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The Luck of Bittersweet

Bittersweet March 2009
Shamrock Cookies

Grasshopper Cookies

Baily's Irish Cream Puffs

Need to tastefully dress up the office or classroom?

Our Shamrock Cookies or Mini Cupcakes decorated for the season are a must! Tasty!









Want to offer St. Patty's Day traditions for lunch?

Our Mini Corned Beef Sandwiches, Corned Beef and Cabbage Meal, or Shepherd's Pie would be a hit with any Irish lovin' crowd!







Looking to offer a festive treat?

Our Grasshopper Cookies make a delightfully refreshing afternoon snack. Pair our Chocolate Cupcakes with our Mint Buttercream to add that special touch!



Remember to check out our Bake Sale - and save!

Bake Sale

We've got a good old fashioned bake sale going on - so why not stock up?


You'll find deals on our scrumptious cupcakes, cookies and more! We have exclusive deals happening in both Catering and Cafe all month long so there is no excuse for missing out!!


Click here to view our Bake Sale savings for the month of March - and remember you can always view our menus at www.bittersweetcatering.com

Made from Scratch Bar Desserts!

Bittersweet's Breakfast Sandwich Tray

Stuck in a breakfast rut? Need something fast, yet unique? Presenting...(drum roll please)...The Bittersweet Breakfast Sandwich Tray! Sweet and savory mini sandwiches make a great, no-fuss start to your morning.


Each tray contains a selection of:


  • Mini BLT Croissants
  • Smoked Salmon Bagels
  • Zucchini Biscuits with Vegetable Cream Cheese
  • Banana Bread Sandwiches with Turkey and Citrus Cream Cheese
  • Cinnamon Raisin Bagels with Nutella and Sliced Banana
Washington Cherry Tree

Just add a side of fruit and your breakfast is complete! Great for a mid-day snacks as well! Available in two different sizes to feed your early risers.


Call your friendly sales representative today to place your order!



Online Ordering!

How can ordering from Bittersweet get any easier? Our online ordering system can make this task super easy - it's just what you're looking for and pick up a coupon on your first order! See how it works.


Anytime. Any place. It's easy!
Give us a call to get started - 703.549.2708



Our Emerald Luncheon

Top of the afternoon to ya! Its lunch time and we know your all hungry for something a little non traditional, right? For the month of March give our Emerald Luncheon a try, featuring our premium Corned Beef/Turkey Sandwich with 1000 Island dressing, our delicious and unique Summer Potato Salad, and wrap it up with our double sized Chocolate Mint cupcakes for dessert...without a doubt not traditional and sure to please any appetite. Who doesn't like meat, potatoes, and cupcakes??? Only $13.50 per person!

Corned Beef/Turkey Sandwich


Pish Posh

Sophisticated and delicious - Pistachio hits it all on the head. Child like in appearance but adult-like in taste, you couldn't go wrong with our freshly baked from scratch Pistachio Cupcakes. These cupcakes can easily add a more refined touch of fun to any luncheon meeting!


MARCH SPECIALUpgrade your Assorted Dessert Tray in the month of March to our very mature Pistachio Cupcakes with any purchase of our Corporate Lunch sandwich packages for only $1 extra per person!

Order must be placed by 2pm the day prior to delivery/pick-up





Pistachio Cupcakes


Glad You Asked!

Answering those burning questions frequently asked


Can you freeze cupcakes?

You bet! Nothing is worse than goodies going to waste - and with deals like our Bake Sale - you might as well stock up.


The best way of going about freezing anything is to first remove it from its original packaging. Place the cupcakes in a clean, dry food storage container that tightly seals when closed. This will help prevent freezer burn and dryness from occurring. Frosted cupcakes can be frozen up to two weeks without causing changes in flavor.


When thawing there are a few tips to keep in mind. First, remove the cupcakes from their container before thawing - condensation is not your friend and doesn't taste too good either. If you're not consuming right away place the cupcakes either in the refrigerator to thaw or sit them at room temperature for faster results -remember to avoid direct heat and/or sunlight. Different cupcakes require different thawing times so this part is experimental but we have done some experimenting on our side for you:

Heard this Month

Bittersweet Love

"My track record in working with Bittersweet extends back almost 15 years. Enough said."
-Becky S.

"The taste of the food met my expectation precisely - - I have very high expectations. Everything was just what I wanted, easiest party I ever gave..."
- Karen N.

"Your customer service and food are always excellent... keep up the good and tasty work!"
- Michelle J.


Regular Cupcakes take about 1-11/2 hours at room temp Mini Cupcakes take about 30-45 minutes at room temp Carrot and Banana may take longer to fully thaw due to being a denser cake.


Hope this tidbit helps rescue those leftover goodies. You'll be sure to enjoy your treats easily again - the hardest part is waiting!


Check out our FAQ page for answers to other questions you may have!



We're Up to the Challenge!

Bittersweet Catering~Cafe~Bakery will be participating in Gadsby's Taverns annual Great Rum Punch Challenge Saturday, April 4th. Come enjoy a variety of rum punch creations from local establishments like ours and vote for your favorite (vote for us!). Reservations Required.


Contact:
Gadsby's Tavern Museum
134 N. Royal Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.838.4242
www.gadsbystavern.org



Psssst! We've Got a Secret!

By receiving this newsletter you have discovered the ease and pure simple joy of ordering from Bittersweet! With 97% of customers saying they would refer us to a friend and 26 years experience in the biz - be assured that we are offering only the freshest quality products at the best value possible! Share this secret with your friends, family, and co-workers and see just how easy catering any and all events can be.


We love referrals - tell us who sent you when placing your order!

In need of a good time?
Call 703.549.2708 or visit
www.bittersweetcatering.com



Say So Long to $5 "Footlongs"!

We'd rather pay $5 for value than a "footlong" - and that's what we offer everyday at Bittersweet! Breakfast to lunch to dessert - we offer a fresh variety of homemade greatness that will leave you full and satisfied without breaking the bank!


We have our hearty Stromboli & Soup Combo or Quiche & Soup Combo for just $5! Homemade Stromboli or Quiche paired with a cup of velvety Cream of Tomato soup - filling without emptying your wallet.


We also have our generously portioned $5 Boxed Salads ready for you to grab and go! With change to spare, why not grab a cup of soup or treat yourself to dessert - cupcake anyone?!


Stop by and see what we are all about!

Pasta Primavera
Turkey BLT

Making Your Mornings Brighter!

Who doesn't need a jump start in the a.m.? Purchase any of our homemade delicious breakfast breads and receive a FREE Small Coffee when presenting this coupon. A hearty breakfast that will fill you up and not empty your wallet - how's that to start off your day?!



Who Doesn't Like Free Lunch?

March's Free Lunch Winner goes to


Jacky Raker

American Association of Airport Executives


Jacky wins lunch for two, with dessert of course, at Bittersweet Café. Please call our sales office at 703.549.2708 to claim your prize (not exactly Publisher's Clearinghouse, but will work in a pinch!)


Next time you're in, why not drop your business card into the fishbowl? You may not win the lottery, but you might just eat free!





50% OFF after 5pm!

Yes, that's right - take 50% off any of our pre packaged entrees, sandwiches, salads and all desserts after 5pm everyday! Tonight's dinner or tomorrow's lunch just got easier!

Get Them Some! Get Yourself Some!

For the month of March we'll be having a Bake Sale - everyday! So stock up on the treats you love, give some as gifts after all everyone loves something sweet!


Buy 2 Cookies* Get 1 FREE
Buy 2 Bar Desserts Get 1 FREE
ANY Item in our Bakery Case after 5pm is 50% OFF!

Bittersweet Dozen
Dozen Cookies* $20
Dozen Cupcakes $30
Dozen Mini Cupcakes $13
*excludes Azteca Cookies.
These deals are only good in our Cafe, please click here for Catering deals.





Mon - Sat 7am – 6pm
Sun 9am – 4pm
823 King Street, Alexandria, VA
Catering: 703.549.2708
Cafe: 703.549.1028
Fax: 703.549.3150

reception@bittersweetcatering.com
www.bittersweetcatering.com



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