My Name is Claudia

I’ve written about my friend Serena’s delicious morsels before, but now I have every right to brag about how amazing they are. On Christmas Eve (how appropes), I received a hand delivered (!) package from my local postal worker and to my surprise, it was from Austin, Texas. I just KNEW they were bon bons. Well, that at the stamp and Serena’s handwriting tipped me off.

Listen, Serena and I have known each other for quite a few years now. Now that I think about it, TEN YEARS to be exact since I met her as an intern in 2001. But we’re not here to go down memory lane. We’re here to talk desserts, and specifically bon bons. While I hadn’t had the chance to order any or try them since Serena opened up shop in the fall, I have been to many a parties hosted by Serena and her baking (and cooking) is simply divine. So, fast forward to when I open up the adorable packaging and find the “classic collection” inside (i.e. one of each bon bon that Serena makes with love). I have to say I was somewhat partial to the Susie Q bon bon since it’s topped with espresso beans, but the original matriarch was pretty damn good as well. Honestly, it was hard to choose a favorite because they are all really that good. 

So next time you want to surprise someone with a special treat or even a business gift, cupcakes are soooo 2011 and cookies are boringsville. Try Bon Bons by Serena. Although located in Austin, they ship anywhere. You won’t be disappointed. 

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