Patissiere & Vienoisserie:
This a gallery of some of the European pastries and tortes available by commission or as featured items at the Farmer's Market. It is a digital stroll into a Boulangerie and a place for culinary ideas to enhance your special gathering or event - an adventure gastronomique. The offerings are arranged by daypart or course. These items are all baked by preorder.
This a gallery of some of the European pastries and tortes available by commission or as featured items at the Farmer's Market. It is a digital stroll into a Boulangerie and a place for culinary ideas to enhance your special gathering or event - an adventure gastronomique. The offerings are arranged by daypart or course. These items are all baked by preorder.
A Good Morning
Kanelsnurrer - Cinnamon & Cardamom Twists - Norway
I like to call these Norske Knots. These are a soft Danish like pastry with an aromatic blend of cinnamon and cardamom but not overly sweet. Kanelsnurrer are popular throughout Scandinavia. $8.00 (sold in 6 packs)
I like to call these Norske Knots. These are a soft Danish like pastry with an aromatic blend of cinnamon and cardamom but not overly sweet. Kanelsnurrer are popular throughout Scandinavia. $8.00 (sold in 6 packs)
Korvapuustit - Finland
Here are Finnish Korvapuustit or Korvapuusti which roughly translates to "slapped ears". I don't know about ears but I do know these will slap you silly with flavor. These are a light pastry flavored with a blend of cinnamon and cardamom and they make a fun addition to your morning coffee. $8.00 (sold in 6 packs)
Here are Finnish Korvapuustit or Korvapuusti which roughly translates to "slapped ears". I don't know about ears but I do know these will slap you silly with flavor. These are a light pastry flavored with a blend of cinnamon and cardamom and they make a fun addition to your morning coffee. $8.00 (sold in 6 packs)
Danish - Austria / Denmark
Danish were originaly brought to Denmark by Austrians and are a type of viennoiserie. These are created by locking in layer after layer of butter into a soft pastry dough - similar to the process for making croissants. The pinwheel shape works perfectly for tearing off bite sized morsels of rich pastry, fruit preserves, and icing. $2.00 ea (sold in 4 packs)
Danish were originaly brought to Denmark by Austrians and are a type of viennoiserie. These are created by locking in layer after layer of butter into a soft pastry dough - similar to the process for making croissants. The pinwheel shape works perfectly for tearing off bite sized morsels of rich pastry, fruit preserves, and icing. $2.00 ea (sold in 4 packs)
Kolaches - Czech & Great Britain
I remember enjoying these treats when I was a child, especially when my family lived in Wisconsin, but I have lived in some places where folks were unfamiliar with this tasty pastry. Kolache versions can be filled with chunky apple filling, apricot preserves, lemon curd, or other types of filling, then topped with lemon oil and nutmeg infused flat icing and a sprinkle of streusel. $8.00 (sold in 6 packs)
I remember enjoying these treats when I was a child, especially when my family lived in Wisconsin, but I have lived in some places where folks were unfamiliar with this tasty pastry. Kolache versions can be filled with chunky apple filling, apricot preserves, lemon curd, or other types of filling, then topped with lemon oil and nutmeg infused flat icing and a sprinkle of streusel. $8.00 (sold in 6 packs)
Chelsea Buns - Great Britain
Chelsea Buns. These go back to the 1700s and the Chelsea Bun House, a popular destination for British Royalty, King George II, and King George III. The Bun House was also a purveyor of Hot Cross Buns. You will undoubtedly enjoy these and will be able to proclaim, with pride, that you have eaten like royalty.
$8.00 (sold in 4 packs)
Chelsea Buns. These go back to the 1700s and the Chelsea Bun House, a popular destination for British Royalty, King George II, and King George III. The Bun House was also a purveyor of Hot Cross Buns. You will undoubtedly enjoy these and will be able to proclaim, with pride, that you have eaten like royalty.
$8.00 (sold in 4 packs)
Kanelbullar - Sweden
Morning coffee will never be the same or a late-night snack for that matter. These Swedish Cinnamon Buns (Kanelbullar) will really hit the spot and they just scream "look at me". Tender pastry dough loaded with cinnamon and brown sugar then rolled up all jazzy. Carefully made and brought to you by the Cottage Baker.
$8.00 (sold in 6 packs)
Morning coffee will never be the same or a late-night snack for that matter. These Swedish Cinnamon Buns (Kanelbullar) will really hit the spot and they just scream "look at me". Tender pastry dough loaded with cinnamon and brown sugar then rolled up all jazzy. Carefully made and brought to you by the Cottage Baker.
$8.00 (sold in 6 packs)
coffee & tea
Gerbeaud Slices - Hungary
The Gerbeaud Cafe is a required visit when in Budapest, and the visit would not be complete without enjoying the Gerbeaud Slices. The slices have alternating thin layers of sweet yeast dough, apricot jam, ground walnuts, and then they are finished with a topping of chocolate glaze. Perfect with strong coffee or tea. $10.00 per doz.
The Gerbeaud Cafe is a required visit when in Budapest, and the visit would not be complete without enjoying the Gerbeaud Slices. The slices have alternating thin layers of sweet yeast dough, apricot jam, ground walnuts, and then they are finished with a topping of chocolate glaze. Perfect with strong coffee or tea. $10.00 per doz.
Picau Ar Y Maen - Wales
Welsh cakes, aka Picau Ar Y Maen, are often referred to as "bakestones" as they are grilled versus baked. They are best described as a cross between and cookie and a scone and a biscuit. Heritage whole grain flour, raisins, and honey provide a great flavor that is not overly sweet. $6.00 (sold in 6 packs)
Welsh cakes, aka Picau Ar Y Maen, are often referred to as "bakestones" as they are grilled versus baked. They are best described as a cross between and cookie and a scone and a biscuit. Heritage whole grain flour, raisins, and honey provide a great flavor that is not overly sweet. $6.00 (sold in 6 packs)
Bara Brith - Wales
Bara Brith translates to "speckled bread." This traditional Welsh treat is popular with Prince Charles and is so well-liked that Welsh pioneers brought the recipe with them to Argentina 150 years ago. Tea-infused raisins, Heritage flour blend, spices, and a hint of citrus give this cake-like bread a pleasant flavor. Great for tea time.
$10.00 loaf
Bara Brith translates to "speckled bread." This traditional Welsh treat is popular with Prince Charles and is so well-liked that Welsh pioneers brought the recipe with them to Argentina 150 years ago. Tea-infused raisins, Heritage flour blend, spices, and a hint of citrus give this cake-like bread a pleasant flavor. Great for tea time.
$10.00 loaf
Scottish Shortbread
Oh, so tender and buttery and good. These are fingers; there are also Petticoat Tails that are pie wedge-shaped. It used to be a Scottish wedding custom for the groom to break Petticoat Tails over the bride's head before carrying her over the threshold. Try the traditional style, or Millionaires Shortbread topped with chewy caramel and chocolate. Traditional ($4.00 1/2 doz) Millionaires Shortbread ($6.00 1/2 doz)
Oh, so tender and buttery and good. These are fingers; there are also Petticoat Tails that are pie wedge-shaped. It used to be a Scottish wedding custom for the groom to break Petticoat Tails over the bride's head before carrying her over the threshold. Try the traditional style, or Millionaires Shortbread topped with chewy caramel and chocolate. Traditional ($4.00 1/2 doz) Millionaires Shortbread ($6.00 1/2 doz)
Torte & Gateau
Sachertorte - Austria
Sachertorte has a history that goes back to 1832. Apprentice baker, Franz Sacher, made the first one when the Austrian State Chancellor, Prince Klemens Wenzel von Metternich, needed a special dessert for a social function. The lead baker was not on the job due to illness, and 16-year old, Sacher, took on the task. The cake was a hit, and the Sachertorte had its famous beginning. You'll think it's a hit, too, with its layers of rich chocolate sponge, apricot preserves, and chocolate glaze. $25.00
Sachertorte has a history that goes back to 1832. Apprentice baker, Franz Sacher, made the first one when the Austrian State Chancellor, Prince Klemens Wenzel von Metternich, needed a special dessert for a social function. The lead baker was not on the job due to illness, and 16-year old, Sacher, took on the task. The cake was a hit, and the Sachertorte had its famous beginning. You'll think it's a hit, too, with its layers of rich chocolate sponge, apricot preserves, and chocolate glaze. $25.00
Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte - Germany
Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte - Black Forest Cake. Delicious layers of chocolate sponge cake alternating with layers of cherries and a touch of Kirsch. Finish the cake off with rich buttercream and chocolate shavings. This wonderful gateau originated in the early 1900s and is consistently rated as one of Germany's most popular cakes. $30.00
Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte - Black Forest Cake. Delicious layers of chocolate sponge cake alternating with layers of cherries and a touch of Kirsch. Finish the cake off with rich buttercream and chocolate shavings. This wonderful gateau originated in the early 1900s and is consistently rated as one of Germany's most popular cakes. $30.00
Petit Gugelhupf - Vienna (Bundt Cake)
These ornate petit Gugelhupf are a true conversation starter. Their almost gothic esque design and size (5 1/2" diameter) make them the perfect centerpiece for a high tea platter or coffee hour. These fabulous little cakes are available in various flavors like chocolate marble, blueberry, cranberry orange, lemon poppyseed, or wherever creativity leads us. $10.00 ea.
These ornate petit Gugelhupf are a true conversation starter. Their almost gothic esque design and size (5 1/2" diameter) make them the perfect centerpiece for a high tea platter or coffee hour. These fabulous little cakes are available in various flavors like chocolate marble, blueberry, cranberry orange, lemon poppyseed, or wherever creativity leads us. $10.00 ea.
Gugelhupf - Vienna
These are quite popular throughout a vast region in Central Europe, and this cake is a coffee house standard. The earliest reference to this cake goes back to a cookbook from 1581. Cottage Baker Gugelhupf is baked in antique Turks Head molds to keep things traditional. These attractive cakes are available in various flavors like chocolate marble, blueberry, cranberry orange, lemon poppyseed. $20.00
These are quite popular throughout a vast region in Central Europe, and this cake is a coffee house standard. The earliest reference to this cake goes back to a cookbook from 1581. Cottage Baker Gugelhupf is baked in antique Turks Head molds to keep things traditional. These attractive cakes are available in various flavors like chocolate marble, blueberry, cranberry orange, lemon poppyseed. $20.00
Esterhazyschnitten - Hungary
Esterhazyschnitten. The Esterhazy family was one of Hungary's wealthiest and influential enough that Beethoven premiered some of his works at their family gatherings. This little cake packs quite a wallop with 6 rich layers of almond/hazelnut sponge, vanilla buttercream, apricot nappage, chocolate, and
sliced almonds. $20.00
Esterhazyschnitten. The Esterhazy family was one of Hungary's wealthiest and influential enough that Beethoven premiered some of his works at their family gatherings. This little cake packs quite a wallop with 6 rich layers of almond/hazelnut sponge, vanilla buttercream, apricot nappage, chocolate, and
sliced almonds. $20.00