If you're visiting Cookeville, don't miss Meg's Bread. I wish I had brought an ice chest to bring a…read morebunch home. So many delicious choices! We were packing a picnic lunch to take to see some nearby waterfalls, so we picked up a cheesy jalapeños bread, and a loaf of Rosemary garlic sourdough. We were too early for the artichoke and olive focaccia. The young man waiting on us was very helpful. I can't wait to visit again...I will be prepared to tote a bunch home!

Lovely food here. Everything I had was good (ham and cheese croissant; egg and cheese biscuit). But…read morethe lemon danish was STELLAR. Don't miss it.

Great selection of cakes cupcakes and cookies.You must not miss this little hidden jewel.read more

We had a cake made for my parents 50th wedding anniversary and I could not have been happier with…read morethe result. The cake was both beautiful and delicious and I appreciated how nice the owner was to help me get this together being I was flying in from out of town for the occasion. I cannot recommend the bakery highly enough! Thank you!

So delicious! Easy to work with and cake was perfect. Have ordered twice in the past two weeks.read more

I hired her to make a dark chocolate treat as a gift and it was a big hit! A real master of her…read morecraft. About the waffle bowl that made for me. Its a Vanilla Waffle Bowl that was coated in Dark Chocolate then (for this bowl) German Chocolate Cake was added and covered in Dark Chocolate again~ Finally Butter Creamed and small Pearl Candies for decorations! See my photo. The gift was a big hit!

From the owner: We make Special Chocolates and Baked Goods. Always fresh never frozen. All our work is custom,…read morenothing sits on our shelves. Cakes, Cupcakes, Fondant, Butter Cream, Whipped or Modeled Chocolate~ We have added a few new items, our speacilty heavy horderves selections menu upon request. Please call today for your appointment~

this is one of my favorite places to go because of it's one stop shop. You're not only get apples,…read morebut you can get a whole cooked meal as well as low cost fresh produce like cabbage potatoes, sweet potatoes, and various items. They are infamously known for their Apple dumpling so with their homemade ice cream and also all of their baked goods. Definitely stop by and catch some deals on all of their goods. I love supporting local family own businesses.

My wife and I stopped here with some friends in October and we had a good time overall. The apple…read moreshop is nice with lots of locally-grown varietals of apples; you can't pick your own apples here, but that have several different types in various quantities for purchase. They also have the typical jams and jellies (we got some apple butter) as well as popcorn and other snacks. They have a cafe where they sell baked goods and other treats, but we didn't get anything as they were mostly out of food by the time we got there. It's a nice stop in Autumn if you're in the area!

The Vanilla Bean Baking Company in McMinnville is hands-down one of the best bakeries around…read more Everything they make--cakes, cupcakes, pastries, you name it--is always fresh, delicious, and clearly made with care. Their flavors are rich without being overpowering, and their attention to detail shows in every bite. They made our wedding cake, and it was absolutely perfect. Not only did it look incredible on our big day, but it tasted amazing too. The real surprise? We saved the top tier for our one-year anniversary, and it was still delicious a whole year later. That says everything you need to know about their quality. If you need a cake for a special occasion or just want something sweet that never disappoints, Vanilla Bean is the place to go. Highly recommend!

So delicious!! We stopped off on a drive through McMinnville to Nashville and are so happy we did…read more Staff are friendly, the place was clean and welcoming PLUS prices are excellent. We ended up sampling a couple of items and are already planning to stop on our next trip north!

Visiting Blue Ridge and stoped by Mercier Orchards on a perfect cold day. Let me just say this is a…read morepopular tourist attraction so it had its fair share of people so come with some patience. Outside it has some beautiful views worth stopping for a photo and stopping at the bakery inside for some fried pies and cider donuts are a must! The fried pies were okay but the Cider Donuts are a show stopper. They also have tons of other things like fruits and veggies, toys, books, figurines, wine and more!

First things first -- get ready for a drive. This place is…read morenot just "down the street." It's a journey. But let me be very clear: it is 100% worth it. From the moment you arrive, you can tell Mercier Orchards is something special. There is so much packed into this one location that it almost feels like a small village built around apples and everything that comes with them. Inside the main store, the selection is honestly overwhelming in the best way possible -- home goods, gifts, jams, jellies, preserves, baking mixes, sauces, butters, ciders... anything and everything apple-related, plus plenty of other fruit-based goodies. It's the kind of place where you say "I'm just going to browse" and then walk out with bags of stuff you didn't know you needed. Then there's the bakery. Seven lines. All long. And all moving surprisingly well. I eventually stepped out of line after about 15 minutes, but not before getting a solid look at the pastries, pies, breads, and desserts -- everything looked incredible. Even without buying anything that round, the bakery alone is worth the stop. Now let's talk about the apple picking experience -- because this is where the magic really happens. Riding out on a trailer attached to a tractor felt like something straight out of a fall movie. The views, the air, the vibe -- it's peaceful, exciting, and nostalgic all at the same time. The apples change with the season, and the ones we picked were delicious and lasted a long time. No pesticides, just straight calcium. Fresh, crisp, and perfect. And yes... get a bag or three like I did. You're going to want them. The entire place also makes for amazing photo opportunities. Whether it's the orchard, the tractor ride, the store, or the scenery -- this is one of those spots where your camera roll is guaranteed to fill up. The only negative moment of the day happened when I went to grab some cider and one of the guys behind the counter completely ignored me. I actually had to call him out -- like, "Did you not see me standing here?" Not great. But that one interaction couldn't even come close to outweighing everything else this place offers. Bottom line: If you're anywhere in the area -- or even thinking about making a day trip -- you absolutely have to go. It's a little off the beaten path, so I don't expect most people to just "stumble" upon it... but if you plan it, you won't regret it. This is an experience, not just a stop.

I visited Millers a few days ago and it was VERY cute. The cheesecake was divine! The blueberry…read moremuffin was good and the cinnamon roll was ok. The service seemed VERY unorganized and the communication seemed off between the 2 ladies that were working.

Super cute place downtown Pikeville. Absolutely worth the drive if you are passing through. Had…read morebreakfast and a coffee with cheesecake to go and had absolutely nothing that wasn't great. The croissant I had was perfection!