The Bake Shoppe's Sourdough

Tastemaker

By Anna Faller | May 10, 2025

Healthy eats meet oven magic at The Bake Shoppe of Traverse City. Tucked into the Garfield Centre complex, this hidden gem has been cranking out cookies, pastries, and other all-natural treats since 2007. While you might head in for something sweet, it’s the racks of freshly baked breads that’ll have you hooked, especially the signature Sourdough. We’re going back to the basics with this delightfully simple sandwich loaf, which gets its characteristic tang (and proven health benefits!) from a decades-old heirloom starter. From there, just three ingredients—flour, water, and salt—comprise each homemade batch, which undergoes extended fermentation prior to hitting the oven. The result? A uniquely versatile bread that’s complex, balanced, and, dare we say it, good for you! Get your gut health on at The Bake Shoppe of Traverse City. 839 S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. (231) 922-8003; thebakeshoppeoftc.com