Though the two are happily married, it wasn’t always bliss for Nui and Francis Pascal when they partnered to open Butterscotch Pastry Shop. “Our work styles were different,” says Nui, whose chef husband also owns the revered Birchrunville Store Cafe.
Seven years later, it appears they’ve figured it out. The cozy cottage-style eatery continues to draw a devoted local following of families, working professionals and cyclists. The rural creekside location is the perfect stop-off for quick cup of a coffee — or spend a few hours savoring the croissant French toast, a crispy chicken sandwich or the vegan burger. You’re unlikely to escape without some of the most creatively decadent pastries around. We highly recommend the iced banana cake, the banoffee tart, the pecan sticky bun, and the mini butterscotch Bundt cake topped with caramel. 1406 Hollow Road, Birchrunville, (610) 827-0900.

More Nibbles: Paul Zippel and Mike Loveless found a first home for their Artillery Brewing Company in West Chester three years ago. After expanding to Drexel Hill last year, they’re venturing into Pottstown this summer. Expect the same sours, lagers, hazy IPAs and English bitters with Revolutionary names.
Ardmore’s beloved Delice et Chocolat is branching out to Wayne this fall. The French-themed pastry shop is taking over the former Wayne Fine Art & Framing location. 122 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne.
The folks behind Slow Hand and revivals of the Brickette Lounge, Jitters and Square Bar are expanding their portfolio to include Jolene’s in downtown West Chester. It will offer French bistro fare. 29 E. Gay St., West Chester.
And one of region’s most respected microbreweries has closed just short of its ninth birthday. Kennett Brewing Company’s Mark and Jossy Osbourne have decided to retire.
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