Downtown Hayward just became a whole lot sweeter with the grand opening of the Butter Pecan Bakeshop, offering “buttery, delicious handmade cookies that taste like your grandma made ‘em!” This marks the sixth location for the “Southern-inspired” bakery and the first franchised shop.
Founder and CEO Wendell Hunter was on hand for the official ribbon cutting ceremony, held on Feb. 25. Also present were new owners Mary and Vu Chau, along with a huge line of hungry and loyal fans. Free cookies were promised to the first 100 customers.
The event was hosted by Nicole Roa of the Hayward Chamber of Commerce. State Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab, Assemblymember Liz Ortega and Congressman Eric Swalwell all sent representatives to present certificates of recognition to Hunter. Hayward Mayor Mark Salinas and Councilmember Julie Roche also made appearances…