Crema's Take
“This authentic Italian bakery draws devoted regulars from hours away for their marzipan cookies and handmade pastries that actually taste like they're from Italy, not a chain. The wood-fired pizzas and fresh gelato are equally exceptional, and the family-run warmth of the place—where regulars know Leo, Deborah, and the crew by name—makes it feel like you're visiting someone's home kitchen rather than a commercial bakery. If you're willing to drive into the redwoods for genuinely excellent Italian pastries and a place where quality and character clearly matter more than volume, this is absolutely worth the trip.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Amazing, authentic Italian bakery located in the adorable mountain town - Ben Lomand. Worth the beautiful drive! My favorite is their array of marzipan cookies. Their pizza is some of the best pizza in Santa Cruz County. They serve Gelato, lots of beautiful pastries, desserts…
Love this place. My friend and I drive all the way from Cupertino for their Basquet an various pastries and cookies. The Calzones and Pizza are great too. Love the people...Leo, Deborah, David, Hanna....etc... The place is 😍 amazing. They put a lot of love and art into what…
Fantastic family bakery, very wonderful Italian pastries, gelato, coffees, pizzas, and more! Even a nice little selection of legit Italian food items to cook with like pastas and sauces. Friendly and welcoming staff. Come experience a taste of Italy tucked away in the giant…
I love this bakery so much! Everything I’ve had there is incredible. Today I tried their donut for the first time WOW. AMAZING. Love the San Danielle pizza too. And the staff is so sweet. So grateful for an incredible bakery like this nearby.
Great atmosphere. Its in Ben Lomond surrounded by redwood trees. The selections they offer all look amazing. Its hard to pick just one. The ice cream is good too. I had a fruit cup with custard. It was delicious. The Bombolini is also one of my favorites. They have outdoor…
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