Barbara’s Delights is a charming micro pastry boutique situated on the Candlewood Lake side in Brookfield, CT. Operating from a home-based laboratory, Barbara, with a valid cottage food license, masterfully bakes everything in her very own kitchen.
Each creation is a unique, made-from-scratch masterpiece. Barbara's artistic touch results in beautiful and delectable desserts, crafted from the finest, freshest, and organic ingredients available. Her repertoire includes crafting your dream cake with authentic Italian recipes or popular custom cakes tailored to suit various occasions, be it a formal event or an everyday dinner. Beyond sweets, Barbara's offerings extend to a selection of savory items. Her expertise extends to sourdough bread, focaccia, and breadsticks, all lovingly crafted using her own starter. Additionally, you can explore the world of fresh pasta in her delightful menu. Barbara also extends her passion for baking to teaching, sharing her culinary expertise with others.
Enjoy the Authentic Taste of Italy
ARTISAN CAKES
Scrumptious sponge cakes, filled with delectable fruity or creamy fillings and covered with the best buttercream ever. Decorated with lovely designs, combining different flavors, these are not Italian specialties, but more popular cakes asked by customers. Layered and sheet sponge cakes are very much requested.
Starting at $90
Meet the Baker
I'm Barbara, and I embarked on an exciting journey in the U.S. with my family, driven by my husband's work commitments. Back in Italy, my fondest memories were intertwined with family gatherings and an array of delectable desserts – from cakes and pastries to cookies, chocolates, breads, and focaccia, all lovingly served at every meal.
My love for baking traces back to my childhood, where I spent hours kneading dough with my grandmothers and delighting in the magic of creating homemade cakes that I'd eagerly share with friends during my teenage years.
However, upon my arrival in the U.S., I was astonished to find a shortage of pastry shops. It was baffling how people here could live without the vibrant, delightful pastry shops that I had cherished in Italy, brimming with a wide variety of tempting treats. As a dedicated dessert enthusiast, I felt compelled to bridge this gap by introducing authentic Italian pastries to my new community, offering a distinct alternative to the typical Italian cookies commonly found in the U.S.
With unwavering determination, I transformed my passion into a thriving business from the ground up. My bakery now offers a delightful array of Italian treats, bringing immense joy not only to myself but also to the local community. It's a dream come true for me, and I'm thrilled to share the taste of Italy with all who walk through my bakery's doors.
Testimonianze
I didn’t know what to expect when I ordered cookies and cream puffs for our annual egg hunt from Barbara. Wow! She far exceeded my expectations with presentation and taste! So happy we took a chance and would happily order from again!
Amy Bondeson
