Sauce Magazine

Nathaniel Reid shares how he went from science student to award-winning pastry chef

When it comes to baked goods in St. Louis, few are able to measure up to the nationally acclaimed Nathaniel Reid Bakery. Named for its founder, the bakery opened its doors in 2016 with the mission statement of quality and attentive hospitality. Since then, the bakery and its team have gone on to win several awards, including being a semifinalist in the 2025 James Beard Foundation’s selection for Outstanding Bakery…