Artisan Breads
Our bread-making tradition begins each day at four in the morning, when our master bakers begin preparing doughs that have been carefully developed over years of experimentation and refinement. Using time-honored techniques combined with the finest locally-sourced ingredients, we create breads that reflect both classic European traditions and contemporary American tastes.
From our signature sourdough, which develops its complex flavor through a starter that has been nurtured for over a decade, to our hearty whole grain loaves studded with seeds and nuts, each bread represents hours of careful attention to fermentation, shaping, and baking. Our rustic country breads feature thick, crackling crusts that give way to tender, hole-filled crumbs, while our enriched breads like brioche and challah showcase the luxurious texture that comes from quality butter and farm-fresh eggs.
Pastries & Sweets
Our pastry kitchen operates as both laboratory and art studio, where classical French techniques meet seasonal American ingredients to create confections that surprise and delight. Our croissants, made with European-style butter and rolled by hand through dozens of precise folds, emerge from the oven with layers so delicate they seem to whisper as you bite through them.
Seasonal fruit tarts showcase the best of each harvest, from spring strawberries nestled in vanilla pastry cream to autumn pears poached in wine and spices. Our cake program features both rustic daily offerings like olive oil lemon cake and special occasion creations that can transform any gathering into a celebration. Each pastry reflects our commitment to using real vanilla, quality chocolate, and seasonal ingredients that speak to the time and place they were created.
Coffee & Beverages
Coffee at Golden Hearth represents a partnership between our skilled baristas and a carefully selected group of small-batch roasters who share our commitment to quality and sustainability. We work directly with roasters to understand the story behind each bean, from the farms where they are grown to the roasting profiles that bring out their unique characteristics.
Our espresso program features rotating single-origin options alongside our signature house blend, which has been developed to complement the rich flavors of our baked goods. Beyond coffee, we offer house-made chai blended from whole spices, seasonal drinking chocolates made with real chocolate and locally-sourced milk, and an selection of loose-leaf teas chosen for their complexity and quality. Each beverage is prepared with the same attention to craft that defines everything we do.
Our Space & Community
Golden Hearth occupies a restored brick building that has housed various community gathering places for over a century. We have worked to preserve the character of this historic space while creating an environment that feels both comfortable and inspiring. Exposed brick walls display work from local artists, while large windows provide natural light that changes throughout the day, creating different moods from the energetic brightness of morning to the warm glow of afternoon.
Our seating ranges from communal tables that encourage conversation between strangers to quiet corners perfect for reading or working. We believe that a neighborhood bakery serves as more than just a place to buy bread and coffee - it functions as a community living room where relationships develop over shared meals and regular routines. Our regulars know not just our staff, but often each other, creating the kind of social fabric that makes a neighborhood feel like home.
Visit Our Bakery
Located in the heart of Maplewood Village, Golden Hearth opens its doors each morning at six thirty, welcoming early commuters and leisurely breakfast lovers alike. Our corner location at the intersection of Oak Street and Second Avenue provides easy access whether you are walking from the nearby residential neighborhoods or stopping by on your way to downtown.
We maintain regular hours Tuesday through Sunday, with our fullest selection available during morning hours when everything emerges fresh from our ovens. For special orders, celebrations, or catering needs, our bakery team welcomes advance planning and can work with you to create custom selections that reflect your specific preferences and the season's best ingredients.