I know I've bought a variety of lovely morning pastries at this bakery, but the Granny Smith Apple Dumplings alone keep me coming back. The mark of a favorite bakery in my opinion is whether I deem the goods worthy of taking home as travel gifts. They are worthy. The dumplings do not disappoint; they're flaky on the outside, and have a soft (not mealy), half-apple on the inside with a touch of something heavenly like date spread or caramel. I don't know what it is, but it's good. I've heard the Triple Coconut Cream Pie is what made this place famous but have yet to try it. The breads are lovely. The coffee is worth it, as well.

Dahlia Bakery
2001 4th
Seattle, WA 98121
(206) 441-4540

www.tomdouglas.com/bakery/ - includes menu of baked goods offered year-round