Sept. 16. By Donna Randazzo. A new French bakery on Statesville Avenue brings an authentic taste of France to Cornelius. Cocotte sold out an array of fresh-bake goods within two hours of opening in August.

Owners Alexandre Darbousset and Angela Yeo use flour from Grands Moulins de Paris, baking croissants, pastries, flan and breads daily.

Also on the menu: Sandwiches, macarons, madeleines, babka and chocolate eclairs.

Quotable:

“We discovered Lake Norman and immediately fell in love with it! The area seemed perfect for our family of four—beautiful scenery, four distinct seasons, great schools, excellent food with already great restaurants and local businesses, and, to our surprise, no French bakery,” said Angela Yeo, co-owner.

The business was in the planning stages for two years.

Address: 9623 Bailey Rd, Suite 110, Cornelius

Hours:

Mon: 8 am to 3 pm
Tues: Closed
Wed to Sat: 8 am to 3 pm
Sunday: 9 am to 3 pm

More info: www.cocottebakery.com