Pumpkin season continues this month and with it comes all the rich flavors it brings. I’ve found pumpkin offerings in Forsyth County tend to evolve throughout the season.
As September kicks off, it feels like pumpkin spice flavors are everywhere. Next up in October, there seems to be a focus on Halloween. But, November really captures the fruit’s essence. Yes, it’s a fruit, not a vegetable! This is the month of Thanksgiving after all. Local restaurants, cafes, bars and bakeries have really homed in on their pumpkin offerings for the year at this point.
So, this November, give thanks for all the amazing pumpkin drink and food options we have in Forsyth County! Below are a few places you’ll want to add to your fall eats and drinks list!
Ava’s Cupcakes
This local bake shop was recently remodeled and has a luxurious feel you can expect to come with high quality baked goods. They also added a new coffee bar which will complement any of their classic pumpkin treats. You can expect to find their classic pumpkin cannoli cupcake or a pumpkin flavored baked good, like a croissant or cinnamon roll. They also offer gluten free and vegan cupcake options.
Location: 1483 River Ridge Drive, Clemmons
Be Kind Coffee Co.
This local coffee shop brings all the fall classic flavors well beyond pumpkin to their drinks, from pecan to apple cider. This November, their pumpkin drink lineup includes a wide mix of drink types from the Savage Pumpkin Dirty Chai which is their bestselling pumpkin drink to the Butter Pecan Latte with Pumpkin Cream. Their pumpkin eats are just as tasty. You won’t want to miss their Pumpkin Cream Cake, Vegan Pumpkin Crumb Muffins or Pumpkin Spice Loaf. For one week only, they will sell Pumpkin Empanadas which will be announced on their social media.
Location: 3560 Clemmons Road, Suite B, Clemmons
Dewey’s Bakery
A community staple, Dewey’s never disappoints on their fall and pumpkin items. True to fashion, they sell a fall-inspired cake square – the pumpkin spice cake square. Every day, all their cake squares, cupcakes and tarts are “buy five, get the sixth free.” Your stomach and your wallet will thank you. Be sure to stop by on a Monday to get a free cake square! If you need desserts for your Thanksgiving feast, their Classic Thanksgiving Cake Square platter or tarts (either sweet potato or pumpkin flavors) are sure to be a hit.
Two Winston-Salem Locations: 262 S. Stratford Road and 2876 Reynolda Road
Midtown Cafe and Dessertery
Known as a top brunch spot in Winston-Salem, Midtown captures all the classic pumpkin dishes you could want. Their pumpkin pie is a must have in November. Plus, every weekend in November, they have pumpkin pancakes. Whether you are visiting for brunch, lunch or dinner, you’ll want to get your fall-inspired caffeine fix by trying their Pumpkin Cold Brew or Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Location: 151 S. Stratford Road, Winston-Salem
The Remedy Cafe and Bar
This spot perfectly embodies the cozy vibes of fall. They bring pumpkin flavors to life in November with their Pumpkin Pie Spiced White Russian and Pumpkin Pie Shaken Flat White. You can get a seasonal latte that boasts pumpkin spice, date syrup and is topped with smoked sea salt. In contrast, if you want a fall cocktail, they have a Pumpkin Pie Boozy Cold Brew that features a housemade pumpkin pie syrup, vodka, coffee liqueur, cold brew and topped with whipped pumpkin pie foam and cinnamon.
Location: 492 W. End Boulevard, Winston-Salem
