Buckingham Cafe To Celebrate Bastille Day This Weekend

BUCKINGHAM TOWNSHIP, PA — The Aurora Bistro at the Buckingham Greene Shopping Center on Route 2o2 is celebrating Bastille Day this weekend.

During the two-day celebration from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 13 and Sunday, July 14, owner Dawn McDonald will be offering French-inspired foods including galettes, quiche, croissants, crepes and assorted pastries.

Specialty drinks will include cafe au laite, cafe noisette, and espresso.

Bastille Day, also known as French National Day, marks the anniversary of the fall of the Bastille, in Paris on July 14, 1789 . Originally built as a medieval fortress, the Bastille eventually came to be used as a state prison.

The French-inspired cafe offers a variety of pastries including croissants, sweet and savory galettes, and assorted European-style cookies and desserts. For breakfast and brunch, the bistro serves classic French entrees such as Croque Monsieur, Brioche French toast, and quiches, along with daily specials featuring soup, salad, quiche, or sandwiches.

Aurora is also known for its coffee selection. Sourced from vendors committed to sustainable farming practices, the cafe's coffee beans are free from synthetic pesticides. Offerings include Au Lait and Espresso beverages served with dairy or plant-based milk alternatives. Additionally, the bistro serves an array of organic teas, including Chai and Chai Tea lattes.