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Meet the Burlington Owners
Scott and Kim Gauld have been neighbours to Budapest Bakeshop for six years. They watched the lineups, tasted the product, and got to know Todd and Anett personally. For years, the running joke was simple: when you’re ready to franchise, we’re your first call.
That call came. Burlington is next.
What Exactly Is a Chimney Cake?
That warm, caramelized smell hits you from half a block away. By the time you find it, you’re not going anywhere until you’ve had one.
Chimney cake has been a staple of Hungarian street food culture for over 300 years. So why has most of North America never had one? And what exactly happens when a chimney cake is made the right way? This is where you start.
Sweet or Savoury? The Great Debate
Sweet or savoury? It’s the question that comes up at the counter more than almost any other.
First-timers ask because they don’t know where to start. Regulars ask because they’ve already picked a side. The answer, once you’ve had both, is the same every time. These aren’t two flavours of the same thing. They’re two completely different experiences that happen to share the same dough.
Meet the Collingwood Owners
Bronwen Parry didn’t discover chimney cakes through a food blog. She grew up eating them. Her Hungarian grandmother brought kürtőskalács to every family gathering she can remember. When she and Marcello tasted what Todd and Anett built, it clicked immediately.
Collingwood wasn’t a market they researched. It was home.
The Budapest Bakeshop Story
There’s a moment that happens to almost everyone who walks into a Budapest Bakeshop for the first time. They watch the dough being hand-rolled. They see the cakes turning in the oven. And then they take a bite. And they stop.
That moment is not an accident. This is the story of how Budapest Bakeshop came to be, and why it keeps selling out everywhere it opens.
Authentic Hungarian chimney cakes. Home of the world's first savoury chimney sandwich. Hand-rolled, baked fresh daily. Franchising across North America.
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What is a chimney cake?
What is a savoury chimney sandwich?
The Savoury Chimney Sandwich is Budapest Bakeshop's signature invention and the world's first. It takes the same hand-rolled, freshly baked chimney cake dough and fills it with bold savoury ingredients like Hungarian sausage and aged cheddar. Warm, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and completely unlike anything else in North America.
What flavours does Budapest Bakeshop have?
Budapest Bakeshop offers both sweet and savoury chimney cakes. Permanent sweet staples include Cinnamon Sugar and Nutella Walnut. On the savoury side, the Classic Aged Cheddar Chimney Sandwich is always available. Seasonal specials rotate regularly so there is always something new to try.
Are Budapest Bakeshop chimney cakes made fresh daily?
Does Budapest Bakeshop sell out?
Can I order Budapest Bakeshop online?
Yes. Budapest Bakeshop accepts online orders. Visit our website or call your nearest location to place an order. Online ordering is especially recommended during peak season when we sell out regularly.
Does Budapest Bakeshop offer catering?
Yes. Budapest Bakeshop caters corporate events, weddings, birthdays, and brand activations. Select location and call to place your catering order:
Niagara-on-the-Lake: Call 905-468-7778
Port Dalhousie: Call 905-646-9444
Please have the following information ready:
- Date and time of your event
- Number of people
- Desired menu items
Does Budapest Bakeshop have gift cards?
Yes. Budapest Bakeshop offers beautifully designed physical gift cards, perfect for birthdays, holidays, thank yous, or any occasion. Purchase your gift cards in-store.
Who founded Budapest Bakeshop?
Budapest Bakeshop was founded by Todd and Anett Kane in 2019. Anett grew up in Hungary where chimney cakes were part of everyday life at holiday markets and celebrations. After moving to North America, she and Todd built Budapest Bakeshop to bring authentic Hungarian chimney cakes to North American communities, with Anett developing all recipes entirely from scratch. The first location opened in 2020 in Niagara on the Lake, Ontario.
Is Budapest Bakeshop a franchise?
Yes. Budapest Bakeshop is now franchising across the United States, Canada, and select international markets. It is a founder-led brand built on authentic recipes, proprietary systems, and a commitment to quality over rapid expansion. Visit our Franchise page to learn more about bringing Budapest Bakeshop to your community.