Bakery 1908’s name comes from the lucky number 1908. But even luckier are the new customers of this Asian bakery as they walk away from the counter, their arms laden with handcrafted sweet buns and steaming coffees.
Located on the corner of Archer Road and Southwest 34th Street is the newest addition to Gainesville’s pastry scene. Originally opened as Sweet Buns Bakery in Gainesville, the store moved to Orlando alongside its owners for a rebrand. Now, they’re back home.
“I love how the college students are hanging out here and just doing their own group meetings, homework and stuff,” said general manager Verbena Ou. “I like the community we have in this location.”
Ou appreciates the college demographic the Gainesville location has attracted. Having such a young customer base has inspired new flavors for the bakery, including a croissant in the works modeled after the viral Dubai chocolate…