"In 2013, Eater critic Robert Sietsema named Rudy’s black forest cake one of the city’s best kept secrets. Serving old world German delicacies, this Ridgewood cafe, although now Italian owned, has managed to keep its original character intact since the 1930s. Classically trained pastry chef Cristina Nastasi bakes up Bienenstich, Strudel, and other classics alongside vegan and gluten-free delights like flourless cakes and cookies. To arrange for pickup or delivery and to check store hours, call 718-821-5890." - Leah Rosenzweig