The Icing On The Cake For Atlanta Closings
It was just this past Monday that Matty Cakes Bakery owner, Chef Matt Lewis, was supposed to be a baker’s man, baking a cake as fast as he can at the “Great Desserts” class at Cook’s Warehouse.
Unfortunately, the class was canceled as Lewis was forced to close his bakery located on the corner of Piedmont Avenue and Rock Springs Road in Midtown.
Matty Cakes operated as a breakfast pastries, sandwiches, coffee drinks and, of course, cake shop. A huge “for lease sign” at the space and a call to Cooks Warehouse confirms the closure. Lewis was not reachable though Becky at Cooks Warehouse says he will still be taking personal orders running shop from home.
Atlanta based Publicist with Red Clay PR (clients include major Atlanta yogurt favorite, Yogli Mogli), Jamie Annarino, tipped us off two weeks ago, suspicious that Matty Cakes had closed– a legitimate sign of failure was the empty parking lot and shop.
Closure aside, it’s evident that Lewis is a worthy chef considering some of his recent credentials: judge on Food Networks “Throwdown With Bobby Flay” and “Chef vs. City.”
Matty Cakes
1830 Piedmont Avenue
Atlanta GA, 30324
11 Responses
“Taking The Bitter With Sweet As Matty Cakes Crumbles” It’s really sad that you’re adding insult to injury! In these tough times, it’s very hard for small businesses to even keep the doors open…
I don’t know. The one time I went in there, looking to order a special birthday cake, the staff were indifferent/borderline rude, even though there was only one other customer. I didn’t order.
Their Yelp reviews are not so good…
Matty Cakes rocked! Their cookies and cupcakes were the best in town.
I am very, very sad. The customer service I received was always great.
Sad, sad, sad. Hope they make it back.
Matty Cakes was the best. We are so sad to see them go. They had the most generous sized & YUMMY cupcakes. Our favorite after school stop. I loved how you could watch the work going on.
So sad…where will I go for my son’s birthday cakes??? Matt is a ridiculously talented artist. I’m sure he’ll be back! Matty Cakes…RIP.
I bought a cake there once a few years ago. The women working the counter was handling money and food without washing her hands. I never went back. Cleanliness matters restaurant owners.
Wow, aren’t you Mr. Misinformation ! How did you leap to Matty Cakes is closed? I believe the website states that they are in transition. True, this is vague, but they are still taking orders. How did you get this information that Matt is working out of his kitchen? Did you make that up as well? I know,I know, you take great pride in reporting when another Atlanta business closes. Did you ever think that something else might be going on? Perhaps there was a dispute with the landlord. Perhaps that location just was not working for them, and they had not found another before their lease was up. You really ought to put the smug, deathmarch crap on the shelf and just provide the facts. Thanks for all the hard work on this excellent report. Can’t wait for the update…
“Taking The Bitter With Sweet As Matty Cakes Crumbles” It’s really sad that you’re adding insult to injury! In these tough times, it’s very hard for small businesses to even keep the doors open…
I hope this press release will help all those that are looking to find Matt and his amazing cakes and cupcakes. We look forward in serving you. Please become a fan of Tasty pastry, ga on Facebook for more updates.
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February 2011
For Immediate Release: Tasty Pastry of Alpharetta/John’s Creek expands their offerings with the addition of well-known Cake Master and Baker, Matt Lewis (formerly of Matty Cakes)
Tasty Pastry Bakery, Located at 9945 Jones Bridge Road in Johns Creek is quickly becoming well known in the Atlanta market for their amazing dessert offerings (no preservatives, freshly baked, less sugar). You can find samples of their work at Cafe Intermezzo, The Fox Theatre, American Girl Bistro and others!
Originally opening Tasty Pastry in 2008, Marjan Yavari and Lami Ashrafi took Atlanta by storm offering all natural, no preservative deserts featuring both unique recipes & creative designs for birthday cakes, wedding cakes, and delicious pastries. Their latest offering is Atlanta’s First Dessert Bar, which has rapidly become a big hit at Mitzvahs and Weddings!
The growth continues as they are now excited to announce their newest team member Matt Lewis formerly of Matty Cakes!
Matt’s work is exceptional. He is recognized in the industry and carries many “Best of Awards” (Best of Atlanta 2009 and Best of Knot Wedding 2010). His clients have included Singer Monica, legendary baseball great Hank Aaron, and Housewives of Atlanta’s Sheree Whitfield. Matt has also been featured on The Food Network as a pastry chef on the All Star Atlanta edition of ‘Chef vs. City’, as well as a judge on ‘Throw down with Bobby Flay’ .
“We are so excited to see Matt’s creations as they come together in the Tasty Pastry kitchen. His architectural layers of cake designs seem to defy gravity and clients are always delighted to see Matt sketch out an artist rendering of the bride or corporate client’s cake design right there at the meeting” says Marjan Yavari, owner of Tasty Pastry.
In addition to Matt Lewis, Tasty Pastry is expanding its goodness in other areas as well. Other newly added members of the Tasty Pastry team include Jessica Park of JPark Events, who is the talented dessert bar coordinator and Monika Atighechian, Wholesale Coordinator, who will bring more of the delights to businesses around metro Atlanta!
Event planners and brides to be will be happy to know that they can come in for a tasting every 4th Sunday of the Month. At this in house event, aka “Tasty Showcase”, Tasty Pastry rolls out the red carpet, and invites you to come down and sample the latest in their dessert offerings. Be sure to contact any of the friendly staff by calling to find out more, or swing through during the regular business hours: Tues-Thus 9A-6P / Fri–Sat 9A-7P and see for yourself what everyone is talking about!
Can’t get up to the Alpharetta area? That’s ok, Tasty Pastry now Delivers! Call for more details, and keep an eye out for the “cute” delivery truck delivering one-of-a-kind pastries in more of your favorite spots throughout Atlanta.
We hope to see you soon!
Tasty Pastry
9945 Jones Bridge Rd
Johns Creek, GA
30022
770-475-8181