News, Recipes & Stories
Updates from Mumu's — what's new, what's coming, and a peek behind the counter.
Gift Cards at Mumu's Cafe: How They Work
Buy a Mumu's eGift card online, then use it at checkout, with or without an account. Here's how buying, balances, and redeeming work.
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Breakfast Croissants & Sandwiches at Mumu's
Looking for a croissant or sandwich for breakfast in Troy, NY? Here's everything on Mumu's croissant and ciabatta sandwich menu — from egg-and-cheese classics to a chocolate-stuffed option — and exactly what's in each.
Vegetarian Breakfast & Lunch Options at Mumu's
Looking for a vegetarian breakfast or lunch in Troy, NY? Here are five meatless picks on Mumu's menu — stuffed wraps, pesto panini, and a loaded bagel — and exactly what's in each.
Mediterranean Breakfast in Troy, NY: What's On Our Plate
Looking for a Mediterranean breakfast in Troy, NY? Here's what's on ours, and how it connects to the wider Mediterranean breakfast tradition.
Corporate & Event Catering in Troy, NY: A Practical Guide
What we cater, how far in advance to book, and where our catering delivery reaches — the short version before you fill out a request.
The Best Breakfast in Troy, NY (According to Regulars)
Three dishes regulars order most — the Turkish Breakfast Plate, Nutella-stuffed French toast, and Brussels waffles — and why each is worth trying.
What Is a Turkish Breakfast? A Guide to Kahvaltı
Kahvaltı literally means "before coffee" — and it's one of the most generous, unhurried breakfast traditions in the world.
The History of the American Breakfast
Bacon and eggs weren't always the default — a surprising amount of the American breakfast plate was shaped by 20th-century marketing.
Behind Our Turkish Breakfast Plate
Simit, fresh cheeses, olives, house-made spreads, and real Turkish pastries — our most requested plate, explained.
The Story Behind Our Nutella-Stuffed French Toast
Our most-photographed dish started as a house batter experiment — and never left the menu.
Brussels Waffles 101: Why We Make Ours From Scratch
Crispy outside, soft inside — the small technical reasons a Brussels waffle is built differently than a standard American one.
A Guide to Mumu's Pastry Case
Flaky croissants, house-made cheesecakes, and real Turkish sweets — everything in the case, baked fresh, not shipped in.
Simit, Börek, and Şekerpare: A Turkish Pastry Primer
Three staples of Turkish baking, and what actually makes each one different from its closest American cousin.
Turkish Tea vs. Turkish Coffee: Know the Difference
One is the everyday drink of a Turkish breakfast table. The other is a ceremony. Here's how to tell them apart.
Why We Chose Troy, NY
A small café with big menu ambitions, in a city built for walking in and staying a while.
A Walk Around Downtown Troy
Grab breakfast, then take the historic district on foot — Troy's downtown is built for exactly that.
Meet Uncle Sam: Troy's Most Famous Export
The national symbol of the United States started as a Troy meatpacker stamping barrels "U.S."
Behind the Counter: A Day in the Life at Mumu's
What it actually takes to run a six-seat café with a menu this wide, before the doors even open.
From Family Recipes to Your Table: Mumu's Story
Founded in 2020 on homemade recipes and the idea that a small café could still offer a big menu.
How to Order Ahead for a Stress-Free Morning
Pick pickup or delivery right from the homepage, and skip the wait entirely.
Earn While You Eat: How My Mumu Rewards Works
A free account, credits on every order, and the occasional free coffee voucher — no card to carry, no catch.