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KEPIN’ UP WITH changes Third Street business neighbors ˜ and long time local favorites ˜ keep up with evolving downtown Alexis Baking Co. packs ’em in with its new menu by Kari Ruel OPEN MAP HERE Alexis Baking Company (ABC) is an eclectic café off the main business district in downtown Napa where many locals gather to catch up and tourists catch a glimpse of the real Napa. Founder Alexis Handelman started her business in 1985 as a wholesale bakery supplying restaurants and specialty food purveyors. Five years later, she opened the vibrant and lively retail bakery café on Third Street. “We continue to embrace fresh cuisine, support the local wine community and offer an atmosphere that is inviting and keeps our customers coming back,” said Handelman. “Yes, we are eclectic, whimsical and delicious.” Besides offering good company (and quirky bathrooms), ABC has amazing food. Whether you are trying their popular Huevos Rancheros for breakfast, focaccia sandwich, apricot pistachio cake, Caesar salad or their incredible hamburgers served on their famous potato buns, ABC has something for everyone’s taste buds. Step up to the counter to order and be tempted by the pastries and breads made on premise, or order a specialty coffee. If you don’t have time to eat in, ABC offers box lunches and catering services. Handelman is also known for her exquisite cakes for special occasions. “We have a wide mix of people who come here,” added Handelman. “That adds to the interesting ambiance that has kept ABC hopping and alive all these years.” ABC also supports local artists, and was one of the first Napa eateries to rotate display art on a monthly basis. Look for the return of their Jazz Series, featuring home- grown Napa pianist Max Bonick on Friday nights. ABC Café is open Monday – Saturday, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., and Sunday, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. 1577 Third Street, Napa 707.258.1827. www.alexisbakingcompany.com ABC’s owner Alexis Handelman One of the secrets of the best burgers in town: fresh house-baked potato buns


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