Top 5 Bakeries in New York
4. Amy’s Bread
For someone with an Economic and Psychology background, baking seems like a profession from Pluto. But Amy Scherber knew where her interests lie and decided to start baking than to work at a marketing firm. Having worked in France for 3 years, Amy started Amy’s Bread in 1992. The venture was an immediate hit and is today well known for its handmade breads, made using only natural ingredients.
Their signature bread, Semolina with Golden Raisins and Fennel is a unique combination of flavor and texture. The crunch of the cornmeal from the outside and the sweetness of the raisins and fennel seeds make it a must try. Their other breads that top the charts are Organic Miche, French Baguettes, and Black Olive Twists etc. Also try their delicious morning pastries including scones, croissants etc, and self-indulgent cookies, sandwiches made with freshly baked bread, brownies, cupcakes and old-fashioned layer cakes. You can visit them at 3 locations viz. in Hell’s Kitchen, Chelsea Market, or The Village.
5. Baked
With such an obvious name for a bakery, Baked have got their formula right when it comes to desserts. Having spent most part of their youth in advertising, owners Matt Lewis & Renato Poliafito came together to pursue their love for cakes, muffins and brownies. Baked has been featured in many food & beverage shows including ‘The Martha Stewart’ show and the ‘Today’ show. In spite of being located in Brooklyn, Baked has a steady and regular flow of customers coming back for their brownies, chocolate chip cookies and the best cupcakes this side of town.
Do not give their sweet and salty brownies a miss; it is just the right mix of the sweetness of chocolate and the unknown subtleness of fleur de sel (sea salt) that hits you later, infused with caramel. They are also known for having the best cupcakes in town with a moist cake base, just the right amount of frosting and living up to its name. Try from many of their signature flavors including lemon drop, sweet and salty, Oreo, green tea, banana, creme de menthe, caramel apple etc. The next time you are in Brooklyn, give that sweet tooth a well deserved treat.
Apart from the ones listed above, NYC is home to some of the best bakers and confectioners. The Big Apple will surprise you with the variety and spread of some of the world’s best desserts and best. The next time you are in New York you know where to head for some ‘Sindulgence’.
