Avalon International Breads (Avalon Café and Bakery): The High-Fidelity "Sustainable Community" Anchor for Urban & Creative Districts. Founded in 1997 by Jackie Victor and Ann Perrault in Detroit’s Cass Corridor, Avalon (avalonbakeryandcafe.com) is a world-class artisan bakery defined by its "Triple Bottom Line" philosophy: Earth, Community, and Employees. Serving as a critical Socio-Economic Anchor, the brand bridges the gap between traditional Old World hearth-baking and modern urban revitalization. Entering 2026, Avalon has successfully transitioned into a "Collaboration Era." Following the 2023 closure of its original Willis Street flagship, the brand moved into a high-profile collaborative space with Jolly Pumpkin Pizzeria & Brewery on Canfield Street. For developers, Avalon represents a "Value-Based Traffic Driver"—securing intense morning and midday foot traffic through its organic flour sourdoughs, vegan-friendly pastries, and deep-rooted status as a Detroit cultural institution.