Yero Rudzinskas of Baltik’s Bagel: Richmond’s Breakout Hit

Just a year since opening its doors, Baltik’s Bagel in Richmond, Virginia has transformed from an unknown upstart to a local favorite, boasting lines out the door and energizing a new wave of bagel lovers in the region. But behind the accolades—including being named "Best New Restaurant in Richmond"—is a story about grit, family, and saying no to the status quo.