A third-generation Borgognone family business, Buttercooky Bakery and Cafe has been part of Long Island life since opening in Floral Park in 1962. Now operating three family-owned locations, it is known for helping generations of residents turn everyday visits and special occasions into lasting memories.
Alpine Pastry ShoppeSince 1981, the Cuccia family’s Alpine Pastry Shoppe has been baking Italian desserts, pastries, and custom cakes in Smithtown. The family-owned bakery is now carried on by four generations of bakers, balancing traditional favorites such as filled-to-order cannoli with new creations and elaborate occasion and wedding cakes. Its holiday desserts and accommodating specialty offerings extend that family tradition to celebrations throughout Long Island.SMITHTOWN, NY
Holland Farms Bakery & DeliSince 1955, family-owned Holland Farms Bakery & Deli has been baking from scratch and preparing homemade deli food in Yorkville, now with a second location in Manlius. The business grew from John Piersma’s 1928 door-to-door milk route and remains a multigenerational Central New York institution, best known for its half-moon cookies and jelly buns. Today, founder’s granddaughter Heather Potrzeba runs the company with a staff of about 70.YORKVILLE, NY
Cookies United LLCCookies United makes cookies, cakes and other baked goods from its Long Island bakery, carrying forward a family bakery story that began with Rocco Vitarelli Sr.’s $400 loan in the Bronx in 1965. The company is especially associated with its classic Italian Rainbow cookie, CakeBites grab-and-go treats and gingerbread house kits, with its 140,000-square-foot Islip bakery supporting sales across North America. Cookies United is SQF certified and holds Kof-K Dairy Kosher certification.ISLIP, NY