Why These Treats?
Crafted with precision, remembered long after.
We pair premium ingredients with unexpected flavor combinations for shortbread and savory snacks that are unforgettable. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself—because memorable moments start with remarkable taste.
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"Cookies are a no-fail gift, especially when they’re as gorgeous and delicious as the shortbread from baker Laurie Ellen"
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“The perfect gift is a tin (or trio!) of Laurie Ellen’s Everything Cheddar Crackers… I haven’t been able to stop eating them.”
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“These flaky, savory, seedy snacks disappear quickly in our house… friends say they’ve had to hide them from other members of their households.”
About Laurie Ellen
Exquisitely created by a pastry chef who knows the difference—for those who can taste it.
Laurie Ellen Pellicano brings over 15 years of professional baking experience to her Brooklyn-based shortbread company. After honing her craft at one of the Bay Area's finest bakeries, Tartine, she now creates treats that showcase both technical mastery and imaginative flavor combinations. Her culinary talents extend beyond shortbread, earning recognition from notable chefs and major publications—all reflecting her unwavering commitment to exceptional ingredients and the discerning palates that appreciate them.
In Good Company
Our collaborative creations don't just taste extraordinary—they tell stories that celebrate each brand's distinctive essence. From Diaspora Co.'s vibrant spices transformed into buttery bites, Big Night's celebratory spirit captured in every crumb, to Seed + Mill's rich tahini folded into delectable shortbread. Each collaboration is thoughtfully designed to highlight our partners' finest qualities while delivering the signature combination of premium ingredients, unexpected flavor pairings, and meticulous attention to detail that discerning palates have come to expect from us.
See below for some of our recent partners—the list is growing, and always open to cooking up something new.
