Primrose Bakery

Primrose Bakery makes European-style cakes and pastries under owner Jessica Eiland, a classically trained European cake and pastry chef who combines traditional techniques with modern ideas. Its desserts are less sweet and more subtle than typical American treats, and wedding cakes are a specialty. Eiland's work has earned awards, including first place at the Alameda County Fair for professional cake decorating.

Wedding cake clients can book a tasting by phone before ordering. The main shop is on Main Street in Pleasanton and is open every day, with later hours on Friday and Saturday. A newer location is on South J Street in Livermore. Gift cards are available, and the bakery lists peanuts, tree nuts, soy, dairy, egg, gluten and sugar as allergens that may be present in its products.