Perenn -- Reno, NV (Bakery & Cafe)

When I first discovered Perenn many years ago, there were only two locations in the state of Nevada. Now there are more than seven locations across two states, and they're still growing. It's amazing how the quality of food and customer service remain consistent throughout all their locations. 

So far, I've been to three of those locations. This visit was at "Rancharrah", located at 7750 Rancharrah Blvd, in Reno. This space is a bit small-ish, with open seating and if one doesn't get there before 10am, a long line out the door. But with the quick service, the wait isn't too long, and the reward at the end of the wait, is fantastic coffee and food.


https://perennbakery.com/


Here some of the things I've enjoyed.

Cappuccino. My favorite go-to coffee drink. This on was made with the right amount of coffee beans with the right amount of full-fat milk and foam. A great way to start the day.

Plain Croissant. The word "plain" is just to separate the beginnings of tasty delights within the category of croissant, as Perenn makes and bakes enough croissant varieties to make one's head spin. This foundational treat had layers of flaky, then moist and buttery mouthfuls. 

Breakfast Sandwich. A highly customizable dish, I opted for the croissant bun on this day, but a house made English muffin, which I'm sure would have been divine, was the other bread option. The croissant was crisp and flaky, as all their croissants, and moist and buttery on the inside. Also in the mix was sausage, egg souffle and gently melted cheddar cheese. A bit dainty in size, but perfect for the one with a light appetite, who still wants to eat well. 

Turkish Eggs. A delicious plate of sunny-side up eggs that floated in a bath of whipped garlic yogurt. The other well-crafted accouterments were tahini sauce, warmed Aleppo Pepper butter, charred tomatoes, and addictively crispy chickpeas. The mint and dill herb oil added a lovely green color as well as aroma. The grilled sourdough bread did a great job sopping up all the juices and made this a fulfilling meal.

I would happily visit any of these locations again and again. The option for takeaway and delivery also makes this an easy choice for a weekend at home.