Angela Pinkerton's career takes a new direction: after her experience at Eleven Madison Park in NYC, she decided to open a pastry shop on the banks of the Hudson in Kingston. Located in a historic 1920s building, the vintage-style restaurant offers a wide range of artisanal products, both sweet and savory, designed to satisfy every palate.
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There is a new address in the heart of the Hudson Valley that is making dessert and pastry aficionados fall in love: the cafe and bakery of Angela Pinkerton, bright star of the American culinary scene and winner of the prestigious James Beard Award for her work at the iconic Eleven Madison Park. With her new place in Kingston, New York, the former pastry chef has set out to bring a breath of fresh air and creativity to the East Coast dining scene.

Pinkerton's, as the shop has been christened, represents a return to her roots for the chef, who after enchanting San Francisco with her creations at Che Fico, has chosen to reinvent herself on the banks of the Hudson River. Here, she offers a menu that combines the elegance of her celebrated desserts with an expanded range of savory options, perfect for any time of day.

Guests can choose from a variety of sweet and savory pastries, such as yummy pecan sticky buns wrapped in caramel and candied pecans, or jalapeño monkey bread, an explosion of flavors thanks to aged cheddar and spicy peppers. For those who want something more substantial, there are scrambled egg sandwiches served on homemade English muffins, vegetarian quiches , and a timeless comfort food: chicken pot pie with a fluffy scallion cookie.

The real star, however, remains the pie. “My signature,” , Pinkerton told Robb Report, here repurposing some of his most beloved creations from his days at Pie Society, his previous project in San Francisco. Prominent among them is the passion fruit meringue pie, a perfect balance of sweet and tart, with bayberry cream, graham cracker crust and a soft meringue. There is no shortage of other seasonal delights such as pear plum crumb pie, made with local fruit, and rich mud pie, a symphony of chocolate pudding, hazelnut brownie and coffee whipped cream.

The café is located in a historic 1920s building that once served as a gas station. Angela and her team have transformed the 1,700-square-foot space while keeping the vintage charm intact, with large windows that let in natural light and a cozy environment that seats up to 20 people. For those who prefer a more casual experience, take-out desserts and snacks are available, including “Cheeto Treats”, special cookies designed for man's best friend.

Open Friday through Monday, Pinkerton's is already preparing expanded hours to accommodate more customers. For New Yorkers, it could become the perfect excuse for a weekend getaway, combining the beauty of the Hudson Valley with a dining experience that satiates the heart and palate.

With her unmistakable touch and love of detail, Angela Pinkerton is not just serving desserts, she is creating moments of authentic culinary magic. A visit to her café is more than a meal: it is an invitation to discover the sweet side of life.