By Kristine Kierzek
Whether you’re in the mood for sweet or savory treats, take some time from your travels to sample the goods at these bakeries around the state. Since baking so often reflects a community’s history and culture, they’re a unique way to experience a new place.
O&H Danish Bakery, Racine
Offering 15 flavors of kringle, the Olesen family has been serving Danish delights in Racine since 1949. Other specialties include Seven Sisters Coffee Cake, Kransekager, Pumpernickel Bread, Rye Bread and Borgmeister.
1841 Douglas Ave. and 4006 Durand Ave. (800) 709-4009,
www.ohdanishbakery.com
New Glarus Bakery, New Glarus
Hand-formed breads, nut horns and delectable holiday stollen made with marzipan have enticed customers to this Swiss-American bakery since 1910.
534 First St. (866) 805-5536,
www.newglarusbakery.com
Norske Nook Restaurant & Bakery
Hands-down, banana cream pies are the big seller year-round, but hand-rolled crust and numerous fruit pies draw fans from around the state to bakeries in Osseo, Hayward and Rice Lake. Pies also sold at Northwoods Brewpub and Grill in Eau Claire.
13804 7th St. Osseo. (715) 597-3069
2900 Pioneer Ave., Rice Lake. (715) 234-1733
Hwy. 27 South, Hayward. (715) 634-4928
www.norskenook.com
Mattie’s Kitchen Delights, Wautoma
Early birds get the best selection of made-from-scratch specialties. Get here too late on a Saturday and you’ll find slim pickings among the popular breads, pies and cookies. Top sellers include country white bread and cinnamon rolls.
W5610 County Road F. (920) 787-7773
Kristine Kierzek is a freelance writer based in Milwaukee. Content produced in cooperation with Wisconsin Trails, www.Wisconsintrails.com For a complimentary copy of Wisconsin Trails magazine please click here.
