On 10th St, down a flight of stairs, and to the left is the kitchen of a bakery called Nuvrei. This is also the front counter, there is no fancy store front, no fancy café style seating. Just a counter, register, an air pot of coffee, and some of the best pastries you’ll find in Portland. That is, assuming they haven’t sold out that day. They sell out every day, so go early if you can.
While there I met Marissa, who was kind enough to spend some time chatting with me about their various delicacies. From what I head I am very impressed and really respect the place as trying to make the best pastries possible, and for that they need great people. The result was buying an array of tasty treats:
- Chewy flourless chocolate cookie is a huge seller for good reason, so if you see one buy it (comes with or without nuts).
- Cinnamon Danish, delish.
- Berry and walnut scone, fantastic with coffee.
- While I didn’t get the wild berry brioche this time I know it’s great.
A lot of other businesses in the area carry their stuff, so you might have already had some and not known it. Even if you have, look for the sign, or follow the wonderful smells, but either way go to Nuvrei at least once. You will not regret it.
You can also order pastry platters for work. You get them a little cheaper and will be the envy of your coworkers!
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