If there is one place that feels like the heart of Greenwich during the holidays, it is DiMare Pastry Shop. A true town staple since 1976, DiMare has been serving up the freshest pastries, cakes, cookie trays, breads, pies and seasonal treats for more than almost fifty years. And let me tell you, there is a reason generations of families refuse to celebrate a holiday without something from DiMare on the table. Fun Fact: Many of the recipes DiMare still uses today date back to the founders’ grandfather, who learned and perfected them throughout his life. Nearly 90 percent of everything they sell is still made fully in-house, using the same original methods he passed down. In a world where so many bakeries are transitioning to automation, AI and mechanics, DiMare continues to do things the old-fashioned way. It is part of what gives their pastries that unmistakable, nostalgic flavor people return for year after year. And while most of us are used to seeing DiMare anchored in the Riverside Shopping Plaza, many people still don’t realize they never left. Even though Jersey Mike’s took over the original storefront, DiMare is still right there. Just walk down the alleyway between Jersey Mike’s and CVS and you will find their adorable, tucked-away bakery glowing with Christmas decorations and the sweetest smell in town. With a second location in Stamford and roots dating back to the original family shop opened in 1976, this beloved bakery has only grown. Yet the heart, the craft and the family pride remain exactly the same. Everything is baked by their family for your family. And during the holidays, DiMare becomes the unofficial headquarters for every dessert and pastry craving imaginable. From classic holiday staples to over-the-top showstoppers, here is what you can order for the season: • Yule logs • Christmas cookie trays • Gingerbread houses • Custom cakes • Pastries and breads • Holiday pies • Party platters • Shipping options for gifts nationwide Whether you are hosting at home, bringing dessert to someone else’s table, or simply trying to keep treats stocked at all times during December, DiMare has you covered. Their cookie trays alone are legendary. And if you have a special request, they can create custom treats that look as incredible as they taste. The holidays move fast. Save yourself the stress and let the experts handle the sweets. Because nothing says Greenwich holiday season quite like a box from DiMare.Â
