Cafe Velora Menu

Breakfast Pastries

Morning pastries made with plant butters, oat or soy milk and no eggs.

• Lemon Poppy Seed SconeVegetarian · VeganCrumbly-edged scone with bright lemon zest and poppy seeds, finished with a tart glaze made from fresh lemon juice.
• Banana BreadVegetarian · VeganDense, moist loaf built on very ripe bananas and brown sugar, often with walnuts or chocolate chips folded through.
• Vegan CroissantVegetarian · VeganLaminated pastry made with cultured plant-based butter, shattering into crisp, golden flakes over a honeycombed, buttery-tasting interior.
• Cinnamon RollVegetarian · VeganSoft, pillowy yeasted swirl filled with brown sugar and cinnamon, topped with a thick cashew or coconut cream frosting.
• Blueberry MuffinVegetarian · VeganDomed muffin bursting with blueberries, made with oat milk and a crunchy sugar-crumb top over a moist, tender crumb.
• Pain au ChocolatVegetarian · VeganRectangular laminated pastry wrapped around two batons of dark chocolate, crisp outside and flaky within.

Doughnuts

Yeast and cake doughnuts made without dairy or eggs, glazed and filled in rotating flavors.

• Apple FritterVegetarian · VeganIrregular fried dough studded with cinnamon apple chunks, crisp in the crevices and chewy in the middle, under sweet glaze.
• Classic Glazed DoughnutVegetarian · VeganAiry yeast-raised ring fried until lightly golden and dipped in a thin vanilla glaze that sets into a crackly sheen.
• Boston Cream DoughnutVegetarian · VeganPillowy filled doughnut piped with vanilla custard made from plant milk and topped with dark chocolate ganache.
• Maple BarVegetarian · VeganLong yeast-raised bar coated in a thick maple glaze, soft and chewy with a caramel-like sweetness.
• Old-Fashioned Cake DoughnutVegetarian · VeganCraggy-edged cake doughnut with a crunchy, cracked surface and a tender, nutmeg-scented crumb that holds its glaze.
• Raspberry Jelly DoughnutVegetarian · VeganSugar-rolled round filled with tart raspberry jam, soft and squishy with a pleasantly chewy bite.

Cookies & Bars

Cookies and bars baked with plant-based fats and flax or aquafaba in place of eggs.

• Coconut MacaroonVegetarian · VeganChewy mound of shredded coconut bound with aquafaba and sugar, toasted at the tips and dipped in chocolate.
• Chocolate Chip CookieVegetarian · VeganThick, chewy cookie with crisp golden edges, pockets of dairy-free dark chocolate and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
• Oatmeal Raisin CookieVegetarian · VeganHearty rolled-oat cookie with plump raisins, warm cinnamon and a hint of molasses, soft-centered with lightly toasted edges.
• Peanut Butter CookieVegetarian · VeganCrumbly, fork-pressed cookie made with roasted peanut butter and coconut oil, rich, sandy-textured and pleasantly salty-sweet.
• Fudgy BrownieVegetarian · VeganDense, gooey-centered square with a shiny crackled top, made with cocoa and melted dairy-free chocolate.
• SnickerdoodleVegetarian · VeganSoft cookie rolled in cinnamon sugar, with a pillowy center, crinkled top and gentle tang.
• Raspberry Oat BarVegetarian · VeganButtery-tasting oat crumble base and topping sandwiching a layer of tart raspberry jam, cut into squares.

Cakes & Cupcakes

Layer cakes and cupcakes frosted with plant-based buttercream.

• Red Velvet CakeVegetarian · VeganTender cocoa-tinged cake with a deep red crumb, layered with a tangy cream cheese-style frosting made from cultured plant ingredients.
• Lemon Olive Oil CakeVegetarian · VeganSingle-layer cake made with fruity olive oil and lemon zest, moist and fragrant under a simple citrus glaze.
• Chocolate Mousse CakeVegetarian · VeganRich layers of chocolate cake and airy whipped chocolate mousse made from coconut cream or silken tofu.
• Chocolate Fudge CupcakeVegetarian · VeganMoist chocolate cupcake topped with a tall swirl of silky cocoa buttercream made from plant butter.
• Vanilla Bean CupcakeVegetarian · VeganLight, springy vanilla cupcake speckled with real vanilla bean and frosted with fluffy dairy-free buttercream.
• Carrot CakeVegetarian · VeganSpiced layer cake with shredded carrots, raisins and walnuts, frosted with a tangy cashew-based cream cheese frosting.

Breads

Naturally plant-based breads leavened with yeast or sourdough starter.

• Cinnamon Raisin SwirlVegetarian · VeganSoft, lightly sweet sandwich loaf swirled with cinnamon sugar and plump raisins, made for toasting and spreading with jam.
• Sourdough BouleVegetarian · VeganSlow-fermented round with a blistered, dark crust and an open, chewy crumb with a mild, lingering tang.
• Seeded Whole Wheat LoafVegetarian · VeganHearty whole wheat sandwich bread packed with sunflower, flax, pumpkin and sesame seeds for nutty depth and a satisfying chew.
• BaguetteVegetarian · VeganClassic French stick with a crackling crust and airy, creamy-colored interior, made only from flour, water, yeast and salt.
• Rosemary FocacciaVegetarian · VeganOlive oil-soaked flatbread dimpled by hand and topped with fresh rosemary and flaky salt, crisp-bottomed with an airy, open crumb.

Savory

Plant-based savory bakes for lunch and grab-and-go.

• Roasted Vegetable Focaccia SandwichVegetarian · VeganSplit focaccia layered with roasted red peppers, zucchini, eggplant and a bright basil pesto made without cheese, served at room temperature.
• Plant-Based Sausage RollVegetarian · VeganFlaky puff pastry wrapped around seasoned plant-based sausage with sage, fennel and onion, baked golden and sliced into hand-held pieces.
• Tofu QuicheVegetarian · VeganSilken tofu custard with spinach, mushrooms and caramelized onion in a crisp pastry shell, savory and eggless.
• Chickpea Curry Hand PieVegetarian · VeganHalf-moon pastry stuffed with chickpeas, potato and spinach in a turmeric and cumin curry, sealed with a crimped edge and baked crisp.
• Everything Bagel with Cashew Cream CheeseVegetarian · VeganChewy boiled bagel coated in seeds, garlic and onion, spread with a tangy cultured cashew cream cheese.

Soups

Daily soups served by the cup or bowl, often with a slice of bread on the side.

• Lentil vegetable soupVegan · Gluten-freeHearty soup of brown lentils, carrots, celery and tomato with cumin and thyme; earthy and filling.
• New England clam chowderSavoryCreamy chowder with clams, potatoes, onion and a touch of bacon, thick enough to coat a spoon.
• Tomato basil bisqueVegetarian · Gluten-freeSmooth, creamy tomato soup brightened with fresh basil; a natural partner for a grilled cheese or a hunk of baguette.
• Broccoli cheddar soupVegetarianThick, velvety soup of tender broccoli florets in a sharp cheddar base, often served in a sourdough bread bowl.
• Chicken noodle soupSavoryClear, savory broth with shredded chicken, wide egg noodles, carrots, celery and fresh parsley; homestyle, warming and gently seasoned.
• French onion soupSavoryDeeply caramelized onions in beef broth, topped with a toasted crouton and a blistered cap of melted Gruyère.

Drinks

• MochaVegetarianEspresso, chocolate sauce, and steamed milk, sometimes crowned with whipped cream; a dessert-leaning drink balancing cocoa richness with coffee bite.
• Cold brewVeganCoarse grounds steeped in cold water for twelve hours or more, yielding a smooth, low-acid concentrate served over ice with chocolatey undertones.
• Iced vanilla latteVegetarianChilled espresso and cold milk shaken or poured over ice with vanilla syrup; a sweet, refreshing staple of bakery counters in warm months.
• Hot chocolateVegetarianSteamed milk whisked with cocoa or melted chocolate, frequently topped with whipped cream or marshmallows; a caffeine-free favorite for kids with a cookie.
• Chai latteVegetarianSpiced black tea concentrate with cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and clove, combined with steamed or iced milk for a warming, gently sweet cup.
• Flat whiteVegetarianA smaller, stronger cousin of the latte: a double ristretto under silky, barely-foamed milk for a dense texture and pronounced coffee flavor.