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"Norimoto Bakery, in the quiet Deering Center neighborhood just off the main peninsula, sells “European pastries with Japanese sensibility,” which in practice means you’ll see miso caramel millionaire’s bars, red bean-filled baked goods, and more twists on all kinds of sweet things. Their fresh and warm onigiri rice balls make for a perfect breakfast or light lunch, especially if you need something to snack on." - alana dao 2
"Atsuko Fujimoto of this Portland bakery was a 2024 James Beard Award winner, taking the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker honor." - Erika Adams
"The Portland, Maine bakery was represented by Atsuko Fujimoto, the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker winner, who appeared in a kimono during the early awards segment." - Sam Nelson
"I was delighted that Atsuko Fujimoto of Norimoto Bakery, also in Portland, won the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker award." - Erika Adams
"Norimoto Bakery, in the quiet Deering Center neighborhood just off the main peninsula, sells “European pastries with Japanese sensibility,” which in practice means you’ll see miso caramel millionaire’s bars, red bean-filled baked goods, and more twists on all kinds of sweet things. Their fresh and warm onigiri rice balls make for a perfect breakfast or light lunch, especially if you need something to snack on." - Alana Dao
