Yes, it’s true! The iconic South Jersey bakery in Haddon Township will make its triumphant return in early 2026.
Several media outlets reported yesterday that Tom Whitman, owner of Del Buono’s Bakery, has partnered with Doug Biemiller, head bakery and the grandson of the founders, to bring back the beloved bakery.
This comes as welcome news for South Jerseyans who were devastated by its closing last May.
Work is already underway inside the building to bring the beloved bakery into a new era. Upgrades to the equipment and improvements throughout the space are setting the stage for a smoother, more efficient operation—ensuring the legendary bakery will continue to thrive when it reopens.
Whitman and Biemiller have made it clear: everything that made McMillan’s Bakery a cherished institution will remain unchanged. The same recipes, the same ingredients, and the same iconic flavors—just elevated with modern enhancements behind the scenes.
For a nearly 90-year-old business, this is perhaps the best possible outcome. Partnering with an experienced bakery operator not only makes smart business sense, it safeguards a South Jersey legacy for generations to come.
Two iconic names in the local bakery world are joining forces, blending tradition with thoughtful innovation to keep the treasured treats that families have loved for decades alive and well.
Stay tuned for more updates as they become available, and you know we’ll be there with bells on when they re-open for a cream donut!
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