British-born woman saw a Knead in Scituate. Find out what she opened to fill it

SCITUATE – A new bakery and bistro in Scituate has released the kraken, along with serpents, sirens, mermaids and minnows.

The mythology-inspired smoothie bowls are among the menu items available by owner, chef and award-winning baker and cake designer Victoria Donnelly at Knead Bakery and Bistro at 133 Front St. The renovated space is located at the former Harborside Nutrition.

Victoria Donnelly's bread cred

Food Network fans may recognize Donnelly and some of her sweeter offerings from her 2010 win on "Cupcake Wars" with her Blue Velvet cupcake and placing as a runner up on the network's "Sweet Genius" show.

She has also left her mark on Boston and the South Shore's culinary scene.

In addition to being the former owner of Cakeology in Boston, Donnelly has been awarded Best Cupcake at the New England Dessert Showcase and named as both the Boston Globe's "Millennials to Watch" and Stars' "40 under 40 awards."

Donnelly, a mother of two, is also a former member of Le Cordon Bleu Boston's Advisory Board.

Knead goes beyond breads and pastries

Knead, which opened last month, prepares everything from scratch and focuses on sourdough breads, breakfast pastries, party cakes and traditional patisserie (French pastries). The shop also offers salads, the aforementioned smoothie bowls and sandwiches, according to a press release announcing its opening.

Knead serves open-faced sandwiches – or "tartines" – with Mediterranean-inspired toppings on a thick slice of homemade sourdough toast. Some staples include croque monsieur – a hot French sandwich made with ham and cheese – heirloom caprese and a spicy spinach Caesar tartine.

The eatery will also offer prepared foods for grab-and-go dinners and catering boards to include charcuterie, brunch, desserts and crudité with homemade dips and breads. Gluten-free options are available daily, as are custom orders.

Partnerships include Hornstra Farms in Norwell

Knead is partnering with Rare Breed Coffee in New Hampshire to serve a full menu of organic espresso drinks and prepared meal delivery service Clandestine Kitchen to offer organic soups daily.

The company's menu includes dairy offerings from Hornstra Farms in Norwell.

Coming attractions: Tea times and more

A weekend "Bubbles and Brunch" is set to begin in the coming months. Baking and decorating classes will also be offered.

Knead plans to offer online ordering soon.

The British-born Donnelly plans to include a touch of home by hosting ticketed British afternoon teas monthly as well as for holidays and special events. Private teas will also be an option for bridal or baby showers, birthdays and other special occasions.

Knead Bakery and Bistro hours

Knead Bakery and Bistro is open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday and is closed on Monday. Visit Kneadkitchen.com for its menu and more information.

This article originally appeared on The Patriot Ledger: Food Network winner Victoria Donnelly opens Knead Bakery and Bistro