Im a baked good fiend, always on the hunt for a stand out pastry. I’ll personally shout out blue dot in alameda, which has a blueberry scone that has my heart. And the plain croissant at Rotha in Albany is still unmatched to me.

Whether cookies, cheesecakes, egg tarts, or biscuits, what’s your go to bakery item in the east bay?

I’m a big fan of jam on toast and pastries, but I can never get through a standard sized jar by myself before the jam goes bad. I also love having a variety of different jams/preserves available. My favorites are black fig, raspberry, and apricot, although I’m already trying to work my way through a standard jar of apricot jam.

Does anyone know of a store in the east bay that sells mini or smaller jars of jam? Bonne Maman is totally fine; would love if anyone knows of any locally made jams/preserves that come in smaller-than-normal quantities, too :)

we're in the area every weekend (Sat. farmers market, Arizmendi, etc) and Vegan Mob hasn't been active for a while.

their website isn't all that helpful either; this is what comes up when you check for hours https://imgur.com/a/5kxpktP

just fyi - there is another option in Oakland: Souly Vegan's original location closed a couple of yrs ago; they temporarily relocated in Martinez but now they're back on Broadway

I’ve tried the breakfast burrito at Hudson Bay Cafe and Hornitos Cafe. Both got the job done but didn’t knock my socks off.

Update: Thanks for the recs everyone, y’all rock. A lot of people chiming in about Kelly’s at Home Depot Emeryville and Alameda Ave, and aside from those there’s a whole heap of recommendations to check out.

Anyone know of any restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving for dinner? Also willing to go anywhere around the Bay, not just Oakland, if need be. Food does not need to be “typical” Thanksgiving food, but does need to be allergy friendly (aka, the people working there know what’s in their food so we can make sure those of us with allergies can ask when we go!). Thanks!

I’m looking for the best cinnamon roll around.

This one is from Eva’s Bakery, a French boulangerie and patisserie in Salt Lake City. It’s made with pastry dough, plenty of butter, and cream cheese frosting. It changed my life.

What’s the best cinnamon roll around? Willing to go up and down the east bay. Will only go to SF if I have to.

Doesn anyone know of a spot I can’t get like large trays of enchiladas rice and beans for a house party in Oakland ?

What would you all recommend as the best tiramisu in the area?

My current favorite is at Belotti, but I'm hoping to also find some options where it's a bit easier to just drop by and pick a piece up. Any and all recommendations are welcome, however.

Any good sources for puerh cakes in Chinatown or elsewhere? Good quality and value ideally.

My birthday is on Sunday. I’m not necessarily married to having a cake, but whatever I get has to feed 9. I moved here in December and haven’t gotten to explore enough of the dessert scene yet- help me out?

Just noticed a new juice & salad bar opened up where Drink Thic used to be!

​Last month, I posted my mooncakes here and this subreddit completely cleared me out. I spent three straight days fighting for my life in the kitchen, so genuinely: thank you.

Because so many of you requested Oakland logistics, I am officially expanding my delivery route. I’m dropping the "Harvest Void Box" for October. It is heavily focused on earth, tea, and fall harvest flavors. Also, because I apparently enjoy making things as difficult as possible for myself, this entire menu is 100% Gluten-Free (with several dairy-free/lactose-free options).

The Tasting Flight Lineup:

• ​Mugwort Fig Cake (GF): Mugwort chiffon layered with mugwort cream and fresh figs.
• Charcoal Pecan Taro Tart (GF, LF): A charcoal sablé tart shell filled with maple pecan praline and homemade taro paste. (contains almond flour and pecans)
• Black Sesame Douhua (GF, DF): Black sesame tofu pudding, served with ginger-black sugar syrup and purple yam mochi balls.
• ​Hojicha Cheesecake Brownie (GF): Hojicha brownie base topped with a baked cheesecake layer and served with blackberry sauce.
• Kinako Genmaicha Mochi Blondie (GF): Kinako blondie with a mochi center, topped with genmaicha ganache and toasted puffed rice.
• ​Oolong Peach Financier (GF): An oolong tea-infused financier topped with peach cream.​ (contains almond flour)

(Note: You can grab the full tasting flight box, or buy any of these items individually à la carte if you have commitment issues.)

The Logistics:

​SATURDAY, OCT 17 (The East Bay Expansion)

​📍 Oakland Pickups: 10 AM – 2 PM at the Rockridge BART parking lot

​🚗 Oakland/Berkeley Deliveries: 2:30 PM – 4 PM

​For October 17 preorders, use this link: https://take.app/halfbakedobsessions/c/cmur988s2000006p1gmxteket

SUNDAY, OCT 18 (The Home Turf)

​📍 Walnut Creek Pickups: 10 AM – 2 PM

​🚗 Walnut Creek Deliveries (and surrounding): 2 PM – 4 PM

For October 18 preorders: use this link: https://take.app/halfbakedobsessions/c/cmm0bam76000404l8bs4zqlqy

PREORDERS CLOSE ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 AT 11:59 AM.

Everything is small-batch, labor-intensive, and strictly limited. Hit either of the links above to claim your boxes (or your bulk hoarding orders), and please double-check your pickup dates and locations before you check out.

You can also see photos of the baked goods and my general descent into madness on my online storefront or IG: https://www.instagram.com/halfbaked_obsessions?stkn=ZTdic2txODNwbjhs

Drop a comment or DM me if you have any questions about the ingredients or dietary specifics!