Welcome to THE HOLIDAYS, ignited by the tree lighting on Main St in the Village of Catskill and closely followed by the Parade of Lights. It was an exiting & fun experience for the gathered crowds and a delicious one for those who caught the rafts of candy thrown from the floats. Temperatures have fallen, so has snow in certain places, and we're all ready to share our pent up joy with those we love. Me too!

This year is unusual because Christmas and Chanukah are both celebrated on December 25, and Kwanaza starts December 26. Maybe it's a sign that we should acknowledge & respect each other's celebrations...and each other. I hope so. There's still some down time before it all gets crazy so let's chill out and maybe take a nap, look at the stars, plan something special for someone you love or call someone you haven't talked to in a while. Next week I'll have lots of holiday cookies & goodies to order in time to share with the folks you love. This week it's all about treating yourself.

HERE'S WHAT I'M BAKING THIS WEEK

Monday I post the week's menu; orders must be in by Wednesday at 5, and pick-up is Friday afternoon in the Village of Catskill. I bake small batches in limited quantities with fresh ingredients, locally sourced when possible, and never any preservatives. First come, first served.

NORM'S NYC ONION ROLLS   $6/pkg of 4

These onion rolls were a staple in NYC bakeries back in the day. They are soft, squat, covered with caramelized onions & poppy seeds on top and make a great sandwich. On the other hand, they're also delicious alongside soup, a salad or by themselves with a schmear.

PUMPKIN DATE NUT MUFFIN    $3

The spices are warm, the dates are sweet and the toasted walnuts are spread throughout this moist muffin, against a gentle pumpkin presence. A seasonal favorite! I like to eat mine with a schmear of cream cheese.

BIG COOKIES   $3 each  or  4/$10

CHOCOLATE ORGASM  (with ALMONDS) 

VIRGIN  CHOCOLATE ORGASM (NO NUTS) 

Some people don't like nuts in their cookies, but they shouldn't be denied the experience of this chocoholic's fantasy come true. Now there are two options: VIRGIN  is nut free, while the original has ALMONDS.  Both are mostly melted Belgium bittersweet chocolate surrounding chunks of more chocolate and just enough flour to hold it together. Something for everyone!

ORANGE CHOCOLATE PECAN

Bittersweet chocolate and orange are a classic flavor combo, and when they pair up with toasted pecans...exquisite. Not much more to say except they're a party in your mouth.

SNICKERDOODLE

Crisp outside, softer inside and covered in Saigon cinnamon sugar all over. You don't need a special event to reward yourself, you deserve a treat!

ULTIMATE FUDGY BROWNIES

Made with cocoa (not melted chocolate), which gives them a distinct fudginess & shiny crust. A sprinkle of Maldon Salt on top balances out the sweetness. Plus they'll stay moist for days in a closed container...if they aren't nibbled up immediately. 

Send your order to bonnibakescatskill@gmail.com  by Wednesday at 5pm. Pick-up is Friday in the Village of Catskill. Cash or Venmo.

I will never share your personal information. If you have a question, request or want to join my email list just drop me a note. I do special orders too. 

Have a wonderful week and bon appetit!  Bonni