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5 Fabulous Wine and Cookie Pairings

Pair Your Cookies with More than Just Milk!

Sonoma County has it all: rolling hills, the beach nearby, and bottles and bottles of fine wine. The wines produced in this region are some of the best in the world — and so are our cookies! Similar to wine, COOKIE…Take a Bite! cookies are full-flavored and made only with premium, locally-sourced ingredients. 

You might already know that cookies pair well with milk, ice cream, and coffee…but have you ever considered pairing them with wine? A wine and cookie pairing is perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or even a sweet date night.

Read on to discover five of our fabulous wine and cookie pairing suggestions:

Zesty Tea Cookie + Rosé

Rosé wines are super refreshing on hot summer days. Each brand and bottle is different, with flavors ranging from floral and fruity to crisp and zesty. This is why our Zesty Tea Cookie is the perfect pairing for rosé wine. Made with fresh lemons and pink peppercorns, this cookie is both sweet and savory, blending perfectly with the bright and vibrant flavors of rosé.

Citrus Burst Cookies + Chardonnay

Chardonnay is one of the top selling wines both within Sonoma County and across the globe! With almost 16,000 acres grown in this county alone, including chardonnay in your pairing party is a must. The flavors of this popular white wine range from rich and buttery (oaked) to fruity and fresh (unoaked). An unoaked bottle of Chardonnay pairs well with our Citrus Burst Cookie — a delicate, tangy, and refreshing cookie made with fresh local citrus. 

Chai Shortbread Square + Rich White Wines

Our Chai Shortbread Square cookie is the perfect pairing for rich white wines, like an oaked Chardonnay. The Chai Shortbread Square is a sweet and spicy combination. Made with warm spices, decadent organic butter, and other delicious, locally-sourced ingredients, you are going to melt right into this luscious combination.

Chocolate Cherry Bomb + Pinot Noir

If you are a fan of red wines, you will go crazy for our variety of chocolate cookie flavors, including Chocolate Cherry Bomb. This decadent chocolate cookie contains freshly dried cherries, making it perfect for Pinot Noir lovers. At the forefront of many Pinot Noir tasting profiles is black & red cherries, plums, and raspberries. It is no wonder a glass of Pinot pairs so well with a Chocolate Cherry Bomb!

Ginger Honey Snap + Full Body Reds

Our Ginger Honey Snap cookies are the ideal complement to full bodied red wines, like Zinfandels and Cabernets. With touches of honey, molasses, fresh ginger and fresh oranges this outstanding cookie flavor will refresh and lighten your palate after sipping on a rich red wine.

Plan a Cookie and Wine Pairing Party with Cookie…Take a Bite! Flavors

Just like a glass of Sonoma County wine, it is hard to have just one of our cookies. The perfect solution to this dilemma is having a wine and cookie pairing party! With different custom cookie tray options available, your guests will be able to sample an array of flavors with different wines. 

COOKIE…Take a Bite! makes wine and cookie pairing fun and surprising experience. These are not your average chocolate chip cookies from the grocery store. You are going to love our selection of creative, all-natural cookies that are hand-crafted with love. Ready for a pairing party? You supply the wine — we’ll drop off the cookies!

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Guests Love Cookie Bars at Sonoma County Weddings!

platters of different flavored cookies at wedding dessert bar

Wedding Dessert Bars are Trending!

We know wedding planning is a lot of work. Everything — from the venue to the menu — needs careful consideration. Are you planning an upcoming wedding in Sonoma County? Congratulations! Weddings are the perfect time to celebrate love, your new life together…and dessert!

Rather than the traditional wedding cake, many couples are featuring dessert bars at their receptions. They are fun & interactive, and provide an option for everyone. We love the trend and are going to take it one step further — a cookie bar is going to be the perfect addition to your wine country wedding!

A Wide Variety of Cookie Flavors

Cookie bars are popular because there are so many different flavors to choose from. When you order a wedding cake, guests are usually limited to one flavor. With so many classic and unique flavors, a COOKIE…take a bite! cookie bar is sure be a crowd pleaser.

COOKIE…take a bite! also specializes in gluten free options, so no one misses out at your wedding cookie bar. Our delicious gluten free cookie flavors include:

  • Almond & Cardamom Roll
  • Aztec Hot Chocolate Crinkle
  • Coconut Macaroon
  • Peanut Butter Drop 

Our Spring, Summer, Winter, and Fall flavors are also a great way to celebrate the season of your wedding.  We will work with you to develop cookies that match your special day and deliver a fresh-baked selection to your venue.

COOKIE…take a bite! provides a cookie bar extravaganza experience that everyone will remember. Along with providing artisan, hand-crafted cookies, we can help you set up a visual display that will “wow” your guests on your wedding day.

Minimize Food Waste by Skipping the Sheet Cake

Cake is great! But sometimes there is just too much at weddings. You might have ordered a cake with your guest count in mind, but not everyone ends up eating it…and you end up hauling it home at the end of the night. Ordering a smaller “sweetheart cake” for the couple and providing a dessert bar for wedding guests helps minimize food waste and save freezer space.

Cookie bars are especially great because the tasty treats travel so well! Guests will love bringing home an extra favor at the end of the evening. Set up your cookie bar with cute kraft bags to ensure no cookie is left behind. 

Options for Every Budget

The cost of weddings can seriously stress couples out. Food is one of the biggest costs, so it is important to try to save money without sacrificing quality. COOKIE…take a bite! has cookie bar options for every budget. No matter how many cookies you need for your wedding, delicious cookies will be baked-to-order for your big day. 

Fresh-Baked Cookies for Your Sonoma County Wedding Dessert

A cookie bar is the perfect way to end a stunning celebration and delicious meal. No matter how you set your cookie bar up, guests will love being able to try an array of cookie flavors. COOKIE…take a bite! cookies are fresh, scrumptious, and the perfect size for cookie bars. 

You will also love working with a local wedding vendor who is known for exceptional personal service and premium ingredients. COOKIE…take a bite! will be thrilled to take part in your special day and make it a wonderful and tasty event to remember! To schedule a tasting, contact Tracy at info@cookietakeabite.com or 707-291-1785.

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Send a Corporate Gift Your Clients Will Love

cookie tin filled with several cookie flavors to be sent as a corporate gift

Hit the Sweet Spot by Sending Custom Cookie Tins as Corporate Gifts

Whether you are a small business or large organization in Sonoma County, corporate gifts are the perfect way to show your appreciation for your clients or employees. While many companies tend to give gifts around the holidays, it also makes sense to celebrate achievements, business milestones, and other events in the workplace. And, let’s be real: everyone likes cookies, any time of the year!

Our custom cookie tins will be a fantastic addition to your corporate gift giving program. COOKIE…take a bite! flavors range from classic Chocolate Chip to the tangy Lemon Moon … there is sure to be a flavor that every client enjoys.

Here are a few ways you can be sure you are giving the perfect corporate gift to clients.

Go Local with Your Corporate Gift

Say hello to local love and goodbye to generic gift giving! Not only does choosing local gifts show you care for your community, it is likely that you are sending a gift that is higher in quality than a generic one. In the case of our personalized cookie tins, the gift you send will be baked-to-order, ensuring fresh, mouth-watering cookies that your clients can’t resist — not those stale, baked-and-packaged months ago cookies they are used to receiving.

The COOKIE…take a bite! bakery is located in northern Santa Rosa and we are happy to help Sonoma County businesses give delicious, handcrafted corporate gifts.

Your Gifts Should Have Personalized Style

Custom printed cookie tins are a trifecta of personalized goodness. You can use your company logo and add a personalized message to clients, while a choice of four customizable tin colors can help you stay on brand. Clients won’t soon forget your gift — they will be able to reuse the custom tins for years to come.

Personalizing our cookie tins is easy. Simply upload your unique design on our website and let us take care of the rest. After you approve the artwork, tins will be ready for pick up in 3 to 4 weeks.

Customize Your Corporate Gift Based on Your Client’s Taste

Another great thing about giving custom cookie tins as corporate gifts is the ability to cater to your client’s taste (literally). If you remember that a certain client LOVES chocolate, you will be sure to include the Triple Chocolate Threat flavor in their tin. Is another client allergic to nuts? We’ll make sure to keep the Peanut Butter Drop out of there! There is nothing worse than receiving a generic box of chocolate and hating 75% of the pieces — we feel the same way about cookie tins! There won’t be a crumb left behind if you keep your client’s taste in mind.

There are three sizes of custom cookie tins to choose from, all of which we can take care of shipping for. Here are just a few of our delicious flavors you will be able to include in your custom cookie tins for clients:

  • Classic Chocolate Chip
  • Snickerdoodle Sugar Sparkler
  • Lemon Moon
  • Ginger Honey Snap
  • and more!

If you are looking for the perfect corporate gift to give, and hate the idea of a generic basket that claims to be “gourmet,” one of our custom cookie tins sounds like the right choice for your business. We’re ready to receive your files and fill your tins with fresh-baked cookies. Head over to our Corporate Gifts page to start your order today!

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4 Reasons Why Cookies Make the Best Dessert

platter of various cookie flavors for dessert

You would be hard pressed to find someone who can resist the tempting nostalgic aroma of a freshly baked cookie. Cookies appeal to us all for many reasons. They’re perfect for on the go in a purse or backpack, come in a variety of flavors for any sweet tooth, and have the power to bring about a smile to just about any face.

It’s no wonder then, why you’re more likely to find a delicious spread of cookies at your next company lunch, family gathering, or community function than any other dessert.

1. So. Many. Cookie Options.

The flavor variety and combinations are practically endless. What that really means is there is something out there for everyone to enjoy. Cookies are like a sweet crunchy chewy canvas ready for just about anything you can imagine. Chocolate, nuts, fruits, and grains – just to name a few, create wonderfully contrasting flavors and textures that can satisfy even the most particular sweet tooth. 

If you’re a fan of the classics or wish to experience a bold new flavor combo, no matter what your taste buds happen to be craving, there is certainly a cookie for you.

2. Cookie Portability

Another reason why cookies are the best: you can take them just about anywhere! Easily transport 1 or 100 cookies with ease to any event. Unlike other desserts, cookies do not require additional utensils or tableware. Simply pick up and enjoy.

Whether you’re tossing a couple in with your lunch or feeding an entire congregation, cookies provide a convenient and favorable treat for any occasion. Plus, you can always bring the leftovers home for later!

3. Simple Portion Control

If you’re baking them yourself, you decide what size to make your cookies. If you’re not baking them, well you still get to determine your intake! Like many others, you may be watching what you eat and putting limits on your sweet tooth. Often, we pass up on dessert or a special treat… just because.

With cookies, on the other hand, you can easily keep track of what you’re eating and indulge in a little treat. Enjoy yourself and know this: you’re allowed to have a cookie (or two).

4. Oh, the Power of a Cookie

Cookies can come in a multitude of shapes, sizes, colors, and flavors. Consequently, it’s hard not to smile at the sight of a deliberately arranged platter of tasty sweet goodies. Bring some along to share with new acquaintances and co-workers to make a sweet first impression or maybe pass a cookie to someone who needs a little cheering up. For many, cookies bring back fond memories of childhood and time spent baking with loved ones.

Whatever your reason, sharing a chewy, crunchy, crumbly confection is sure to brighten anyone’s day – regardless of age.

Handcrafted Cookies Baked Fresh in Sonoma County

COOKIE…take a bite! was born of a love for cookies. Baked fresh to order, every cookie we craft is bursting with flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. Learn how we can provide your next event or gathering with sumptuous mouth-watering cookies. We pride ourselves on our exceptional service and invite you to call, contact us online, or stop by our bakery in the Larkfield Shopping Center to see what we’re working on!

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Why You Should Impress Your Boss or Client with a Cookie Tin

collection of cookie tins for corporate gifts

Whether it’s that time of year or a just because occasion, sending out a token of your appreciation to your professional peers and contacts is always a welcome sentiment. If you’re stuck on what you could gift and are looking for something distinctly different yet altogether tasteful, then a personalized tin of freshly baked cookies may be just what you’ve been searching for.

Our custom cookie tins and trays make for delightful treats that are fresh, natural, and baked to order. Bring a smile to any face and remain in the minds of every recipient.  

Simply Put – It’s a Nice Thing to Do

Foremost, giving someone a special gift is just plain nice. It’s a sign that you care about the people in your professional field, whether they’re an assistant, client, or executive. When you send a gift around the holidays or any occasion in between, it becomes so much more meaningful when the gift in question is personally selected and customized. It can help strengthen the bond between you and shows that you value their continued service or patronage.

They’ll Enjoy Locally Baked Custom Cookies

At COOKIE…take a bite we strive to create unique flavors and provide creative cookie options. Every one of our delicious cookies is sure to taste as good as they look.

Our cookie varieties include vegan and gluten-free options in order to satiate the sweet tooth of those with dietary restrictions. Plus we utilize seasonal ingredients to craft delicious sweets that fit the occasion and come in many flavors to satisfy all cookie lovers!.

With so many options, the hard part will be choosing which cookies to include!

They’ll Remember You Even Once the Cookies are Gone

Talk about reinforcing your professional relationship. Sending a corporate gift around the holidays, special occasion, or just because is a wonderful way to market your company and encourage your clients or professional contacts to keep you in their minds. Not only can this increase your brand awareness, but it can also help you get unexpected recommendations from your current clients.

Every sweet bite they take will remind them of your thoughtfulness and our customizable cookie tins may carry lasting staying power.

Personable & Customizable Cookie Tins

With our custom cookie tins, you can create a wonderful gift that will delight your clients and professional contacts. Choose your logo design to place on the tin, pick out the tin style and choose the cookie flavors to fill it with. Get creative; include your company logo or theirs, along with a personal message to be printed directly onto our tins. You won’t be sending just any ordinary corporate gift you picked out at random, you’ll be gifting them personal appreciation and thanks for their business or partnership. Click Here for order minimums, set up charges, and process.

Order Custom Gourmet Cookies Today!  

COOKIE…take a bite is a boutique operation creating small creative cookies that are big on flavor. This year, we’re excited to offer personalized corporate cookie tins, perfect for the holidays or any occasion in between. Our Corporate Gifts & Custom Orders collection allows us to print your logo and message directly on our deluxe cookie tins. Give your clients a gift they will remember you by. To order our corporate cookie tins please call our bakery or order online today!

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Meet Our Cookies

We pride ourselves on the abundance of unique flavors and creative cookie options we create. We have everything from organic cookies, to vegan, to gluten-free and seasonal cookies in every color of the rainbow. We take flavor seriously, and each of our cookies looks as good as it tastes. 

With so many delicious options at your disposal, it can be difficult to decide which ones to try first!

Not sure which ones to pick? We have you covered. Below we have crafted the ultimate guide to our favorite cookies. Hope you take a bite!

The Ultimate COOKIE…take a bite! Guide

Almond and Cardamom Roll

Almond and Cardamom Roll 

Rolling past all that’s bland and boring, this exotically flavored cookie packs a refreshing, zesty flavor coupled with satisfying almond crunch. Did we mention it’s gluten-free and vegan?  Yeah, dig in.

Chai Shortbread Square

Chai Shortbread

Short of nothing, our Chai Shortbread Squares can multitask as a casual family treat or a sophisticated pairing to any delicious local wine. It’s filled with spices that will warm you right to the heart. Share with your family or coworkers with our ChaiShortbread Deluxe Cookie Tin.

Chocolate Cherry Bomb Cookies 

Chocolate Cherry Bomb 

Talk about a bombshell! This Chocolate Cherry Bomb Cookie is a crowd favorite. This cookie features a delicate center and to-die-for chocolate and cherry flavor combination. For adult enjoyment, pair with any favorite Sonoma Pinot or try it with cold milk for your kids.

Cinnamon Pecan Swirl Cookies 

Cinnamon Pecan Swirl 

Swirl into a heavenly sea of cinnamon spice and fresh pecans. This is a fantastic holiday treat and a tried-and-true crowd pleaser. Be sure to check out our Fall Platinum Tin if you’re stuck on gifting ideas but want to spread joy this holiday season!

Classic Chocolate Chip

Classic Chocolate Chip 

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. The Chocolate Chip cookie has been satisfying sweet tooths for decades, so we’re keeping it as a main staple of our lineup. The traditional recipe gets our own unique twist on it, boosting the chocolate flavor and adding an extra crispy edge. Chocolate chip aficionados will be sure to enjoy our Classic Chocolate Chip Tin.

Coconut Macaroon

Coconut Macaroon 

Fair warning, you might go coconuts for our Coconut Macaroon treats. They’re gluten-free bites of heaven that have a secret pinch of zesty lemon in every delicious morsel.

Mint Chocolate Kiss Cookie 

Mint Chocolate Kiss 

Lovers of mint everything, we have you covered. The Mint Chocolate Kiss cookies will not leave you stranded in search of your daily mint fix. Generously infused with fresh mint and organic butter, it’s a rich, melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Ginger Honey Snap Cookies 

Honey Ginger Snap Cookie 

Ginger and spice and all things nice is a good way to describe our Ginger Honey Snap Cookies. They are filled with the freshest of ginger and infused with delicious locally-sourced honey. Added bonus: They taste wonderful with wine.

Aztec Hot Chocolate Crinkle 

Aztec Hot Chocolate Crinkle 

Our head baker has worked all over the world, providing high-end, delicious desserts. Her Aztec Hot Chocolate Crinkle is one of the many testaments to her worldly culinary talent. Enjoy this gluten-free treat year-round.

Sonoma Trekker 

Sonoma Trekker 

Whether you’re going hiking and need a quick energy boost, or just want to get back to your homey roots, the Sonoma Trekker will do the trick. Filled with oatmeal and cranberries, it’s healthy and full of flavor!

Snickerdoodle Sugar Sparkler

Snickerdoodle Sugar Sprinkler 

At COOKIE…take a bite! we pride ourselves on using only the best ingredients. That’s why we use local ingredients like Straus Family Creamery organic butter in our cookies. Our Snickerdoodle Sugar Sparklers are soft, buttery, and generously touched with cinnamon.

Raspberry Chocolate Splash Cookie

Raspberry Chocolate Splash 

Splash through your day with the Raspberry Chocolate Splash Cookie. It’s chocolatey and fruity with just the right amount of Raspberry fun! And if you’re hyped about this signature creation, you’ll be ecstatic about our Premium Variety Tin full of flavor favorites!

Orange and Vanilla Swirl Cookies

Orange and Vanilla Swirl 

If you’re looking for a refreshing twist over classic cookie flavors, our citrus and vanilla cookie will provide you with a truly invigorating flavor combination.

Lemon Moon

If you have some citrus-loving friends or coworkers in your life, show them how much you appreciate them with our fresh and zesty Lemon Moon cookies. Gift them our deluxe Lemon Moon Cookie Tin for an ultimate gift.

Lemon Moon 

Mocha Swirl Cookies

Mocha Swirl 

This half and half cookie embodies the ying and yang-type balance we all strive for in life. A perfect pairing of espresso swirled with sugar cookie dough makes for a coffee-lover’s dream of a cookie.

Peanut Butter Drop

Peanut Butter Drop 

What’s flour-less but not flavor-less? Our gluten free Peanut Butter Drop cookies are! Enjoy the touch of gray sea salt mixed with rich peanut butter. This is our Double Gold Medal Winner of the Sonoma County Harvest Fair! 

Triple Chocolate Threat Cookies

Triple Chocolate Threat 

Stop what you’re doing and try our Triple ChocolateThreat cookies! These scrumptious cookies are packed with three different varieties of chocolate. This cookie is truly a chocoholic’s dream come true. If you just can’t get enough chocolate in your life, order our Chocolate Lovers Deluxe Cookie Tin to get your fix.

Zesty Tea Cookie

Zesty Tea 

What would a tea party be without delightful treats? Match our fresh zesty, pink peppercorn masterpiece with a cup of tea or a classy glass of wine. We won’t tell anyone. In fact, for all you wine lovers, we’ve even made our Wine Pairing Cookies Tin. 

Order Your Custom Cookies Today 

At COOKIE…take a bite!, we pride ourselves in providing delicious, organic and handcrafted cookies shipped nationwide. This year, we’re excited to offer personalized corporate cookie tin boxes for the holiday season! Our Corporate Gifts collection allows us to print your logo and message directly on our deluxe or premium tins. Give your clients the gift they will remember you by! To order a corporate cookie tin please call or order online today.