The highlight of this bakery and cafe is without a doubt the ever-changing selection of sweet and savory pies and cookies. They’re made using only local, seasonal produce and French butter, and are truly artistic creations: one day the menu might have buckwheat chocolate cookies, grapefruit black pepper meringue, and black bean & green chili pie. Sister has a reputation among locals that extends beyond the suburbs. It's not unusual for the pies to sell out before closing time.
The second outpost of the popular Rochester coffeehouse, Dessert Oasis Coffee in the Capitol Park is among the top spots in the city for caffeine lovers. The cavernous, industrial setting ensures that it never looks crowded even when it is a full house. Beans are roasted to perfection on-site to unlock its flavors for a cup of artisanal java. Even their cold brews are a delight to sip. Their decadent desserts are equally notable. Baked daily, they are the sweet indulgence you need with your cuppa. They also serve pour-overs. Nightly live music by local musicians add to the entertainment factor of this place.
Established in 1971, Astoria Pastry Shop has been delighting Detroit residents with a scrumptious selection of desserts and pastries for many years. Voted as the Best Bakery on many occasions, you won't be able to resist selecting a treat from its rows and rows of decadent desserts. Try the Greek pastries like baklava for something a little different than the usual cookies and brownies. Seating is limited, but it's an excellent place for take-out.
Sweet Potato Sensations is the place to be to indulge your sweet tooth and bring a variety of baked sweet potato delights to the city of Detroit. This family-owned eatery has been serving freshly baked cakes, cookies, and pies for over thirty years and is raved about by the locals. Also on offer are some perfect savory eats including soups, wings, sandwiches, and a local favorite, the black-eyed pea soup. The service is always quick and friendly and the food is very reasonably priced and delicious and will keep you coming back for more.
Located in Dearborn, people flock to this popular bakery for a taste of one of their delicious desserts. Featuring both European-style pastries and traditional Middle Eastern treats, you cannot leave without trying the pistachio baklawa or cheese katayif. Shatila also produces a line of well-loved Middle Eastern ice creams. Be prepared though - because this place is very popular, there's no way to avoid the long lines.
With a mission to provide delicious dessert items to its visitors in a clean environment, Kitty's Cheesecake was established bu LaDawn Morris-Daniels. Tease your taste buds with delectable dishes with cheesecakes like Banana Pudding, Black Walnut, Cookie Dough, German Chocolate, Strawberry Ciroc or pound cakes in flavors of lemon, blueberry, and marble. Patrons usually praise the outlet for the appetizing dessert as well as the friendly and kind staff.
If your a cupcake lover then do visit the Pink Elephant Cupcakes, one of the most popular sweet stores in the vicinity. They offer regular as well as seasonal flavored cupcakes. A few include the Signature Pink Elephant, Scarlet O'Hara, Champagne, Neapolitan, Key Lime, Carmel Apple, Cinnamon Walnut, Carrot, and Mamacita. They also take party orders so you can treat your guests with some delicious cupcakes.
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