Tops Friendly Markets has brought products from a local Buffalo bakery into its fresh bakery case. Genevieve’s Bakery mini cheesecakes and Italian cookies became available at select stores in Amherst, Williamsville and Lockport, New York.
The launch, which began in early September, marks Genevieve’s first collaboration with a large retailer. The lineup features the bakery’s signature mini cheesecakes in Loganberry, Turtle, Vanilla and Key Lime varieties, along with assorted Italian cookies and cuccidati, sold individually packaged in Tops’ fresh bakery refrigerated self-service case.
“We’re excited to bring a fresh, delicious, homemade recipe from a local bakery into our stores,” said Chris Hoffman, associate category business manager for Tops Friendly Markets. “Genevieve’s Bakery has built a wonderful reputation in the community, and we’re proud to help introduce its family-made desserts to even more Tops customers.”
Polish and Italian family traditions
Genevieve’s Bakery has built a loyal following since opening in 2014. Co-owners John Rottger and Joseph Mendolera pair their Polish and Italian family traditions, with Rottger’s traditional Polish-style cheesecake, made with sour cream and no eggs for a lighter, creamier texture, alongside Mendolera’s Italian cookies. The bakery is known for nearly 30 cheesecake varieties and fresh cookie trays…