Downtown gets a new bakery featuring Southern-style goodies — just in time for the holidays.
Downtown Colorado Springs is getting a delicious new addition just in time for the holidays. The Wild Rose Bakeshop is holding its official grand opening at 119 E. Boulder Street on Friday, Dec. 19. On the menu will be Southern-style baked goods made from scratch and served with heartfelt hospitality.
Guests will find old-fashioned cakes, fluffy cinnamon rolls and holiday-ready treats during the festive weekend, with the grand opening running . Friday, Dec. 19 through Sunday, Dec. 21,open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Signature offerings will include pecan sticky buns, red velvet and carrot cake slices, assorted muffins and scones, whole cheesecakes and cheesecake slices and more. They’re the kind of goodies you want t o take to a holiday gathering or pickup as a last-minute gift.
The Wild Rose Bakeshop is owned by mother-daughter duo Lisa Vaughn and Brooke McKenzie, who also operate Toodles Tea Room just across the street, with Lisa’s daughter Claire Schroeder. The new bakery expands the family’s downtown footprint while continuing their commitment to warm, community-centered service.
“Our bakery offers more than just baked goods — it offers an experience,” says Lisa Vaughn, co-owner of The Wild Rose Bakeshop. “From the moment guests walk in, they’re met with genuine friendliness and a cozy atmosphere that makes them feel right at home. We want people to come for the treats and return for the way they were treated.”
Following the holiday opening weekend, The Wild Rose Bakeshop will maintain regular hours of 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
“Locally owned businesses like The Wild Rose Bakeshop are what make downtown feel alive,” says Carrie Simison, director of communications & membership for the Downtown Partnership. “When a new shop opens — especially during the holidays — it gives people another reason to come downtown, spend time together and feel good about supporting neighbors and small businesses all year long.”
This one just happens to time perfectly with the holidays.
Find out more at wildrosebakeshop.com .
