Pastry - something "cinnamon-y" Any ideas?

I am going to my in-laws for Mother's Day Brunch. When I asked what I could bring, I was told that the hostess was thinking of buying "a cinnamon-y type pastry or cinnamon rolls." Now I have that duty. I know of Ann Sathers for cinnamon rolls, but I'd rather buy a nice coffee cake or something that isn't as large as the Sather rolls. I've read the various bakery threads, but I haven't found any suggestions in the city. I live near Lutz, but recent post made me hesitant to try it. Suggestions??

How about trying the Swedish Bakery? Look at their website, which has an extensive list of what they make (with photos of most things), though you should probably call ahead to make sure that what you want is available that day.


Swedish Bakery
5328 North Clark Street
773 561-8919
www.SwedishBakery.com
M-F 6:30-6:30, Sat 6:30-5, closed Sunday.

I'm almost positive that you can find something cinnamon-y at Bittersweet. I've never had a bad pastry (or meal, for that matter) from there.
You might also try Sweet Mandy B's, Vanille Patisserie (although they are probably the least likely to have something), Bonjour Bakery or Dinkel's.


Bittersweet Pastry Shop
1114 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 929-1100
http://www.bittersweetpastry.com

Sweet Mandy B's
1208 W Webster Ave, Chicago
Tel: (773) 244-1174

Vanille Patisserie
2229 N. Clybourn Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 868-4574
http://www.vanillepatisserie.com

Bonjour Bakery
1550 E 55th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 241-5300

Dinkel's Bakery
3329 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 281-7300
http://www.dinkels.com/

Hi,

This bakery was referenced in Donna Pierce's Soul Food article in the Chicago Tribune today:

Brown Sugar Bakery
720 East 75th Street
Chicago, IL
Tel: 773/723-9040

It may be worth a phone call to see what they may have. If you do head down there, then get some ribs at Lem's at the same time.

Regards,