Where I’ve Been Getting Takeout of Late, Part 21
![A small, 6-inch chocolate silk pie from Manresa Bread.](https://www.foodgal.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/chocolate-silk-pie-mini-693x1024.jpg)
Manresa Bread, Campbell, Los Altos, and Los Gatos
Manresa Bread is a must-stop any day of the week. But come holidays, it shines even more.
That’s what I discovered when I dropped by last week to pick up Valentine’s Day treats. It pays to heed the window for early pre-ordering, too, as popular items will sell out fast.
Pastry Chef-Founder Avery Ruzicka built a reputation for her outstanding breads, made with organic flour milled on site. Those are a must-purchase, especially the profoundly crusty baguette, which quite frankly is a steal for $4, and the oblong levain ($9) with such depth of flavor from a combination of organic whole wheat, organic white, and organic rye flours in concert with a sourdough starter.
![Manresa Bread's version of a Basque cheesecake.](https://www.foodgal.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Basque-cheesecake-overhead.jpg)
Admittedly, I was there for two holiday items in particular: the 6-inch chocolate silk pie ($22), and the Basque cheesecake ($35).
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