Hot take: Tea belongs in the bakery case
July 23, 2026
Cinnamon rolls with Earl Grey glaze and jasmine green tea cakes are all the rage.
Cinnamon rolls with Earl Grey glaze and jasmine green tea cakes are all the rage.
From Evanston to the Loop, take a look at six Chicago bakeries where authentic flair is crafted — and rewarded — every day.
Ellen King, founder and co-owner of Hewn Bread, shares the intention behind the bakery’s in-person ordering approach and how it boosts business.
Eliot Madrigal, assistant general manager at Hoosier Mama Pie Co., demonstrates the process for the pie shop’s apple variety.
Dunstone carries experience in the foodservice market and a proven ability to deliver customer value through strategic partnerships.
Kolache Factory is inviting customers to invent a brand-new pastry variety with the potential to land on the bakery’s permanent menu.
The collaboration will include a holiday pop-up and a private in-suite tea experience.
From Evanston to the Loop, take a look at six Chicago bakeries where authentic flair is crafted — and rewarded — every day.
The publication’s second special edition of the year highlights six industry trendsetters baking up a storm in the Windy City.
Get a sneak peek behind the counter at Country Bird Bakery, a Midwest staple that uses its inventive spirit, strong commitment to local farmers and unconventional schedule to deliver “big bread energy.”
In celebration of its 89th anniversary, Krispy Kreme is offering a special deal on its Original Glazed dozens.
The ingredient supplier is enrolling about 30% of its wheat flour volumes into mass balance regenerative agriculture programs.
Notable cake flavors in this year’s lineup include Cinnamon Roll, S’mores, Peach Cobbler, Lemon Raspberry and Turtle Cheesecake Swirl.
The publication’s second special edition of the year highlights six industry trendsetters baking up a storm in the Windy City.
Once operational, a portion of the franchise revenue will support South Dallas neighborhood programs and economic initiatives.
Guided by loyalty to local farmers, growers and customers, this bakery builds its rotating menu with fresh produce and intentional inspiration.
From Evanston to the Loop, take a look at six Chicago bakeries where authentic flair is crafted — and rewarded — every day.
Ellen King, founder and co-owner of Hewn Bread, shares the intention behind the bakery’s in-person ordering approach and how it boosts business.
Eliot Madrigal, assistant general manager at Hoosier Mama Pie Co., demonstrates the process for the pie shop’s apple variety.