Bagel lovers, rejoice! Bloom Bagels in Campbell, California, serves some seriously tasty treats this October 2024. This little shop, tucked away in the Lloyd Square shopping center at 519 E Campbell Ave, is making waves with its unique “blooms” – stuffed bagels taking the Bay Area by storm.
What’s the Buzz About?
Bloom Bagels isn’t your average bagel joint. These folks are on a mission to reinvent the humble bagel, and boy, are they succeeding. Their signature blooms are whole bagels scored into sections (like flower petals, hence the name) and packed with cream cheese and other goodies. It’s like someone took a regular bagel, gave it a makeover, and sent it to flavor school.
The Cream of the Crop
Let’s dive into the October 2024 lineup, shall we? Bloom Bagels offers a mouthwatering array of flavors that will make you question everything you thought you knew about bagels.
Corn Cheese Bloom
Picture this: a fluffy bagel stuffed with fresh corn, Kewpie mayo (fancy Japanese mayo, for the uninitiated), scallions, and mozzarella. Then it’s dipped in their signature Bloom Butter (a honey garlic concoction that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance) and topped with more mozzarella. It’s like summer decided to hang around for October, and we’re not complaining.
Pesto Asiago Bloom
For those who like their bagels with some Italian flair, this bloom is stuffed with pesto cream cheese, dipped in that magical Bloom Butter, and crowned with Asiago cheese. It’s like a trip to Italy, minus the jet lag and overpriced espresso.
Classic Bloom
Sometimes, you just can’t beat the classics. This bloom is filled with cream cheese, dipped in Bloom Butter, and topped with mozzarella. It’s simple and delicious, proving that sometimes, less is more.
Miso Maple Pecan Bloom
Here’s where things get interesting. This bloom is stuffed with miso maple pecan cream cheese, dipped in Bloom Butter, and topped with mozzarella. It’s sweet, savory, and nutty—it’s basically the overachiever of the bagel world.
Everything Bloom
For those who want, well, everything. This bloom is packed with everything seasoning cream cheese, dipped in Bloom Butter, and topped with mozzarella. It’s like the Swiss Army knife of bagels – versatile, reliable, and always a good choice.
Jalapeno Bloom
Heat seekers, this one’s for you. Stuffed with cream cheese and jalapenos, dipped in Bloom Butter, and topped with mozzarella. It’s spicy and cheesy and might be the perfect cure for those chilly October mornings.
Pumpkin Pie Bloom
Because it wouldn’t be October without something pumpkin-flavored, right? This bloom is filled with pumpkin pie cream cheese, dipped in butter, and crispy panko brown sugar cinnamon. It’s like autumn in a bagel.
Nutella French Toast Bloom
Last but certainly not least, this bloom is for those with a sweet tooth. It is stuffed with Nutella cream cheese, dipped in French toast custard batter, and topped with maple syrup. It is breakfast, dessert, and possibly the best decision you’ll make all day.
More Than Just a Bagel
What sets Bloom Bagels apart isn’t just their creative flavors. These bagels are the result of some serious culinary TLC. The dough rests for 24 hours, developing flavor and perfect fluffy texture. Then, they’re shaped by hand, boiled, and baked until they’re just right.
But here’s the kicker – Bloom Bagels only makes about 300 bagels daily. That’s right, these blooms are rarer than a parking spot in San Francisco. They often sell out long before their 1 p.m. closing time, so early birds get the bagel here.
The Final Bite
Bloom Bagels is more than just a bagel shop – a flavor adventure. Whether you’re a bagel purist or an adventurous eater, there’s something here for everyone. Just remember, these bagels wait for no one. The shop is open Wednesday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. – or until they sell out.
So, bagel lovers of Campbell and beyond, set your alarms, grab a coffee, and get ready to experience bagels like never before. After all, life’s too short for boring breakfasts. And who knows? You might find yourself blooming with joy over these unique creations!
Sources: bloombagels.com, Bloom Bagels Instagram Page
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