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The Best Chocolate Dessert In Every State

Missouri

Nathaniel Reid Bakery in St. Louis "Since moving to the STL area I was in search of a go-to bakery and I found that here. I will go again and again for their amazing almond and chocolate croissants. There is a large display of tarts and fancier desserts on one side and a choice of less elaborate but equally delicious sweets including cookies, brownies, and their amazing croissants on the other. They also make chocolate hazelnut dipped pound cake." - Yelp user Liz L.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE – Pastry Chef Nathaniel Reid of Nathaniel Reid Bakery

Despite Nathaniel Reid Bakery’s unassuming home in a strip mall in Kirkwood, everything in the long window case at Reid’s establishment is a feast for the eyes.

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National Food Media Takes Notice!

Needless to say, we're honored to be a part of this great group of restaurateurs and chefs in St. Louis. The community really makes us who we are and we look forward to more national press in the future!

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50 Best Bakeries in America

Do the words “freshly baked” give you goose bumps? Is dinner just not dinner without a cookie at the end? Do you take the long way home to pick up a secret doughnut after work? Yep, we thought so. We asked our friends at Yelp to help us find the 50 best bakeries across the country. Because no matter which state you’re in, you should know where you can get some top-notch focaccia.

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We're on the cover of Sauce Magazine!

Our delicious holiday pies were featured in Sauce Magazine! Take a look at the post here online or check out the issue by clicking here. Featured are our Chocolate Pecan Tart, Pumpkin Pie, and Apple Pie. We also have a few other delightful treats to choose from. Please check out our offerings here and place your order before the 21st of November.

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Where to Find the Best Sandwich in Each State

If you’re looking to satisfy your hunger, look no further than two slices of bread filled with your favorite sandwich stuffing, be it turkey, pastrami, cheese, or perhaps some vegetarian options like sprouts or hummus. Wherever you go in the United States, you can find a great sandwich to soothe your hunger pangs when lunchtime rolls around. When you’re in New York City, go for a stacked pastrami on rye. Or, if you’re taking a trip to New Orleans, be sure to grab a po’ boy with plenty of shrimp.Regular: The Best Cheap Eats in Every StateTake a road trip across the country, and you’ll be happy to find plenty of reubens, BLTs and French dips along the way. But some sandwiches are more delicious than others.To find the best sandwich spots in the U.S., Yelp looked at businesses listed in the “sandwich” category that were not part of a large chain, then applied an algorithm to rank them based on the number of reviews and star ratings.The result? The sandwich spot in each of the 50 states (and D.C.) that you HAVE to visit. Mayo is optional.

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12 Delicious Dessert Spots In St. Louis

Whether you’re in the mood for something luxuriously chocolatey or a comforting baked treat, when your sweet tooth hits, there’s no ignoring it. Fortunately, St. Louis has a bounty of artisan bakers, chocolatiers and ice cream makers who have the talent to put even Willy Wonka to shame.

The next time you’re looking for a sweet treat, have a look at our curated list below for the best in dessert that St. Louis has to offer.

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MEET THE CHEF - NATHANIEL REID

Nathaniel Reid is the owner of Nathaniel Reid Bakery in St. Louis, Missouri. He has held pastry chef positions for many luxury brands including, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel and St. Regis Hotel. Nathaniel has been a guest chef at L'École Valrhona since 2014.Dessert Professional Magazine recognized him as one of the Top 10 Pastry Chefs in America in 2012. In 2010, he was selected as the winner of the U.S. Pastry Competition and named Pastry Chef of the Year. In 2009, Nathaniel was awarded the “Golden Scoop Award” for the best chocolate confection in America.A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, Paris with a Grand Diploma in Culinary and Pastry Arts, Reid specializes in contemporary bakery creations with a European flair.

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Nathaniel Reid’s Paris-Brest elevates the French pastry to new heights

The beautiful dessert features a crispy feuilletine base, creamy hazelnut mousseline, hazelnut praliné, and a puffy brown sugar croustillant on top.

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