The Homemade Goods From This Small Town Store In Idaho Are Worth The Drive To Get Them
By Courtnie Erickson|Published November 16, 2022
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
Clark Fork is a small town in Bonner County. It is surrounded by incredible mountain and river views and is home to just over 500 residents. This small town is also where you will find a true hidden gem in Idaho – the Clark Fork Pantry. This delightful family-owned store is everything you need – a bulk food and grocery store, bakery, deli, and ice cream shop. When in the panhandle, this is one destination that is certainly worth the drive.
Welcome to the Clark Fork Pantry. This small-town store is located in the heart of Clark Fork and is a must-visit whenever you are in the area.
This family-owned business is the definition of a true hidden gem. It has everything you need (plus so much more!), and is certainly going to make your taste buds dance.
When you walk inside, you’ll see an assortment of bulk and grocery food items. You’ll find everything from baking supplies to candy, and many of the products are from Idaho-based and Montana-based companies.
The bakery is one area of Clark Fork Pantry that you will not want to miss. There are several shelves in this store filled with delicious baked goods including an assortment of bread, cakes, pies, and other sweet treats.
Nothing in this bakery is pre-made or bought pre-mixed. While the owners are not Amish, many of the recipes they use are provided by their Amish friends.
Cinnamon rolls are also baked fresh each morning, and you can purchase them unfrosted, with buttercream or caramel icing, or even with caramel syrup and nuts. These are some of the most popular items in this store so make sure you arrive early before they sell out.
While you may want a cinnamon roll for breakfast, how about a large deli sandwich for lunch? Clark Fork Pantry also offers freshly sliced deli meats and cheeses. You can take your meats and cheese home with you or order a fresh, made-to-order sandwich.
You can choose from one of the meat and cheese sandwiches on the menu or mix and match options to create your own. Of course, you can always customize your sandwich using additional toppings and the sandwich is on your choice of the bakery’s homemade bread.
If you visit this store during the summer, you’ll want to try some homemade ice cream. This isn’t just regular ice cream, either. Clark Fork Pantry uses its own recipe to create the most delicious homemade soft-serve ice cream.
During the winter, hard-serve ice cream is available if you are still craving a sweet frozen treat. There are up to 12 hard-serve ice cream flavors to choose from so you always have the chance to try something new.
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With all of the tasty treats and delicious grocery items at Clarks Fork Pantry, it’s easy to see why this store is worth the drive to visit. It’s one destination that you can’t drive by without exploring.
Have you ever been to Clark Fork Pantry? What are your favorite items sold here? Let us know in the comments! You can also learn more about this small-town store on its website.
Clark Fork is just one of several peaceful, quiet, and beautiful small towns in Idaho. Check out our list of several other small towns in the Gem State that deserve a visit.
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