A Daily Deluge of Deliciousness: Pastries and Loaves Galore
Under the expert leadership of High Street’s Executive Chef Christina McKeough and Head Baker Kyle Wood, The Bread Room is set to impress with a dazzling array of over 20 handmade viennoiseries and baked goods daily. The menu artfully blends classic and modern techniques, offering both comforting favorites and innovative twists.
Highlights from the extensive daily menu include:
- Inventive Croissants: Look for unique creations like the Matcha Croissant, an S-shaped delight filled with earthy matcha pastry cream.
- Creative Tarts & Crullers: Indulge in a Smoked Vanilla and Rosemary Cream Tartlet, playful Pop-Tart riffs (such as Last Summer’s Blueberry-Blue Basil), and rotating crullers with flavors like Tahini-Honeycomb and Candied Fennel.
- Savory Surprises: Flaky biscuits come in tempting varieties like Herb and Parmesan or Bacon and Cheese. Don't miss the savoryShakshuka Danish or the Fromage Blanc Danish with everything spice.
- Piled-High Sandwiches: The sandwich selection is equally enticing, featuring hearty options like Black Lime Chicken Salad and Chili Crunch on Ciabatta, Muffalettas on Sesame Focaccia, Ham & Pickle Butter on a Demi Baguette, a Tuna Nicoise Hoagie, and even Pastrami on Rye Croissants.
Beyond the daily delights,The Bread Room will proudly featureHigh Street’s signature whole grain sourdough loaves. This fall also marks the debut of a fresh-milled local grain miche,a large country-style loaf available by the pound,showcasing their commitment to quality and local ingredients.
More Than Just a Bakery:A Hub for Learning and Connection
True to Ellen Yin's vision, The Bread Room is designed to be a community cornerstone. While serving as a bustling bakery during the day, it transforms in the evenings into a dynamic community-driven workshop, offering hands-on baking classes for all skill levels.
"Bakeries are historically a gathering place for communities," says Ellen Yin, Founder and Co-Owner of High Street Hospitality Group. "Our workshops and classes further this sentiment, and we’re eager to share our expertise with our community."
The weekly programming will include a wide range of topics:
- Bread Baking: Master sourdough, baguettes, brioche, babka, focaccia, soft pretzels, and bagels.
- Pizza Making: Learn the secrets to perfect pies.
- Pastry Arts: Dive into viennoiserie, cakes, pies, cookies, buche de noel, and croque en bouche.
A visiting baker's series with acclaimed chef hosts is also in the works, promising unique learning opportunities. Regular children's classesand private sessions will also be available,with special holiday-themed classes planned for the festive season.The versatile space can also be booked for private events,from showers and receptions to corporate or personal gatherings.
Thoughtful Design:History Meets Industrial Charm
The intimate 19-seat setting of The Bread Room,designed by longtime collaborator Meg Rodgers of Marguerite Rodgers Interior Design,perfectly balances rustic charm with industrial character.Natural light floods the space through expansive windows beneath 14-foot ceilings.A bold,six-foot by eight-foot abstract painting by Kevin O’Brien Studios,formerly a fixture in Fork’s private dining room,anchors the room,with its rich greens and rust tones echoed across the walls.
Adding a touch of Philadelphia history,guests gather around acommunal table once owned by Dr.Albert Barnes, the celebrated art collector. Refurbished wooden benches and a recessed vintage bread cabinet complete the inviting design.
The Bread Room represents the latest addition to High Street Hospitality Group's acclaimed portfolio, reinforcing Ellen Yin's unwavering commitment to community-focused hospitality and culinary excellence.Opening October 14,2025,it promises to be more than just Philadelphia's newest bakery; it's a place where the aroma of freshly baked goods mingles with the warmth of shared learning and genuine connection,truly embodying its role as a modern community hub.
