Little Walter’s and The Bakery Serve a Six-Course Surprise

Philly’s eclectic food scene welcomes a one-night-only collaboration that will be both personal and unforgettable. On Wednesday, September 10, Little Walter’s and The Bakery will present a six-course blind tasting dinner that’s poised to ignite South Philly’s culinary pulse. The event, hosted at The Bakery’s intimate space at 2300 S. 3rd Street, brings together two of Philly’s most respected culinary creatives: Chef Michael Brenfleck of Little Walter’s and Rocco Weiss of The Bakery.

Little Walter’s and The Bakery: A Fusion of Heritage and Vision

This collaborative dinner between Little Walter’s and The Bakery builds upon Rocco Weiss’ newly launched After Hours by Rocco series—monthly blind tasting experiences that push beyond pastries and coffee into the territory of refined, experimental dining. The September event marks the first time Weiss has brought in an outside chef, and it’s no accident that he tapped Brenfleck, whose reputation for reinventing Polish cuisine has made Little Walter’s a go-to in East Kensington.

Little Walter’s, tucked away on Hagert Street, is known for house-made pierogi ruskie, grilled kielbasa, and sourdough rye that’s as authentic as it is artful. Brenfleck brings that same commitment to bold flavors and local sourcing to this collaboration, introducing a rich, savory edge to Weiss’ typically Italian-leaning offerings. For Weiss, this is a moment to celebrate Whitman’s Polish roots and address a longstanding culinary void in the area.

The Bakery, on the other hand, is no stranger to reinvention. Housed in a space once occupied by iconic neighborhood staples like Heirs Bakery and Baker Brothers, it pays homage to its predecessors with hand-cut donuts and an evolving craft coffee menu. On Fridays, the space transforms with Sicilian pies, and on Sundays, it’s all about tomato pie. But with Little Walter’s and The Bakery, it becomes something new—a canvas for cross-cultural flavor and story-driven cuisine.

Together, these two chefs are creating more than just a meal. They’re crafting a celebration of heritage, innovation, and the kind of neighborly collaboration that makes Philadelphia’s dining scene truly exceptional.

Little Walter’s and The Bakery Deliver a South Philly Culinary First

This 6:30 PM seating will accommodate only 20 guests, making it an exclusive and immersive affair. What’s on the menu? That’s part of the magic. The tasting is completely blind—no sneak peeks—but what we do know is this: guests will be treated to a deeply layered blend of Polish culinary heritage and Italian-American nostalgia. The menu is a reflection of Brenfleck’s Eastern European roots and Weiss’s reverence for South Philly’s old-school bakery tradition. It’s a natural pairing that goes far beyond trend—it’s community-driven cuisine at its most soulful.

Reservations are required and will go live at 6 PM on Wednesday, September 3, via The Bakery’s Instagram bio. With a ticket price of $125 per person and BYOB encouraged, this is a culinary invitation that seasoned food lovers and adventurous diners alike won’t want to miss.

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