This place is literally legendary. Home of the famous Dutch letters and all kinds of Dutch…read moregoodness, Jaarsma Bakery is the kind of place that takes you back to the old school in the best possible way. With a staff dressed in traditional Dutch outfits and fresh pastries filling an entire room, Jaarsma smells and looks about as close to bakery heaven as you can get. The sheer amount of pastries, breads, cookies, and treats is impressive. You can also grab various foods and sides, along with a great collection of Dutch products that won't disappoint. I arrived around midday, and some of the favorites were already gone or running low, which probably tells you everything you need to know. I was on a mission for the letter "S" pastries and the cream-filled bars, and they absolutely delivered. Since I had flown into Pella on a private plane, I also ordered some thank-you treats to bring home for a few supportive people in my life. It was the perfect place to find something unique and memorable. If you come to Pella, you come here. It's really that simple. Do not miss Jaarsma....your stomach will thank you!

Jaarsma is deserving of this 4-star review based on its size, selection and general quality. Please…read moreunderstand that's not a bad thing. They did a nice job on the Dutch letter and Chicago Cubs frosted sugar cookie that I tried. I did find the place to be overrated compared to the mass' reviews and the legend that it has outside of Pella. But no doubt, you kind of "have to" go there if you're in Pella. Hopefully a 5-star experience awaits you.

Ok, that was delicious. What you might ask? The breakfast everything bagel substituting ham for…read morebacon. I'll be back for that!!!

Stopped in for lunch. It's such a pretty building and the food is so good. I still don't understand…read morewhy you pay over three dollars for a glass of iced tea and you don't get a refill... It seems awfully tight and expensive. After all we order at the counter and pick up your own dishes. I had a very pretty salad with grilled chicken and a mini croissant and Friend had chicken salad with a mini croissant. We shared a piece of caramel bread pudding, and it was outstanding!

This little business is growing and with the growth, the atmosphere has been changing…read more The owner has added bakery cases, made the tables feel more cozy and the food is still as good as it gets. This is definitely a go-to for me.

From the owner: Here at Red Ribbon Bakery all of our granolas are hand made in small batches and roasted to…read moreperfection. We use only the best ingredients. Whole rolled oats, clover honey and pure vanilla. Featuring an addictive blend of crunchy, nutty clusters and plump fruit, each of our unique flavors makes the perfect addition to your yogurt, as a cereal or a healthy sweet snack straight out of the bag!

yea if yo have not stopped in to this gem in iowa yet... put…read moreit on your bucket list!! you have got to try the cherry doughnut holes!! they are a total addiction thing for sure!! get 3 dozen at least!! lol that is just for one person!! LOL!! other things that are real good cookies and bars here are real good as well as the fruit pies!! and they have real good premium chocolate covered nut mix! good road snack stuff! other items are seasonal too. Christmas breads!! it is a total worth it to stop off the inter state and get snacks here!

Their sweets are delicious. There is quite a variety. We really love the almond tart. We took one…read moreto our daughter in Colorado. She said "this is SO good! I can't believe you're sharing it with us!

Van Hemert's Dutch Oven Bakery is a family-owned, full-line scratch bakery since 1983. This is a…read moregood check-off for visitors. We visited on a Friday afternoon around 2 pm and I was glad some of the baked goods were still available. I quickly picked up a few items: Dutch letters, almond horns, almond tarts, and blueberry filled Dutch windmills. The first three items have a strong but not overpowering almond flavor. I especially liked the almond horns which had a crunch but chewy and buttery texture. I also really liked the windmills and wished I had ordered the raspberry ones as well. It was buttery and flakey with just the right about of blueberry cream cheese filling.

What a great little place! As soon as you walk in, all of the staff that are available, turn their…read moreattention to you with a big smile and greet you warmly. It smells absolutely delicious in there and the endless variety that they offer is fantastic. Not only are there donuts and pastries, they have pies and do lunch as well. They also have coffee and tea, and the inside of this little bakery is so quaint and personable. This location is amazing and we highly recommend it.

Damn delicious baked goods and very friendly staff. Definitely a go-to option any time of the day!…read more/ ¡Son riquísimos los panes y postres de esta pequeña panadería y los que la trabajan son sumamente amables! Sin duda es una perfecta opción para cuando se te pegue el antojo a cualquier hora del día. :D

Delicious flaky cinnamony goodness!! Did not try the breads, but they smelled wonderful.read more

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Excellent donuts of many varieties and the friendliest service and bakers you could hope to find…read more The Bismarcks are a special favorite: custard, chocolate, or strawberry. Can't beat the "glad to run into you in line" vibe!

Service was great and treats were delicious! Prices were very reasonable. Bummed we didn't find…read morethis place sooner before our out of state move.

Really yum got a champagne cake for my anniversary with just whipped topping and it was real good…read moreguys you should get if you can

The best pie ever, highly recommend for any baking needs. Perfect for special gatherings and…read moreoccasions.

From the moment we walked in her stunning home (and drool-worthy kitchen), Deb made us feel at…read moreease. We attended her fajita class on Cinco de Mayo and learned how to make pineapple and aleppo pepper sorbet, marinated steak/chicken/veggies, flour tortillas and guacamole. The food was outstanding, Deb was a thorough teacher and the crowd was lovely (and encouraged to interact). Even if you live in downtown Des Moines, it's worth the drive! Deb, a former restaurant professional, says veggie-based dishes are her specialty, so we're looking forward to attending again for one of her salad or spiralized vegetable classes. Plan for about 2 or 2 1/2 hours per event.