There's 'a little something for everyone' at Worcester Sweets Café
Worcester Sweets Café, 649 Chandler St., is a new spot in the Tatnuck Square neighborhood of the city, joining other well-established, family-owned businesses and eateries in the area.
Diana and Norman Gallego of Oxford, owners of the Colombian bakery and coffee shop, held a soft opening in March after renovating and refreshing space formerly occupied by Subway. The couple, originally from Colombia, first met in Worcester, where Norman Gallego founded the family-owned BestPro Cleaning more than 20 years ago. His wife works with him in the June Street business.
Diana Gallego has had a passion for baking and cooking almost her entire life. She fulfilled a dream when she opened the doors to Worcester Sweets Café. “I knew immediately it was the perfect spot for our bakery,” said Gallego, who with her husband had spent months scouting a Worcester location. “I love coming to work at the bakery,” said Gallego. “The people are friendly, and we love the neighborhood. So far, it’s all good.”
Gallego is a self-described planner and event organizer, who enjoys cooking for large family gatherings in her home. “I know exactly what I have to do when I need to do it,” said Gallego, who avoids feeling overwhelmed despite having a busy weekday schedule.
Pastry chef Stephania Gallego, Norman Gallego’s daughter, has plenty of experience in baking and pastry arts and specializes in wedding and special event cakes. Popular bakery items include Tres Leches cake (three-milk cake), an ultralight sponge cake, and Fruit Pavola, a confectionery with a meringue base, topped with fresh cream and seasonal fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, peaches) that is stunning and tastes great,” said Gallego. “We use natural ingredients to create all our delicious cakes and pastries,” she said. “And, there’s a little something for everyone.” The bakery also offers Latin American artisan bread products.
Norman Gallego, a certified barista, has created signature coffee drinks, in addition to teas (hot and cold) and smoothies for the shop. Drinks are made with 100% Colombian coffee bean origin, according to the owners. Colombian coffee is world famous for flavor and unmistakable mild but rich flavor, they said. Colombia is considered the second-largest coffee producer in the Latin America and the third-largest in the world, growing mostly Arabica beans.
Worcester Sweets Café hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; closed Monday and Tuesday. Telephone (508) 459-1106; Visit www.worcestersweets.com. Connect on social media. Seating for 20, with plans for outdoor tables in season. The café can accommodate small private parties. On-street parking and several spaces in back of the building.
Diana Gallego said the bakery’s “dream team” works tirelessly to give its customers the very best tasting experiences, from savory to sweet.
Customers will find Worcester Sweets Café’s décor colorful, with inviting seating areas. Owners offer a warm and welcoming bakery experience.
This article originally appeared on Telegram & Gazette: The Dish: For owners, Worcester Sweets Café is a dream come true
