September 8, 2009

One Sister Pierogis Chicago

Sustainable goddess Iliana Regan crafts homemade pierogis from ages-old family recipes. Seasonal stuffings include potato, sweet potato, Wisconsin cheddar; fava bean and Parmesan, sauerkraut and bacon; and more. Custom orders are delivered to your door. Email onesisterinc@gmail.com.

  The Loop, Food & Drink, Bespoke, Comes to You

April 14, 2009

Luscious Layers Bakery Chicago

Order a custom cake with a scrumptious fillings (white chocolate mousse, praline cream), adorably decorated cupcakes, cookies, and more at this neighborhood sweet spot.

  Bucktown, Food & Drink, Bespoke, Birthday Cake

March 19, 2009

More Chicago

Consulting pastry guru Gale Gand dreams up whimsical flavors both sweet (chocolate champagne, blackberry açai) and savory (maple bacon, artichoke lemon Parmesan) for a modern bakery experience.

  Near North Side, Food & Drink, Delivery, Private Parties

October 30, 2008

Vosges Haut-Chocolat Chicago

Get your sweet fix here, with everything from run-of-the-mill dark and light chocolate to more adventurous combos like chocolate-plantain, chocolate-bacon, chocolate-mushroom, and more.

  Magnificent Mile, Food & Drink, Beer, Private Parties

July 24, 2008

Cooking Fools Chicago

You’d be a fool not to pick up a bite from this sweet spot. At CF, everything is made from scratch: Moroccan barbecue chicken, lentil feta salad, salads, sandwiches, and house-made sorbets. Specialty goods are also available.

  Wicker Park, Food & Drink, Delivery, Private Parties

March 14, 2007

Sweet Collective Chicago

Triple threat: Sugar Syndicate specialty pastries and cakes, Ruth and Phil’s gourmet ice cream, and Rich chocolates and candies all under one roof. Call the dentist.

  Lincoln Square, Food & Drink, Custom Flavors, Private Parties

September 25, 2006

Swirlz Cupcakes Kids Chicago

Bite into a moist, cakey creation from one of the town’s early cupcake joints. Rotating flavors (carrot, red velvet, banana Nutella, chocolate peanut butter crunch) are perfect for a daily picker-upper.

  Lincoln Park, Food & Drink, Custom Flavors, Delivery