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SALUDA—The Saluda Tailgate Market, held on Fridays from 4-6 p.m., features an array of vendors, including Jaimee’s Bakery. Owned and operated by Jaimee Rizzotti, her bakery offers a delectable selection of dairy-free baked goods, such as loaves of bread, cakes, and scones, all crafted with vegan dairy alternatives.

 

Reflecting on her background, Rizzotti shared, “I come from an Italian family, so I’ve been baking my whole life. Eventually, I got to the point where I couldn’t eat dairy anymore, but I didn’t want to give up baking. So I started using vegan dairy alternatives but still use eggs and honey.”

 

Jaimee’s menu is a hit among customers, with items such as Pecan Sticky Buns and Focaccia Bread selling out quickly. Additionally, she offers blueberry lemon and cranberry orange scones, along with a variety of cakes, including carrot, chocolate, and lemon. Muffins, bars, and cookies are also available, and special orders are welcomed.

 

Expressing her fondness for Saluda, Rizzottie shared, “I love the town of Saluda. I’ve made a lot of friends and regular customers here. I’m from a small town in California, and it reminds me a lot of my hometown.”

 

Those interested in Jaimee’s Bakery can contact her through jaimee’sbakery@gmail.com. The Saluda Tailgate Market has moved to a new location below Saluda School at 214 E. Main St., Saluda. 

 

Visitors can explore offerings from over a dozen vendors every Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., May through October.. For updates, follow Polk County Farms on Facebook and Instagram or visit polkcountyfarms.org.