16 Nov A Thanksgiving Memory

A Thanksgiving Memory

The moment I walked into Resch’s Bakery on the day before Thanksgiving, the aroma of butter, cinnamon, and decades of baking expertise wrapped around me like a warm embrace. Located in the heart of Columbus’ east side since 1912, Resch’s has been the guardian of countless holiday memories, and this year, their pumpkin pie would be the crowning glory of our family feast.

The pie sat in its box during the drive home, filling my car with that unmistakable scent of fresh-baked perfection. The crust was the color of aged honey, crimped with the kind of precision that comes from generations of practice. When we finally cut into it after our Thanksgiving dinner, the filling was silky and dense, with just the right balance of spices – not too sweet, not too heavy on the nutmeg like some commercial pies can be.

Holiday and Dessert Specials

What makes a Resch’s pie special isn’t just the ingredients or the technique – though both are exceptional. It’s the weight of tradition behind each slice. The same family recipes, the same ovens that have warmed the neighborhood through wars and recessions, celebrations and sorrows. Every bite carries with it a piece of Columbus history, a testament to the enduring power of family businesses that refuse to cut corners.

As my fork carried the last morsel to my lips, I thought about all the other families across the city sharing this same experience – the same flaky crust, the same perfectly spiced filling, the same moment of pure contentment. In a world of mass production and corner-cutting, Resch’s remains a beacon of authenticity, proving that some things are worth preserving exactly as they are.

That pie wasn’t just dessert; it was a continuation of a tradition that’s been part of Columbus’s fabric for over a century. And somehow, knowing that made every bite taste even sweeter.