There is something really special about a town that has a central gathering place. Often it is a food establishment. People flock there because the food is downright good. They flock there because their friends have coffee, lunch or a pastry there. They can count on the food to be delicious consistently. They feel welcomed there.
Annie's Bakery in Sylva, North Carolina was all of that and more for me. Local business people, writers, environmentalists, folks who care about eating healthy ate there. The owners were always gracious and happy to provide a tray of bakery items and other foodstuff for non-profits. They were an integral part of the community. Downright nice, wholesome people. Like the food they prepared.
But things change and they needed to focus on their Asheville bread business. Pulling out of town and selling it to a lovely local couple eased the way for them. The new owners added their unique flare with changes in the menu. The bakery, as we knew it, was gone. So were most of the people who frequented Annie's.
New to seacoast New Hampshire, I am still in search of my Annie's. Organic, too. I found the most amazing restaurant, Blue Moon Evolution in Exeter. They are not open for breakfast. They do provide outstanding food and a lovely waitstaff eager to serve.
So for now, I am still in search of a morning gathering place. Maybe the universe wants me to change it up and do other things in the morning.
But for now, I'm still finding Annie's.
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