2026 Life in Idaho Area Guide Sample

Satisfy Your

Sweet Tooth

Frozen Favorites

The Stil (Sweetest Things in Life) All-natural

flavors and unique options like booze-infused

scoops, vegan-friendly creations, and even

pairings with local beers and wines.

Westside Drive-in is an iconic spot with

timeless treats, serving up creamy, milkshakes

and sundaes alongside their classic diner fare.

Lovejoy’s Real Ice Cream is renowned for its

ultra-creamy, handcrafted ice cream, bold and

distinctive flavors.

Goody’s Soda Fountain is Hyde Park go-

to for over three decades, indulge in their

homemade ice cream, chocolates, treats,

homemade pies a la mode, and coffee.

Doughnut Delicacies

DK Donuts, with locations in Boise and

Meridian, is known for its creative toppings

and variety. Duck Donuts in Meridian

specializes in customizable, made-to-order

donuts.

Guru Donuts, with locations in Boise and

Eagle, crafts artisan creations with locally

sourced ingredients and vegan options.

Sweet Sensations Donuts in Meridian

impresses with oversized, indulgent treats, and

Pastry Perfection in Garden City delights with

elegant pastries and freshly made classics.

Baked to Perfection

In Boise, Janjou Pâtisserie serves exquisite French-

inspired pastries, tarts, and croissants, while Pure Bliss

Baking is celebrated for sourdough and handcrafted

treats. Caffè Sorrento is a family-owned Italian café

specializing in hand-crafted focaccia, pastries, and

gelato, rooted in Sicilian tradition. Sunshine Spice

Cafe, with two locations, offers Persian-inspired baked

goods, pastries, and flavorful coffees.

In Garden City you’ll find Flourish Bakery specializing

in macarons and naked cakes, and Wildflour Bakery

impresses with high-quality cookies, granola, and

baked treats.

Great Harvest Bread Co (Meridian, Boise) beloved for

fresh loaves, cookies, and hearty sandwiches.

In Eagle you’ll find Bella Biscotteria delivering

authentic Italian biscotti and classic baked treats.

One Haute Cookie creates custom sugar cookies and

freshly baked chip cookies.

Hudson Baking Co. (Kuna) A micro-bakery crafting

long fermented sourdough breads and pastries.

Middleton is home to The Rustic Oven Bakery and

Cafe serving hearty breads and pastries, and Dan’s

Donuts Deli and Desserts is a go-to for fresh treats

and eats.

Sea Salt Creamery and Bake Shop (Star) combines

small-batch ice cream with freshly baked goods,

including pies and pastries.

A sweet tour of our local dessert scene.