Baker Sarah Dodge Opens Collete Bread and Bakeshop in Poncey-Highland Atlanta | Eater Atlanta

"Run by baker Sarah Dodge and located in Poncey-Highland, this recently opened shop—born out of a long baking journey and a micro-bakery delivery service—quickly developed a devoted following, often selling out pastries and drawing lines during its limited retail hours. The operation balances a stable wholesale business (supplying local spots like Portrait Coffee and Capella Cheese) with a growing retail presence, and the owner relishes the neighborhood connections despite being an introvert. The kitchen focuses on seasonal, market-driven baking: examples include pain au levain topped with late-season tomatoes, savory galettes with chèvre and roasted shishito peppers finished with hollandaise, and staple items such as biscuits, sourdough, and cinnamon rolls. The shop’s interior mixes vintage charm and modern touches—green-and-white checkered flooring paired with white subway tile and brass accents—and the baker emphasizes butter and fruit over heavy sugar in her pastries. Ongoing challenges include meeting strong morning demand (plans are underway to sell bread on Tuesday evenings and to offer baking classes), but the extra space has given her room to experiment and deepen her seasonal approach." - Lia Picard