There’s no reason to wait until afternoon for the first jolt; Kobuk Coffee’s baked goods are made fresh daily, so swing in during the morning and get them at their best. The old fashioned cake doughnuts pair irresistibly with a cup of java or glass of milk. Is there a better way to start the day?
Alaska Cake Studio makes works of art in pastry. Cupcakes, cookies and chocolates tempt the taste buds, but consider a tall slice from one of the cakes behind the counter before coming to a final decision. Daily selections vary based on fresh ingredients and the fantasies of pastry pros, but if you have a sweet vision of your own, these wizards whip up custom orders for special occasions.
Modern Dwellers – in short, it’s caffeine and chocolate nirvana. From two very hip storefronts they offer up a whole host of premium chocolates, a full espresso bar and handmade truffles incorporating exotic spices and delicate fruit flavors. For the truly adventurous, there’s always the salmon surprise truffle. But for a sweet sip, try the drinking chocolates. Their spicy chocolate mocha warms the soul.
It’s common knowledge that Alaska consumes more ice cream per capita than any other state. There have been a couple of downtown additions in recent months, so here’s the scoop: Fur Rondy Headquarters and Bear Square are both dishing up frozen treats now, so swing through. TasteeFreez has been serving up sundaes in Alaska since 1958, and the Raspberry Road store is the perfect way to chill after a day in Kincaid Park.
No sugar shock is complete without Alaska Wild Berry Park. A chocolate waterfall worthy of Wonka greets visitors. If that sweet stream doesn’t make your mouth water, the first whiff of chocolate will get anyone channeling Augustus Gloop. Cases are packed with caramels, chocolate turtles, fudge and the famous wild berry jelly center chocolates. The smaller downtown location packs the sweet stuff into the Fifth Avenue Mall, so the temptation to pick up a few pieces is almost unavoidable. You’ve been out burning calories; go on, indulge.
