Incredible Meridian, Idaho Bakeries
This holiday season we get all the free passes we want to indulge in Christmas treats and festive favorites. There is no better gift for the ones you love and are missing this season than a sweet treat or two, or twelve! This is also a perfect time to indulge in some of our favorite Meridian bakeries and share some local treats with those near and far. Take a break, hang up the apron, curl up in front of the fire and let some of our favorite Meridian bakeries do the work.
Looking to really impress a special someone? James Beard nominated chef Lincoln Carson gained world acclaim for his Los Angeles bakery. Now those looking to sample his incredible creations must look to Merite right here in Meridian, Idaho. Freshly made each morning, these deserts are equal parts culinary genius and artistic wonder. The menu has something for everyone; Passionfruit Panna Cotta is exotic and refreshing, the Tarte St. Honore is an unforgettable indulgence, the famous S’Mores Milk Chocolate is a treat like none other. Your friends near and far will be thanking you for introducing them to this Meridian bakery.
‘Tis the season to enjoy cinnamon rolls! Really there’s never a time not to love a cinnamon roll. These make a great gift and Meridian is home to a bakery that creates beautifully large cinnamon rolls fresh every morning. Little Kitchen Pastries on Main Street has cinnamon rolls large enough to grow any Grinch’s heart. The Danish Fruit Braids are a staple on our holiday table. They are baking delicious pastries all year but the holidays are an especially great time to share this local favorite with your family and friends.
Nothing Bundt Cakes has a whole assortment of choices just focused on the holidays. The quality of their ingredients, delicious recipes, and creative creations have garnered nation wide acclaim. While they have locations all across America, if you want to try their famous creations in here Idaho, look no further than Meridian. Their “Baking Spirits Bright” cake is the perfect show piece to brighten any holiday table. A dozen “Ugly Sweater Bundtinis” will bring laughter and cheer. Clever and delicious, there is something here for everyone looking for a special holiday treat.
Leave the baking to our world class local bakers this year and take the extra time to add thoughtful gestures to let those around you know how much you have missed them this crazy year. Here are our top three tips to adding special touches to your baked holiday gifts.
Make your own bow. Deliver these sweet treats with a homemade bow on top. From the thoughtful and simple to the impressively complex, homemade bows are a thoughtful touch.
Paint the plate. As your locally baked treats are enjoyed the emptying plate will reveal a one-of-a-kind creation from you that can be enjoyed for many seasons to come.
Write a note. The only thing sweeter than these incredible treats is a thoughtful handwritten note. This is a great opportunity to let someone know what you missed about them, or to share a favorite memory from holidays past as you look forward to a bright future.