As a true pandemic story, Kismet Bagels came on the scene in 2020 after Alexandra & Jacob began experimenting with bread and bagels out of sheer boredom in their home kitchen after the pandemic took away both of their incomes as well as access to foods they craved. Just as kismet, aka destiny, brought these two childhood crushes together after 20+ years apart, bagels became their livelihood and passion after both their careers where put on hold. Hear how these two have manifested their destiny and created a dynamic relationship with Philadelphia’s food community and how they have philanthropy and generosity, baked into their recipe for success.