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With Christmas right around the corner and the winter months afoot, the season of cozy sweaters and layers aplenty has returned–making it easier to enjoy an extra sweet or two without overthinking it. While Ridgeland, Mississippi, is more traditionally known for its flourishing shopping, entertainment, and dining scenes, I’d say the sweet treat scene is something you don’t want to miss.
Next time you find yourself in this Mississippi gem, indulge those seasonal cravings and stop by one of these deliciously wonderful local spots.
Seasonal Coffees
Fusion Coffeehouse
Fusion Coffeehouse lives up to its name, seamlessly blending coffee, gelato, and traditional cafe fare all in one spot, making it the perfect place to warm your body and satisfy your appetite. Right now, they’re featuring plenty of classic winter flavors on their drink menu, including chestnut, butterscotch, and toasted marshmallow. Of course, no coffeehouse beverage is complete without a pastry, so don’t forget to check out their daily selection.
CC’s Coffee
Originally founded in New Orleans, CC’s Coffee runs with deep Louisiana roots. To ring in the chilly season, they’ve concocted plenty of twisty takes on the truest winter flavor there is: peppermint. In addition to their classic coffee menu, non-coffee drinkers have plenty of fruity and fizzy options to choose from. My suggestion? Try one of their “Mochasippi” drinks, a blended, frozen espresso-based treat that is oh so good–even in the winter.
Christmas Cookies
Bo’s Bakeshop
Nothing rings in the holiday season quite like expertly decorated sugar cookies, and at Bo’s Bakeshop, they are masters of their craft. With several design and shape varieties– including vintage artwork to satisfy the old souls–you are sure to find the perfect gift for anyone on your list and a sweet treat for yourself to boot.
Whimsy Cookie
With a spray of both festive and creative twists on cookie classics, Santa would have a field day at Whimsy Cookie. A baked-to-perfection menu includes bite-sized cookies known as “Whimsy Bites,” eight different flavors of gooey butter cookies, cookie sandwiches, and iconic iced sugar cookies.
Cakes, Croissants, & Donuts
Buenos Aires Bakery
Combining South American flavors with classic American desserts and treats, Buenos Aires Bakery adds a little personal flair and taste of their heritage in all the pastries they make. Rich caramel flavors from dulce de leche, sweet and tangy tropical fruits, and warm, aromatic spices are frequent fliers in their rotating bakery case options.
Mochinut
In careful collaboration, donuts and mochi have come together to bring us one unique pastry: the mochinut. Named after its prized treat, Mochinut offers frequently rotating flavors, along with a few tried-and-true menu staples that are sure to impress. If you’re feeling extra adventurous, try one of their Korean corndogs–a unique experience where you can build-a-corndog, down to picking your filling and topping (Hot Cheetos, crispy ramen, cheddar cheese…).
Primo’s Café and Bake Shop
Christmas is about tradition, family, and love–three things Primo’s knows a lot about. Since 1929, they have been serving the community with laughter, joy, and, of course, good eats. This Christmas, not only can you graze their chock-full bakery case of goodies, you can also place a catering order and bring home some of their famous glazed ham, signature Southern sides, and, of course, plenty of homemade pies to impress your loved ones.
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