About Atlanta senior life. (Sandy Springs, GA) 2016-2023 | View Entire Issue (Dec. 31, 2019)
Continued from page 11 and a visit with Santa. Cost is $50 for an adult and $30 per child. That’s not all. Visit the website for details on more family-friendly ways to enjoy the holiday, like “Christmas Day Brunch” and personal “Santa Tuck-Ins,” an evening visit from Saint Nick to the children of families staying at the Ritz- Carlton, Atlanta. Location: 181 Peachtree Street, Atlanta 30303, 404-659-0400 More info: ritzcarlton.com/en/ COURTESY OF THE RITZ-CARLTON, ATLANTA MORE SWEET TREATS There are many bakeries and pastry shops in the north metro Atlanta area, and everyone seems to have their favorite spot to shop for holiday sweets. We’ve rounded up a few that are not to be missed. BUTTERMILK SKY PIE Pre-order your favorite holiday pie. Among the many delectable choices are Spiced Pumpkin, Granny’s Apple, Southern Custard and 1-40, a pecan pie that’s sprinkled with chocolate chips and coconut. Location: 4600 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs 30342 More info: 404-975-3822, buttermilkskypie.com HENRI’S BAKERY & DELI Atlanta residents have loved the gourmet baked goods from Henri’s since it opened its doors in 1929. Their delicious cakes, croissants and eclairs delight everyone through the year, and special occasion cakes can be ordered for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza and New Year’s Eve. Watch their website for the release of their holiday menu! Locations: 6289 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs 30328, 404-256-7934 56 East Andrews Drive, Atlanta 30305,404-237-0202 2310 Coronet Way, Atlanta 30318,404-968-9412 More info: henrisbakery.com HIGHLAND BAKERY & KITCHEN Originally begun as a wholesale bakery in 1910, Highland Bakery has become a staple for southern comfort foods. The Highland Avenue location bakes holiday themed cakes, cookies and biscuits that can be picked up at there or at other locations. Locations: 655 Highland Avenue, Atlanta 30312,404-586-0772 319 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Decatur 30030,470-270-8979 3343 Peachtree Road, Atlanta 30316, 678-904-2146 1180 Peachtree Street, Atlanta 30309, 404-835-3130 25 Park Place, Atlanta 30303, 404-330-8922 More info: highlandbakery.com MCENTYRE’S BAKERY This local favorite has been a family business since it opened as Smyrna Bakery in 1940. In addition to its regular wide selection of cakes, pies and pastries, the bakery offers special Christmas treats, such as the Chocolate Chip Gingerbread Man, Loaf Fruitcake, and cookies and cupcakes decorated for the holidays. Location: 1184 Concord Road, Smyrna 30080, 770-434-3115 More info: mcentyresbakery. com NOTHING BUNDT CAKES All the holidays are covered with specially decorated bundt cakes, but you will want to be sure to order as early as possible—by Dec. 9 for sure! There’s “Baking Spirits Bright” and “Merry & Bright” for Christmas, as well as “Happy Hanukkah” and “Ring in the New Year.” Locations: 5975 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs 30328, 404-236-2114 400 Village Green Circle, Smyrna 30080, 678-841-0130 5230 Windward Parkway, Milton 30004,678-366-1445 410 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming 30041, 470-839-2985 1985 Cobb Parkway, Kennesaw 30152, 678-737-2253 2118 Scenic Highway, Snellville 30078, 770-674-4636 4280 Lavista Road, Tucker 30084, 770-270-5695 More info: nothingbundtcakes.com SUSANSNAPS Gourmet gingersnaps are perfect for any season but are especially warming on cold days. There are other flavors to choose from, including Cocoasnaps and Pnuttysnaps, as well as seasonal cookies. Location: 229 Hilderbrand Drive, Sandy Springs 30328 More info: 404-497-9210, susansnaps.com SOUTHERN BAKED PIE COMPANY Formerly known as Buttermilk Pie Company, this bakery specializes in sweet and savory pies made with seasonal produce from Georgia farmers. The selection ranges from Cranberry Apple Crumble and Georgia Peach to Chicken Pot Pie and Sausage and Onion Quiche. Locations: 4300 Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta 30339, 404-301-4854 3145 Peachtree Road, Atlanta 30305,404-263-0820 2685 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta 30009, 678-254-0598 302 Broad Street, Gainesville 30501, 678-971-2555 More info: southernbakedpie.com DECEMBER 2019 ATLANTASENIORLIFE.COM |3 FACEBOOK.COM/ATLANTASENIORLIFE
