Take the Cake Bakery

MoreCityBricks is pleased to announce the opening of Take the Cake Bakery. This cozy three-story building features a full bakery on the first floor offering cupcakes, cookies, and the best coffee in town. 



At the end of the day,  the lucky shop owner can retire the third floor studio apartment with PINK appliances.

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