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the outside, pillowy soft on the is no different, with its endless part of Alaskans’ heritage.”
inside, and dangerously easy selection of decadent goodies That heritage is felt the
to justify as breakfast, dessert, sourced from across the United moment you walk through the
or “just one more for the road.” States and Europe, turning door. The Kobuk isn’t just a
You don’t try a Kobuk donut— even the most disciplined place to shop or grab a coffee—
you commit to it. visitor into someone who it’s a piece of Anchorage
Alongside the donuts is an suddenly “needs options.” history that continues to adapt,
espresso bar and bakery, plus For Nina Bonito, the longevity delight, and feed people
a daily rotation of soups that of The Kobuk is more than well. From frontier supplies
make you want to sit down, a business success—it’s a to fireweed-glazed donuts,
stay awhile, and possibly point of deep pride. As she it’s proof that survival looks
cancel your afternoon plans. puts it, “I am so proud of the different now—and sometimes
Their extensive tea menu fact that this business, first it comes with sprinkles.
includes unique, exclusive as a mercantile and now a Come for the giftshop.
blends, anchored by their gift shop, has been around Stay for the tea. But let’s be
signature house samovar tea since 1915 and survived two honest—you’ll come back for
with cinnamon, clove, and earthquakes, the Depression, the donuts.
citrus, perfect for lingering and a pandemic. Through it all, 504 W. 5th Ave, Anchorage,
conversations. we have been here. We are a Alaska (907) 272-3626
Chosen Charm
The gift shop side of The
Kobuk is equally impressive.
They feature work from at least
40 Alaskan artists, intentionally
seeking out local artisans
whose pieces reflect the spirit
and beauty of the state. They
also have a selection of German
nutcrackers and Polish pottery.
The result is a space that feels
endlessly interesting—a place
that you could walk around
with a donut and a cup of tea
and always find something
new.
Merchantile stores always
had a selection of candy that
enticed children of all ages
as they perused jars and bins,
picking out the perfect piece
of confectionery. The Kobuk

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