My first visit to Red Hook, an eclectic community in South Brooklyn, was to shop for bargains at the massive Ikea store located on the neighborhood’s historic waterfront. But thanks to my daughter, we now skip the furniture for food.
In addition to the maritime park, cobblestone streets, and renovated factories from the 1800s, Red Hook is home to Baked, a nationally recognized bakery favored by foodies like Martha Stewart and Oprah. Founded in 2005 by Matt Lewis and Renalto Poliafito, the charming eatery on Van Brunt Street offers a delectable selection of pastries and baked goods, including homemade marshmallows, half-a-dozen varieties of brownies, and specialty treats like Peanut Butter Crispy Bar. We tried the peppermint brownie and pistachio cake. Both were divine.
