Photo by Leslee BassmanNeighborhood eatery changes name, focus
Fans of Four Points' Rise and Shine Bakery were treated to a new look when the local eatery reopened Jan. 2 as Hayley Cakes & Cookies.
Owner Hayley Callaway completed an extensive remodel of the 7-year-old bakery she purchased July 2 from founder Michelle Brull. Along with new display cases, Callaway officially changed the name of the business as well as its primary focus—baked goods and catering.
"It was a little rough [taking over the bakery] at first," she said. "People knew Michelle personally."
Callaway said two new baked goods she introduced proved to be the most popular: Brookies ($2.59), a brownie base topped by Oreos and a layer of chocolate-chip cookies; and Carmelitas ($2.59), oatmeal cookies crusted with melted caramel and chocolate chips. She said she also included more detailed cookies and made-to-order baked items.
