Cloudy Donut Co .
1 ] Cloudy Donut , a Black-owned vegan doughnut shop with locations in Lauraville and Federal Hill , operates with the goal of transcending stereotypes about vegan diets and providing cleaner food alternatives to communities of color . It ’ s owned by Derrick Faulcon , the brains behind the successful brunch spot Home Maid , also in Federal Hill . Cloudy Donut ’ s selection changes seasonally , but recent delicacies include brown butter chocolate chip , chai sugar , blood orange and mango chili lime . They ’ re only open on Saturdays and Sundays , so plan accordingly to ensure you get a taste ! 1049 S . Charles St .; 4311 Harford Rd .
Bramble Baking Co .
2 ] What began as a pop-up project at Cross Street Market has evolved into an artistic smallbatch bakery specializing in hyper-seasonal pastries , cakes , cookies and more with botanical flavors and garnishes . Bramble is becoming increasingly womenand queer-led , and founder Allie Smith has plans to transition the business to a co-op model of operation . Find the vibrant , floral-infested flagship in Hamilton . 5414 Harford Rd .
3 ] Dulceology
Owned by sisters Alejandra and Nicole Leiva , Dulceology specializes in Latin American and particularly Salvadoran desserts . Their signature is Alfajores , a shortbread cookie filled with a rich dulce de leche filling and topped with powdered sugar or covered in chocolate . Plus , the duo can use 3D printing and molding technologies to personalize Alfajores for events and company functions . Other treats sold from the bright pink Federal Hill store include tres leches , empanadas , pavlovas , meringues and one-of-a-kind square-shaped donuts ( sold only on weekends ). 1138 S . Charles St .
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Sacré Sucré
It doesn ’ t get sweeter than Sacré Sucré , a pastry studio in historic Fell ’ s Point owned by married couple Dane Thibodeaux and Manuel “ Manny ” Sanchez . Beyond their iconic pink packaging and whimsical decor , this shop is known for its artful presentations and experimental bakes . We ’ re talking expertly crafted heart-shaped Valentine ’ s danishes or egg-shaped macarons at Easter . Plus , Sacré Sucré doubles as a tea and coffee shop , making it the perfect morning pit stop . 2001 Fleet St .
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