes@gmail.com