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