Quotes, Testimonials, Shoutouts, and Raves...

For those compelled to share their thoughts... this is where they appear. Compliments mostly come by word-of-mouth... but if you're not around to hear it, who cares? We do! On this page you'll read a few of those compliments (visual word-of-mouth marketing)... and if you feel compelled to share your experience... click the email address, info@bellascookies.com.

"Best cookie Iv'e ever had ... (Choco-Bomb)" Jeff Burns

"The thought of a good for you cookie....That's Bellas! I would count myself as a cookie connoisseur, and these cookies are GREAT! Bella's cookies are the best. Once you try one you will not go back to those store brought mass market brands." Matthew McKay, Metro Oreck (Oreck of Delaware, Maryland & Virginia).

"A truly healthy cookie that's unbelieveably delicious! Now I can satisfy my sweet tooth and my conscience all at the same time thanks to Bella's Cookies! The Hunky Punky is my personal favorite, with the Choco-Bomb close behind. And I'm always looking forward to the next exciting new concoction from the amazing Bella's Cookies!" Debbie Davis, Rock Hall, MD.

"Breakfast with no mess and no guilt. As a reporter always on the go Bella's Vegan Breakfast cookie is the perfect start to my day. It's remarkably filling yet light. I'm still trying to figure out how something so tasty is so good for you." Talitha Vickers, Charlotte, NC.

"Bruce Jr. and team can't believe the taste of the Bella's Cookies. They aren't just great, they're delicious. Believe us when we say the cookies are preferred by those who have sampled. It shouldn't take too long for Bella's Cookies to be a household name." Team 17 Sprints, Hibbs Motorsports

"I've never had a better chocolate cookie. If you're a chocolate fan, Bella's "Choco-Bomb" literally explodes your taste buds into pure delight. This is one cookie you don't want to share." Talitha Vickers, Charlotte, NC.

"What a great service you have provided to the cookie loving public. I love both your children and your cookies! Happy cookie-ing (is that a word?)!" Mrs. Moshier, Lewes, DE.

"Bella - WOW! GREAT COOKIE!! OOH IT'S SO GOOD!" Mr. Food (Art Ginzburg)

"My favorite is the shortbread cookie! Have you ever had a buttery cookie with gooey caramel and rich smooth chocolate topping? Sound like Twix? Tastes Better! So delicious...you wouldn't believe it was made with healthy ingredients unless you read the label! I can spot "health-food taste" a mile away...this shortbread cookie is at least 10 miles from "the healthy taste zone" because it was the first of it's kind to trick my taste buds!" Kelly McAllister, Kamera Keepsakes, Ocean View, DE.

"You know that Willy Wonka phrase "scrumdidliumptious"? It captures the essence of the ChocoBomb perfectly. This cookie is the great grandpappy of all confections, an Atomic-bomb of mind-numbingly rich chocolate that'll satisfy any sweet tooth. For me, the soft but substantial texture is what puts the ChocoBomb on a higher plane of cookiedom. Yum. Hands down the Holy Grail of goodies." Kenny Riedel, University of Delaware

"I received a surprise in the mail today and what a delicious surprise it was!! Your cookies are the BEST I've ever tasted! And the best part of all.....I can go to bed with a clear conscience, knowing that I ate a healthy cookie!! :-)" Joy, Massachusetts

"I bought $12 worth of Bella's at the Lewes Farmer's Market only this morning, and the bag is almost gone. Truly indescribable." Shelly Souder, Milton, DE.

Desserts from Bella's feature local producers

Milton, DE - May 1, 2009 - Bakers of Bella's Cookies are launching a new line of desserts this week simply called "Bella's." Unique to each dessert is the concentrated use of local ingredients, sourcing ingredients found locally from Delaware's agricultural producers, with the remaining ingredients strictly natural & organic. The line will focus mainly on traditional desserts (those made with eggs/milk/butter), but also feature selections for those with food allergies or dietary restrictions. Desserts are available at area restaurants, food stores and through a new online dessertry at Bellascookies.com.

"The dessert line is one of several new product introductions at Bella's Cookies this year," said Kelly Leishear (president of Bella's Cookies) "we're very excited about it as it brings together great tasting natural and organic desserts with fresh, locally sourced ingredients." The desserts are being made with local eggs, local dairy (milk & cream), and local seasonal fruits as staple ingredients; as new desserts are created Bella's will seek other local agricultural producers who can supply ingredients. The "Bella's" line carries an identifiable new logo which incorporates the "Made Fresh with Care" logo from the Delaware Department of Agriculture. "Made fresh" is part of the "Grown Fresh with Care in Delaware" program that recognizes Delaware's value-added agricultural producers," said Delaware Department of Agriculture Secretary Ed Kee." Leishear noted that she wants people to recognize the logo as a Bella's line of product (from a natural & organic bakery), and that each dessert is made with fresh, local ingredients.

Bella's will focus on old-fashioned Delmarva desserts, as well as top-selling classic desserts -- Strawberry Pies & Tarts (additional varieties with seasonal fruits such as peaches, raspberries, apples), Chocolate Cakes, and a Coconut Cake with an old fashioned whipped frosting. A new Coco-Carrot cake, Summerberry Cake, Delaware Rum Cakes (made with locally distilled Dogfish Head rum) and an authentic Key West, Key Lime Pie are additional items on the menu. "With a lot of experience in vegan and gluten-free baking through our cookies, Kelly was quick to conquer great taste on vegan and gluten-free desserts," said Mark Leishear (Director of Sales & Marketing for Bella's) "every week she receives orders from parents or others with food allergies looking for a cake, something special, etc." For those with food allergies, Bella's makes an assortment of gluten-free desserts such as chocolate tortes, lava cakes, and a selection of vegan dessert items such as a new vegan chocolate layer cake. This signature item is two layers of rich chocolate cake sandwiching a whipped chocolate-coffee filling made with locally roasted organic & fair trade coffee, and smothered in a dark chocolate ganache. As the population of customers with food allergies, intolerances or dietary restrictions continues to grow, these desserts are being sought after by area restaurants. All desserts vary in size from 10 in cakes and pies for parties or restaurants, to 8 inch cakes and pies for smaller, personal gatherings.

Bella's desserts are available online at Bellascookies.com. Customers can shop, buy, and have delivered to their home or business any dessert on the menu without traveling to a food store, market, or bakery. "We've delivered desserts for office parties & luncheons, dinner parties, and last minute guests" said Leishear "they're great tasting, locally-supported desserts." More restaurants will be offering Bella's desserts this summer, as customers are happy to support the localness of the line. Bella's will also be announcing a partnership with a local orchard in the next few weeks.

Bella's is a dessert division of Bella's Cookies, Inc. a natural & organic bakery in Milton, DE. More information about desserts including wholesale and ordering can be found by calling 302-684-8152 or online at www.bellascookies.com.

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Whoop-De-Doo - Bella's Whoopie Pies

On the old Bella's website, we shared how we discovered and created our own natural & organic Whoopie Pies.

Whoop-de-doo (Organic Oatmeal Whoopie Pie)

Ask someone "What's a Whoopie Pie?" and you're sure to get either two responses... 1) shrugged shoulders and "I don't know" or 2) a quick "where... they're delicious." Delaware is about 2 hours south of Pennsylvania Dutch country, Lancaster County, PA. Whoopie Pies grow in fields there. Seriously... take an afternoon drive and you're sure to spot row after row of Whoopies. The Amish, are known for a lot of great dishes, but are most famous for two... Whoopie Pies & Shoofly Pies. Try to find a Whoopie Pie in Delaware though... forget it. This makes us think that most of you... have never tried a Whoopie Pie either.

Not too long ago, we were introduced to the Whoopie Pie on a trip to Hershey Park, PA. We had stopped at roadside bakery/restaurant/type shop, and immediately upon entering the bakery, your eyes zoom on this gargantuan creation. Two cakey cookies stuffed with some sort of fluffy, sugary, filling (it's a meal all to itself). We had to have one... delicious. And from that point, we were committed to bringing to market our version of this classic creation.

You can make a Whoopie in a variety of flavors, but since we haven't formally introduced an oatmeal cookie yet, here's one in a big way. Two, homemade organic oatmeal cookies, sandwiched between an all natural and organic sweet, creamy filling.

Here's to the inner kid in all of us... you'll love it!
 

Whoop-de-doo… (in order of quantity):

Organic Brown Sugar (Organic Evaporated Cane Juice & Organic Molasses), Organic Unbleached Wheat Flour w/Germ, Organic Oats, Organic Shortening (100% Organic Expeller Pressed Palm Oil), All Natural Eggs (from Vegetarian Fed Delaware Hens), Grade AA Butter (Pasteurized Sweet Cream (Contains: Milk)), Organic Milk, Spices, Aluminum-Free Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Pure African Vanilla Extract, Jurassic Salt. Filling: Organic Confectioners Sugar, Organic Shortening (100% Organic Expeller Pressed Palm Oil), Organic Unbleached Wheat Flour w/Germ, Organic Milk, Egg Replacer (Potato Starch, Tapioca Flour, Leavening, Cellulose Gum, Carbohydrate Gum),, Vanilla (same as above).