A Taste of Holland Delivered to Your Door
When I went to Central College in Pella, Iowa back in the 1980's, one of my favorite destinations was Jaarsma's Bakery. It was a wonderland of pastries and other goodies.
My friend Mary and I used to try to get to Pamida and back without being seduced by the other-worldly aroma of yumminess hanging in the air. We even tried passing by on the other side of the street, but it was an exercise in futility. We always surrendered and were swept away on a cloud of sweet whipped cream and almond paste.
For many years I missed the enjoyment of Jaarsma's and my all-time favorite pastry, Dutch Letters, when I discovered that I can order them online and have them delivered to my door anytime!
Read on to find out more about Jaarsma's and how to order your own Dutch bakery delights online!
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The History of Jaarsma's Bakery
A new immigrant from Holland, Harmon Jaarsma started his bakery in 1899 in Pella, Iowa, using recipes he brought from his homeland. His creations were baked in two wood fired brick ovens. The bakery also served as a coffee shop and a home to Harmon's family.In the beginning, Harmon's famous Dutch Letters were made only as a special treat for Sinterklaas Day (the Dutch Santa Claus Day), December 6th. The pastries were shaped into an "S" for "Sinterklaas". They are now available year round.
Harmon's son, Frank took over the business in 1948. He and his two sons, Howard and Ralph, helped run the business. After a tragic fire in 1973 destroyed the original location, a new bakery was built on the same site.
Four generations after Harmon began, Jaarsma's is still providing quality pastries, breads and cookies to a very grateful clientele. Order some online today and see for yourself!
Click here to order from Jaarsma's online
Store Hours: Mon-Sat: 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Closed Sundays
Phone: 641-628-2940
Email: sales@jaarsmabakery.com
You may order from Jaarsma Bakery by Fax 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Simply choose your items and print the check-out page, then complete it and fax it to:
FAX: 641-628-9148
Or you may send your order via regular mail. Choose items, print the check-out page, complete it and send it to:
Jaarsma Bakery
727 Franklin Street
Pella, Iowa 50219
USA
Dutch Letters- Jaarsma's Specialty!
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Jaarsma Bakery On Google
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- PS - Reader Nancy of SewManyDays blog looked up the Jaarsma Bakery website and found the origin of the Dutch letter pastry's "S" shape........it stands for "Sinterklaas"........(the Dutch Santa Claus). Thanks! ...
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- Ah, yes.......at last, I spy the Jaarsma Bakery! Before leaving Pella, a stop there is essential! *. And, to be fair........there is another bakery in town.......Vander Ploeg's. I once perused a Pella phone book. ...
- Jaarsma Bakery - Pella, IA
- I grew up near Pella and try to get to Jaarsma whenever I can. The pastry cases are piled high with traditional favorites you won't want to miss. The Dutch letters are my favorite. They come in only one letter, an "S. ...
Don't Forget To Try Other Treats Like Spice Cookies!
Jaarsma Bakery Link List
- Jaarsma Bakery
- Our family owned-and-operated bakery, located in historic Pella Iowa, has been baking delicious "Dutch Treats" for over a century.
- Jaarsma Bakery - Iowa - tribe.net
- Reviews and ratings for Jaarsma Bakery
- Road Food.com
- Restaurant Logbooks - Roadfood Insider - User Reviews
- The Boston Globe
- Rural Iowa serves up a `Dutch treat'
- The New York Times
- Iowa, Where It All Began
Tell me what you think!
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LilliputStation
Yum! Banket and Spekulaus! Nobody makes desserts like the Dutch do. Ofcourse, being 100% Dutch, I might be a little bit biased. LOL! Posted September 09, 2008 |
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mulberry
mmmm, shouldn't look at such lenses after 9:00 pm. I'm just thankful we don't have "aroma" included. Posted July 29, 2008 |
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stargazer00
I grew up near Pella! A fun place to visit. Thanks for the memories. Posted July 25, 2008 |
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Frankster
Wow, do those letters look yummy. Great idea for a lens and well executed. 5 stars. Posted July 24, 2008 |
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Christopher_Scott
Great lens. I'm a Squid Activist too! Posted July 24, 2008 |
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