National Dessert Day

Indulge in some delicious desserts from these Chicago and Suburban locations

October 14th is National Dessert Day! Celebrate everyone’s favorite meal by sinking your teeth into some savory sweets at these various Chicago and Suburban locations.  

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For some old fashioned, comfort desserts try Sweet Mandy B’s. The menu includes fruit and chocolate bars, pies and assorted treats such as caramel apples and chocolate covered pretzels. Also, try their award-winning cupcakes available in all cake flavors and icings. Only an 8 minute drive from The Belden Stratford location!

 

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Warm up from the fall weather with some rich hot chocolate and tasty treats at Mindy’s HotChocolate! Sip on hot chocolate flavors from lemon vanilla to chai and Mexican, served with homemade marshmallows. Desserts include chocolate soufflé pie, fresh sorbet and a cake of the day. Try dessert and stay for lunch, dinner, or brunch! Only a 20 minute car ride from the Grand Plaza location.

 

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Courtesy of dnainfo.com

Try a twist on an old classic with Firecakes Donuts. Grab a classic jelly or sample some of their seasonal specialties such as an apple cinnamon fritter, Sicilian pistachio old fashioned or maple glazed pineapple and bacon. Pair your donut with a hot cup of coffee for breakfast, or have it as a late night sweet! Only a 2 minute walk from the AMLI at River North location.

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Courtesy of bennisonscakes.com

For other great dessert options, look north of the city. Bennison’s Bakery in Evanston has been serving European-style pastries and baked goods since 1938. Their unique menu includes Bavarian pretzels, Apfelstrudel, and their award-winning California raisin bread. Try some of their Halloween themed treats such as pumpkin cream cheese galette, ghost cupcakes or caramel apple and pumpkin spice macarons. Only an 8 minute drive from the AMLI Evanston location.