Signature Sweets in the Chicago Area?

[cakespy]

I'm headed to Chicago and have been wondering if there are any signature sweets or baked goods in the area that must not be missed. It seems like I can think of several signature savory dishes which are strongly associated with Chicago, but I can't seem to think of any sweets! Any advice on sweet regional specialties would be appreciated.

[bee2le]

Hi Cakespy-
Can't say I have an answer for you, but just wanted to let you know I hope to see you at the Renegade Fair! We're coming to Chicago for the U2 concert & I'm trying to talk my hubby into going to the fair. I've bought from you before & hope to see your work in person. Cuppie is the best!
Beverly

[cakespy]

That is so cool! Maybe we can both discover some Chicago specialties. I do hear that there is a "Queen Elizabeth Cake" that the Deerfield's Bakery specializes in--something they dreamed up in the 1950's in celebration of the Queen's visit to Chicago.

[gordeaux]

I kinda forgot about this thread. Thought about it for a while, trying to come up with something. Um, Eli's cheesecake? The factory is on the NW side. It has a retail outlet attached

Swedish Bakery up in Andersonville is kind of an institution.

There's a hotel somewhere with a chocolate buffet.

I dare you to get an apple fritter at Old Fashioned Donuts and not be wowed.

I'm really still drawing a blank though.

[uhockey]

I too will be in town for U2, The Renegade Fair, and the smART show - what about Sather's Cinnamon Rolls?

I'd also put Bongo Room's pancakes on the list.