While I continue to mourn the fact that my beloved Galit’s Treats is no longer in Newton Centre, I am heartened by the news that Galit is still pouring her heart and soul into making some of the best challah around and also continuing to serve the community in true tikkun olam fashion.

I am also happy to see that her former spot was taken up by award-winning Danish-Israeli chef Uri Scheft, who is another strong candidate for best baker around.

With other locations in Boston and Brookline (and maybe one near me in Needham soon…please!), Scheft’s Bakey is expanding its edible empire based on the back of a bevy of babka that would make George Costanza cry. If the chocolate is too delicious for you (which it very well might be!), I recommend easing up to it via the amazing almond and conical cinnamon styles. 

If you are in the mood for savory (at least at first), Babka has you well covered there too with their flaky burekas and croissants, and cheese sticks that pizza places can only dream of. One of my latest faves is the muesli roll, which combines hearty bread base with nuts and dried fruits in a power- and flavor-packed package you can eat on the go.

Can’t decide? Pick up a pre-packed sweet or savory box or compose your own with help from Bakey’s expert team of tasty tastemakers. Or go to www.bakeybabka.com and use their searchable menu to find their latest gluten-free and vegan treats.

If you want more reason to hang around to see what comes out of the oven next, Bakey offers occasional cooking classes that allow you to fantasize about making things this good at home.No matter where you enjoy it, it will surely taste like home and make you feel just as comfortable.                    www.bakeybabka.com