We just love The Lost Lamb!…read more We visit the area often from Upstate NY and on every visit a meal and/or goodies to take home from here are a must. The staff are professional and kind. The owner is talented and personable. The overall vibe is adorable and welcoming. The food is amazing and comforting. What more can you ask for? Some of our favorites are the chocolate chip cookies, ANYTHING chocolate cake (the bundt or any chocolate cupcake), and the roasted red pepper sandwich on their homemade baguette. The coffee and espresso drinks are also great. But everything we have tried? Has been so good! You truly can't go wrong. There's usually a wait, but I hope this review makes it abundantly clear it's worth it!

LOVED this charming bakery! If I lived closer, I would be a regular!! Everything we purchased was…read moredelicious! Pear tart, almond croissant, and raspberry loaf. All scrumptious! They were busy, but the service was attentive, and the line went quickly. Don't miss it if you're in Stockbridge!

I stopped in briefly for gelato because who doesn't love gelato. The chocolate was very rich and…read moredelicious. I would definitely go back again.

This is a super fine chocolate shop, with cafe seats & onsite production…read more I appreciated the friendly & engaging staff member who helped me choose a beautiful box of chocolates. It's a difficult choice because there's so many beautiful chocolates with the colorful designs on top. Can't wait to gift this to a loved one!

I ABSOLUTELY recommend if you want yummy goodness and pleasant memories…read more And the Peanut Butter cookies she made for me?

I've gotten cupcakes, cookies and scones from the Shire Cottage Bakery and they have all been…read morebeautiful and so delicious! I would really recommend checking out their menu or contacting the owner if you need dessert, muffins, croissants, etc. for a gift or special event because everything I've gotten has been beautifully presented. If you follow the bakery on Instagram or Facebook, they often post new specials and specialty items for holidays.

They are so beautiful that you almost feel bad eating them....but they are so delicious you can't…read moreNOT eat them! Cupcakes are my most favorite thing on earth, so I am VERY picky, and Deb's are the BEST. She is super easy to work with and a true artist. I highly recommend!!

From the owner: I specialize in artistic floral cupcake designs for every occasion. I also teach cupcake design…read moreclasses.

We are in love with these cupcakes. Consistency is always on point. Moist and not poverty sweet…read more Always pay a visit when we go to Woodstock.

A fun stop in Woodstock given that they have award winning cupcakes! The little bakery was very…read morecute and the names of the cupcakes were after musicians which was a fun extra to see. There's one counter where you order and was moving quickly. We got the Joe Cocker and Award Winning Classic Chocolate that was packaged nicely. The only thing is that I found these cupcake rather dry and the salted caramel frosting of the Joe Cocker wasn't my favorite and felt like a cupcake from a grocery store. The classic chocolate one was pretty good. Overall decent cupcakes but not quite living up to the rage. They have some other treats in there too that might be fun to try.

Everything aspect of Sweet Williams --from baked goods and coffee varieties to the artwork-filled…read morefront room, seasonal outdoor seating, and intimate cafe seating in their back room --creates a good place!

We were searching for a bakery on our way to our daughter's hous. Sweet William's Coffee Shop &…read moreBakery had the most delicious chocolate double layer cake! It was a big treat for our family.

Cake was amazing and with short notice had it make few hours same day and the bakery item where…read moredelicious as well got a few to go

Exceptional! I highly recommend this place! The owner, Lori, is a beautiful woman with warm…read morewelcoming energy. The little shop is full of warmth. I had three of their cupcakes, and they were amazing! Don't miss the Nutella cupcake! Lori learned all the recipes from her grandmothers and mother. The cupcakes were moist and fresh, the frosting and topping just perfect! Don't miss this gem even if you have to drive a little bit to get here! Oh, and ask Lori to show you the family cookbook she made with her mother. Very special place!

OMG! These lady bakers were sent from heaven! Every single amazing cupcake, cookie, brownie and…read morecheesecakes not only look incredible, they are the finest desserts I have ever eaten. The store itself is immaculate and their products are displayed to entice. I have it on good authority that their gluten free offerings are the best in western Mass. This is our go to place for sweet treats. The coffee dcupcakes are a personal favorite as well as their mini cheesecakes. Check them out, you won't be disappointed.

I've tasted their cakes and cupcakes, which happen to be as delicious as every one within their…read moresample platter.

I ordered a smash cake for my baby's first birthday. It was supposed to be different shades of…read morecream. The cake I got somehow included... mauve. I wish I could include pictures. I really have no idea where they got the idea to add a purple-pink color to the mix.

Best bakery in the NY capital region. During my time in Albany, I've been to a lot of bakeries. I…read morecame to Sweet Elevation 3 times in just 2 weeks. I don't remember when I had a more perfect chocolate cupcake, each time I've come here, the quality and service are perfect! Consistency and good service is what I look for. The attention to detail, hospitality, and kindness from Christian, the young man who works there, is exceptional. As I wrote before, the bakery shares the parking lot with the Yemeni coffee shop Shibam next door. The Yemeni coffee is just perfect with Sweet Elevation's treats, so don't miss this spot if you visit next door. I hope they can work out on doing something together. I've gotten hooked on Sweet Elevation's chocolate cupcakes. I'm having one as I write this review (these really are the freshest and best chocolate cupcakes) with some Yemeni coffee from next door - who knew how perfectly they go together. I'm very picky when it comes to cupcakes, and these are so soft, fresh, moist, fluffy, with perfect frosting with the sprinkles! Each time! It's really cute inside the cafe. What I'm most picky about is service, and I'm impressed with Christian, he's a respectful gentleman, knowledgeable, and really helpful with recommendations. Responsible, helpful, paying attention, intelligent. People my age often complain about the younger generation, they should meet Christian, our world's future is bright with young people like this. Good luck whatever you do Christian, and may you continue to shine as you do now always! Amen!

Our mini cupcakes at our wedding were such a hit! I am grateful there were still a few leftover so…read moremy husband and I could enjoy them. Everyone kept asking me where they came from and talked about how delicious they all were. Each cupcake captured the flavors perfectly and the detailed presentation was unique to the cupcake flavor as well. I highly recommend the peanut butter and fluff cupcake.. Valerie was such a pleasure to work and can't wait to use her for future events!

This was hands down the best cake I've eaten in my life!! We had a small wedding cake just for us,…read moreand it was so rich, moist, and delicious. We also did mini cupcakes for our guests, and it was really fun to do a tasting of the cupcake flavors ahead of time and pick out flavors. Everyone loved the cupcakes, they were a big hit! On a day where it was hard to eat anything due to excitement and nerves, we had no problem polishing off a huge piece of cake in the limo after our reception, and that is one of my favorite memories from the night. Valerie was great to work with- she came highly recommended, and we also highly recommend her!