NuLu gets a taste of New York as Magnolia Bakery opens

Alex SuckowLOUISVILLE, Ky. —

A popular New York bakery is officially ready for business in Louisville.

Magnolia Bakery opened its NuLu location on Tuesday, adding to the areas budding foodie scene.

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It is on East Market Street near Sake A Go Go, Muth’s Candies and Louisville Cream.

The bakery is known for its famous banana pudding, cupcakes, cookies and other homemade treats.

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It gained a following after appearing in an episode of “Sex and the City,” specifically when Carrie Bradshaw famously declared she was over Big whilst eating a cupcake.

Since then, it has expanded to several major cities like Chicago and Los Angeles.

Louisville is the second franchise store.

Magnolia Bakery is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. It’s open until 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.