With all the family meals planned for the holidays, baked goods are a great way to make a meal special. Soft dinner rolls, hearty breads and tempting pies and cakes appeal to everyone at the table, even the most finicky eaters.

For those with the inclination to bake but not the time, a quality local bakery is a godsend. In an earlier article, we explored bakeries on the east side of town. This story looks at bakeries west of Charles Street.