Monday
Oct292007
Mini Cakewalk: Sweets in Martha's Vineyard
Monday, October 29, 2007 
Martha's Vineyard is an island off of Cape Cod in Massachusetts which is as multifaceted as its craggy coast: summer playground to the rich and famous, an artistic colony...and the place where Jaws was filmed. Since many sundries have to be imported from the mainland, cost-of-living is quite high there; luckily, bakeries are one of those small luxuries that even we 'little people' can generally afford. Cake Gumshoes Margie and Kenny, who recently visited the island during the still-pleasant off season, were pleased to report on two bakeries which will remain fond in their memories long after they've returned to the mainland: 
The Black Dog Bakery: Even if you've never visited, chances are you've seen the iconic black dog silhouette t-shirt which may be more widely known than the bakery itself. But as our Gumshoes reported, it's not just hype: perfect cupcakes with creamy frosting, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread and rich, coffee-and-chocolate infused 'java cakes' make it worth many return visits. Additionally, hardier items including cookies, granola, coffee--even black-dog silhouette cookie cutters--can be purchased online. Various locations (our Gumshoes went to 11 Water Street, Vineyard Haven); online at theblackdog.com. 
The Scottish Bakehouse: Featuring generously sized, gorgeous organic pastries (including several gluten-free options), this place was so good that our Gumshoes went here every day for breakfast: oversize-biscuit breakfast sandwiches and excellent chocolate cookies (because sometimes you need dessert after breakfast). Add carrot cake with thick, sugary frosting and creamy, dense scones to the mix, and island life starts to seem pretty fine indeed. 977 State Road, Vineyard Haven; (508) 693-6633.
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Last week I was priveliged to be a guest at a home on North Road where I greatly enjoyed your GF peach pie and loaf of quinoa and millet bread. They were a delicious and most enjoyable treat . Brought home a second loaf of the GF bread. Am trying my best not to devour it in one sitting. Fortunately, it is keeping nicely in the refrigerator and should last a week.
Do you have a dedicated GF area in your kitchen? Are you able to share any recipes including the topping on the peach pie?
Do you ship any GF items?
Thank you for any information.
Ann Turner
turnera6417@comcast.net