Mara Fortin and her daughters Kendall and Karyn opened Kendall's Kitchen World Kafe at 1808 Garnet Ave in Pacific Beach (92109) on November 17, 2024, bringing a Czech-inspired world bakery to the space that Charlie's Best Bread occupied for more than 30 years. Fortin is no newcomer to San Diego's food scene: she previously owned and operated multiple Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise locations across the city before selling them in 2019 to pursue a more personal culinary venture. The bakery draws from European baking traditions, anchored by traditional Czech kolaches, savory sausage rolls inspired by Continental street food, artisan cookies, and locally produced bread, all paired with coffee prepared in the unhurried European kafé tradition. The menu rotates frequently to spotlight different regions and their signature baked goods, so repeat visitors encounter new items alongside the kolache and cookie staples. Fortin expanded into both the original Charlie's space and the adjacent suite, remodeling the interior into what she describes as an enchanted forest with European-style chandeliers. Those who appreciate Continental flavors will also want to explore Enoteca Adriano for Italian-inspired fare elsewhere in Pacific Beach. Kendall's Kitchen operates from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. most days, closing on Tuesdays, with extended hours to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. The bakery sits inside Pacific Plaza off Garnet Avenue, sharing a parking lot that makes quick stops convenient for the morning rush. Gluten-free options are available, and the cafe offers Wi-Fi for those who want to linger over a cup. Named after Fortin's eldest daughter, the shop reflects the family's time spent as regular customers of Charlie's and their desire to honor the gathering-place tradition that bakery established in PB. Another beloved bakery destination in the neighborhood is The French Gourmet on Turquoise Street, which has served the area for decades with its own French-rooted pastry program.